Life in the true depths of the oceans thrives in immense pressure, and seems to have an alien look.
This is a mock up of a deep sea thermal vent. Down in the darkness, mineral rich hot water pours out of vents, creating an environment for lifeforms to make a living off of.
Crabs, lobsters, and other creatures of the sea are called arthropods, characterized by exoskeletons.
Another glance at the blue whale skeleton.
We still know so little about the deep parts of the oceans.
One of the peculiarities of the sea is the common mola, a large sunbathing fish that is thought to dive deep for its food, and can often be seen lying on its side on the surface. A model of one hangs above.
For some reason, I am remembering the humpback whale that people saw here at the Old Port of Montreal in 2020...Sadly, it died, but it makes one wonder how it lost its way.
ReplyDeleteA long way from the sea.
DeleteAn alien world.
ReplyDeleteIndeed.
Delete...it's another world.
ReplyDeleteYes it is.
DeleteI think there are still a lot of creatures down there that we don't know.
ReplyDeleteI agree.
DeleteIt's interesting that hot water comes from deeper than the ocean floor
ReplyDeleteIndeed.
DeleteIt is a strange world down there, William.
ReplyDeleteYes it is.
DeleteGreat oceanic exhibit ~ thanks ^_^
ReplyDeleteYou're welcome.
DeleteAnother great exhibit! Take care, have a great day!
ReplyDeleteThank you.
DeleteThe ocean is a fascinating place!
ReplyDeleteYes it is.
DeleteAs your said, we know so little about the depths of our oceans. We have only discovered a fraction of the life that lives there. We know more about the planets in our solar system than about our oceans.
ReplyDeleteThat is true.
DeleteLooks interesting. Scientists know a lot more about the oceans than they did when I was in school.
ReplyDeleteThings change.
DeleteMind boggling nature 😍
ReplyDeleteIndeed.
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