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Check Out Who Wins The Fight Between A Croc And A Shark

Check Out Who Wins The Fight Between A Croc And A Shark

And an in-depth look at the most dangerous animals on the planet

Rocco Smith
November 29, 2023

Welcome to this week’s American Oceans newsletter! You’re not going to believe what we have in store for you in this issue.

The Florida Manatee is on the verge of being classified as “endangered” again. Plus, deep-sea mining is posing a looming threat over jellyfish populations worldwide.

Take a look at the most massive snake to have ever lived, too. This prehistoric giant would send chills down anyone’s spine. So, sit back, try the trivia question, and learn more about the mystical world of the sea.

Trivia Question: What’s the name of the waxy substance produced in the digestive systems of sperm whales that humans use to make perfume?

Check out the answer down below!

Ocean News

Florida Manatee Needs to Be Listed As Endangered Again, Activists Say

Activists are saying that the manatee needs to be classified as "endangered" again. Take a look at what they're saying is the reason behind it.

9 Most Dangerous Animals in the World

Take a look at the ultimtate list of animals you do not want to come across in the wild. You won't believe which creatures make the list of most dangerous.

Deep-Sea Mining Will Destroy Jellyfish Populations

Deep-sea mining could spell trouble for various species of deep-sea jellyfish. Take a look here at this article to learn more about this threat.

Discover Who Wins in a Fight Between a Crocodile and a Shark

Many people wonder who would win in a fight between a crocodile and a shark. After all, they are both ferocious predators. Check out the answer here.

The Largest Snake to Ever Live

Take a look at this prehistoric monster snake that used to roam the Earth. These incredible creatures were surely top of their food chain.

Featured Marine Biologist

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George Brown Goode (1851-1896) was an influential American ichthyologist and museum administrator. Goode made significant contributions to the field of ichthyology through his extensive research on fish species, particularly those found along the eastern coast of North America. He published works such as "The Fisheries and Fishery Industries of the United States" in 1887, which helped establish him as a leading authority in fisheries science. Goode went on to serve as the first Assistant Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution from 1887 until his death in 1896, where he helped found the United States National Museum and shape its role as a premier natural history museum

Reel of the Week

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Where to Donate

The Shark Trust

Our mission is to safeguard a future for sharks, skates and rays through positive change. We achieve this through science, education, influence and action.

www.sharktrust.org

Weird Sea Creature of the Week

Sawshark (Pristiophoridae)

Take a look at the sawshark. This fascinating creature has an iconic saw-like protrusion from its face called a rostrum that is lined with sharp teeth.

Weekly Meme

Trivia Answer

Ambergris!

Until next week, remember that every drop in the ocean counts, and every act of kindness toward our planet creates ripples of positive change.

Thank you for being part of the American Oceans community, and we look forward to sharing more incredible stories with you in the weeks to come!

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