6 Surprising Facts about Wild Salmon

Today is Alaska’s first Wild Salmon Day! Join us as we celebrate this iconic species with some unusual facts about salmon. 1. There are five species of wild salmon found in Alaska, King (Chinook) salmon, Red (sockeye) sa...

BLOG Uncategorized August 10, 2016

6 Surprising Facts about Wild Salmon

All eyes are on Brazil this month, but you won’t find all of the world’s top athletes in Rio. Some of the fastest, strongest and flashiest athletes live under the water—and aren’t afraid to show off. From manta rays to b...

BLOG Uncategorized August 2, 2016

World’s Best Ocean Athletes

This summer, we asked all of you to submit your best photos to our 2016 Marine Wildlife and Seascape Photo Contest. We were amazed by all of the beautiful images that you submitted and incredibly grateful for those of yo...

BLOG ScienceUncategorized August 1, 2016

Announcing the Winners of the 2016 Marine Wildlife and Seascape Photo Contest

It’s been over a decade since we first met Nemo, Pixar’s adventurous young clownfish on a mission to get home to his dad. Along the epic journey, we were introduced to vegetarian sharks, chatty seagulls, laid-back turtle...

BLOG Uncategorized June 17, 2016

Get to Know the Animals of Finding Dory

It’s the time of the year when we celebrate all the fantastic father figures around the world. Although most of the animal kingdom isn’t known for its exceptional parenting, (male grizzly bears will attack their own cubs...

BLOG Uncategorized June 16, 2016

5 Stand Out Ocean Dads

Warm weather is upon us! Whether you are jetting off to a tropical beach or are soaking up the rays in your backyard, it’s time to stock up on your summer reads. If you need some suggestions, don’t fear: We’ve pulled tog...

BLOG PlasticsUncategorized May 25, 2016

5 Must-Reads for Ocean Lovers

Nothing ruins a sweeping ocean vista like…trash. Not only are piles of plastic an eyesore, they’re seriously harmful to the countless animals who call the ocean home. This Earth Day, take a minute to see how you can decr...

BLOG Uncategorized April 22, 2016

5 Easy Ways to Keep Our Ocean Trash Free

April 14th is National Dolphin Day, but we love them all year round. Dolphins are one of the most beloved creatures in the sea. These marine mammals are smart, charming and downright adorable. Today, we are focusing on s...

BLOG ArcticScienceUncategorized April 14, 2016

Seven Dolphin Species to Celebrate on National Dolphin Day

Our blog series on the lesser known (but just as cool) species of the Arctic continues with Arctic copepods. Read our other blogs from the series: polar cod and brittle stars. I’ve always loved ribbon seals, narwhals and...

BLOG ScienceUncategorized April 7, 2016

Arctic Wildlife: Get to Know the Insect of the Sea, Arctic Copepods

Blog updated in April 2022 with more mimic octopus fun facts! The animal kingdom is packed with creatures that use strange and unusual methods to trick predators. From finding expert camouflage to playing dead, deceit is...