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A polar bear and its cub in Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, Alaska.

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Celebrating Marine Moms

The ocean is home to many moms of all shapes and sizes: from charismatic polar...

Wed, 04/24/2013 - 17:29

“On an afternoon dive, I spotted a small group of sweetlips in the current among a shoal of juvenile convict blennies. It took me some time to get close to the fish without spooking them. I took several frames but this one was my favorite because of the

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Ocean Fish Pictures

Everyone knows what a fish is: from a pet goldfish to a wild sunfish, fish are...

Wed, 07/17/2013 - 16:23

a group of men in kayaks

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A Kayak's Origin Story

Kayaks are known for their superior design as a small watercraft. The combination...

Tue, 12/29/2020 - 16:38