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Grey Seal (Halichoerus grypus) – Grijze Zeehond https://marine.diving-guru.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/brouwn-seal-filmje-©-diving-guru.mp4 Taxonomy: The Harbor Seal belongs to the Phocidae family, also known as true seals. They are pinnipeds, a group that also includes sea lions and walruses. Species: Five subspecies exist, each adapted to specific regions across the Northern Hemisphere. Reproduction: Females give birth to a single pup…
Grey Seal (Halichoerus grypus) – Grijze Zeehond https://marine.diving-guru.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Harbor-Porpoise-Phocoena-phocoena-fim-©-diving-guru.mp4 Taxonomy: The Grey Seal belongs to the Phocidae family, also known as true seals. The name Halichoerus grypus means “hooked-nosed sea pig” in Greek, referring to their distinctively shaped nostrils. Species: There are two main populations of Grey Seals: the Eastern Atlantic population and the Western Atlantic population. They…
Irish Moss (Chondrus crispus) Taxonomy: Irish Moss belongs to the Gigartinaceae family. Which includes several types of red algae. Its scientific name, Chondrus crispus, refers to its wrinkled appearance and crisp texture. Species: While Chondrus crispus is the primary species called Irish Moss. It has close relatives in the red algae family that grow in similar…
Sugar Kelp (Saccharina latissima) – Suikerkelp Taxonomy: Knotted Wrack is part of the Fucaceae family. This group includes many species of brown seaweed commonly found along rocky shores. Appearance: Recognizable by its olive-brown color and knotted appearance. The plant has bladder-like air sacs spaced along its length. Habitat: Found in the North Atlantic Ocean. Thrives…
Sugar Kelp (Saccharina latissima) – Suikerkelp Taxonomy: Red Seaweed, known scientifically as Gelidium corneum, belongs to the Rhodophyta division. This group includes various red algae species found in marine environments. Species: Gelidium corneum is commonly recognized for its thin, branched structure. It can grow up to 30 cm long and forms dense mats in rocky…
Sugar Kelp (Saccharina latissima) – Suikerkelp Taxonomy: Sugar Kelp belongs to the Saccharinaceae family. It is a brown algae commonly found in coastal waters. Species: This kelp can grow up to 2 meters long. It has broad, flat blades that are often used in cooking. Habitat: It thrives in cold. Nutrient-rich waters. It grows attached to…
Beadlet Anemone (Actinia equina) – Zeeanemoon Taxonomy: The Beadlet Anemone belongs to the Actiniidae family. This family includes various anemones with distinctive shapes and colors. Species: The Beadlet Anemone is one of the most common species found along the coasts of Europe. It can reach a height of about 10 cm. Habitat: These anemones are…
A baby bobtail Squid. Bobtail Squid – Sepiola Taxonomy: Bobtail squids belong to the Sepiolidae family, closely related to cuttlefish. Known for their small, round bodies, they are distinct from true squids. Species: There are about 70 species of bobtail squids, with sizes typically ranging between 1 and 8 centimeters. Reproduction: Females lay eggs in…
Periwinkle (Littorina littorea) – Alikruik Taxonomy: The Periwinkle belongs to the Littorinidae family, known as sea snails. These small mollusks are well-adapted to tidal environments and are found in various parts of the world. Species: Littorina littorea is the most common species, but there are others, each with slightly different features and habitats. Reproduction: Periwinkles…
European Flat Oyster (Ostrea edulis) – Plat oester Taxonomy: The Pacific Oyster belongs to the Ostreidae family, known for its many edible oysters. Species: Found along the Pacific coast, this oyster species is known for its rapid growth and resilience. Reproduction: Pacific Oysters are broadcast spawners, releasing eggs and sperm into the water where fertilization…
