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Tag Archives: Marine Life

How People Are Saving Hawaiian Monk Seals

Scientists at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration have discovered the reasons why the Hawaiian monk seals are endangered. They now have programs that protect the seals, and their numbers are growing. Continue reading

Echinoderms

All about echinoderms. Continue reading

Underwater Schools

Underwater schools are different from schools in your town. This week Kid Scoop takes the plunge to learn about underwater schools. Continue reading

Jacques Cousteau

This week, Kid Scoop readers meet Jacque Cousteau, the famous underwater explorer who introduced people around the world to the amazing underwater world. He also worked to protect the planet’s oceans. Continue reading

Clams and Shellfish

Meet the world’s largest clam. Find out what’s inside a seashell. Kid Scoop dives into the world of seashells! Continue reading

Sharks!

National Geographic Kids takes a dive to discover the underwater world of sharks. Continue reading

Meet the Walrus

Watch this National Geographic video about the amazing walrus. Continue reading

Humuhumunukunukuapua’a

Meet the little fish with a really long name! Continue reading

Creatures That Glow

Shiny spotlights on fish heads. Flashing worms. Squids that shoot out glowing ink. They have no plugs, no wires or batteries. What makes them glow? Continue reading

Plankton

These tiny, often microscopic creatures, drift in both fresh and ocean waters. Many larger animals feed on them but they also have a role in creating the oxygen we breathe. Continue reading