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A satellite image of a hurricane.

Hurricanes Typhoons & Cyclones

Two penguins on a rocky shore.

Penguins

Mangrove roots stick out above coastal waters.

Mangroves

A colorful coral reef in blue ocean water.

Corals

a sea turtle

Sea Turtles

A giant squid at the surface of the ocean.

Giant Squid

A hammerhead shark swims just underneath the surface of the water.

Sharks

An iridescent jellyfish underwater.

Jellyfish & Comb Jellies

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Daily Catch

A cuttlefish with splayed arms

Taking a Stance

You can tell the difference between a cuttle fish and its relatives the octopus and squid by looking at the eye. A cuttlefish has a signature "w" shaped pupil while an octopus has a rectangular pupil and a squid a circular one. 

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Are You An Educator?

At Smithsonian Ocean, we have lesson plans, activities, and resources to help you engage your students in the wonders of our oceans.
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