
Marine life - National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
May 26, 2021 · Our ocean, coasts, and estuaries are home to diverse living things. These organisms take many forms, from the tiniest single-celled plankton to the largest animal on Earth, the blue …
Coral reef ecosystems - National Oceanic and Atmospheric …
Feb 11, 2026 · Coral reef diversity Because of the diversity of life found in the habitats created by corals, reefs are often called the "rainforests of the sea." About 25% of the ocean's fish depend on healthy …
Ocean, coasts, and marine life printable materials and activities
Jan 16, 2026 · Download, print, and share these free ocean, coasts, and marine life education resources.
Ocean pollution and marine debris - National Oceanic and …
Feb 11, 2026 · Each year, billions of pounds of trash and other pollutants enter the ocean. Where does this pollution come from? Where does it go? Some of the debris ends up on our beaches, washed in …
Sea turtles - National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Feb 25, 2025 · Sea turtles breathe air, like all reptiles, and have streamlined bodies with large flippers. They are well adapted to life in the ocean and inhabit tropical and subtropical ocean waters around …
Ocean acidification - National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
The pteropod, or "sea butterfly," is a tiny sea snail about the size of a small pea. Pteropods are an important part of many food webs and eaten by organisms ranging in size from tiny krill to whales. …
Oil spills - National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Feb 25, 2025 · Oil is an ancient fossil fuel that we use to heat our homes, generate electricity, and power large sectors of our economy. But when oil accidentally spills into the ocean, it can cause big …
Aquatic food webs - National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Nov 18, 2025 · Aquatic food webs show how plants and animals are connected through feeding relationships. Tiny plants and algae get eaten by small animals, which in turn are eaten by larger …
Marine mammals - National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Sep 30, 2025 · Marine mammals are found in marine ecosystems around the globe. They are a diverse group of mammals with unique physical adaptations that allow them to thrive in the marine …
Marine Life Education - National Oceanic and Atmospheric …
Marine Life Education Marine Life Education Fisheries and seafood Seafood plays an essential role in feeding the world’s growing population. Healthy fish populations lead to healthy oceans and it's our …