74Oceans and sea life
TAKE A LOOK: INGENIOUS FEEDERS
u SQUID grab prey
using the suckers at
the ends of their two
long tentacles.■ Earth’s oceans
accommodate a wide variety
of exotic creatures. Many of
these have developed unique
adaptations that allow them
to search for food and devour
prey in their watery
environment.Not only do oceans cover more than 70 percent of the Earth’s surface, but
they’re also incredibly deep—easily the biggest habitat on the planet. What’s
more, they offer their residents a fairly stable temperature—and plenty of water!
ENVIRONMENTAND ECOLOGY
The biggest fish in the
ocean is the whale shark.
This monster can grow up
to 60 feet (18 m) long—
bigger than a bus!WOW!
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