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In November 2004, scientists confirmed an algae bloom off the West Coast of...

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The largest shark ever to exist on this planet, Carcharocles megalodon, could grow...

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Celebrate World Ocean Day on Saturday, June 9th 2018 from 10:00am - 4:00pm at the...

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