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In Search of Leafy Sea Dragons

Masters of disguise, the leafy sea dragon is one of the trickier ocean critters to spot. Here's why these mythical-looking animals dazzle us—and how to take the perfect photo.

Diving with Leopard Seals in Antarctica

One determined diver achieves her dream of going nose-to-nose with an apex predator in its natural habitat. Here’s how you can dive with leopard seals in Antarctica too.

New Deep-Sea Discoveries: Blood-Red Jellyfish, "Ugly" Shark

The new jelly was spotted off Rhode Island while the shark was discovered between Antarctica and Africa.

How Many Large, Undiscovered Species Are Still Out There?

In this edition of Ask a Marine Biologist, Dr. David Shiffman answers a question about what’s still lurking in the deep.

How to Swim with Whale Sharks in Isla Mujeres, Mexico

The endangered whale shark is as mysterious as it is enormous. Here’s how you can swim with whale sharks in Mexico.

What It's Like to Dive Australia's Cuttlefish Aggregation

The flamboyant aggregation of cuttlefish in Whyalla, Australia draws divers down under year after year. This is what it's like to experience it yourself.

These Are the Best Friends in the Ocean

These marine “friends” have found ways to not only coexist but provide a benefit to their partner.