by johnnymagory | Jun 9, 2023
Basking Shark-Ainmhí Sheoil The basking shark is one of the Earth’s giants. Scientifically known as Cetorhinus maximus, the basking shark is the second-largest living shark, behind the whale shark. It is one of three passive sharks that eat plankton by filter feeding....
by johnnymagory | Jun 9, 2023
Barnacle-Giúrann Those aren’t dragon claws—they’re gooseneck barnacles! These filter feeders are found in the rocky tide pools of Olympic Coast National Marine Sanctuary. Their shells are made up of multiple white plates that help protect them from...