The open sea is large and lighted by the sun. Here, fish swim together in massive schools, sea lions joyfully frolic in the currents, and giant, gentle filter-feeders glide through the endless blue.
Green turtles are ancient seafarers migrating across vast distances over the course of their lives in the open oceans.
Giant pufferfish can take in a huge amount of water, making them inflate to deter predators.
Pelagic fish travel in schools and their schools can form optical illusions, confusing predators.
Cownose rays are very social animals and often migrate in huge schools called fevers.
Giant manta rays are filter feeders and have large wings that can span over 15 feet across.
Queensland grouper are one of the largest bony fish species, weighing as much as 800 pounds.
California sea lions are very social animals and famous for their acrobatics when swimming underwater.
They are agile hunters that feed on squid and schooling fish.
Kelp can grow up to 18 inches in a day, providing nutrients and habitat for animals living in the open ocean.