marine ecology

An exploration of the sea, covering underwater craft, navy exploration, technological advances in exploration, and more.

Follows marine biologist Dr. Carole Baldwin as she leads a team in an exploration of an area of the ocean floor off the coast of the Galapagos Islands to gather what are believed to be new species of marine life for study.

A collection of questions and answers about the oceans including "What is sand made of?" and "Which sea animals sing like canaries?".

An introduction to the world's oceans which provides information on marine ecosystems and the dangers that threaten them, ocean explorations, and all aspects of ocean life from coral reefs to whales.

Describes the tides, locations, types, and plants and animals of ocean ecosystems.

Describes some of the animals that live in or around the world's oceans, including sharks, seahorses, seals, and tubeworms, and details facts about each animal and what makes them unique.

Describes plants that live under the sea and discusses their ability to adapt to unique situations such as scarcity of light and underwater caves.

Pictures and brief text introduce the concept of a food chain, beginning with the part tiny phytoplankton play in providing tuna for two children's tuna fish sandwiches.

Text and illustrations describe an ocean food chain and provide facts about bacteria, plants, and animals in an ocean ecosystem.

Examines plant and animal life, minerals, and other riches below the surface of the ocean, and the potential havoc that humans can wreak in harvesting resources from the seas.