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Orcas Everywhere looks at how humans around the world (Indigenous and non-Indigenous alike) related to orcas in the past, how we relate to them now, and what we can do to keep cetacean communities alive and thriving. Writer, filmmaker, and orca activist Mark Leiren-Young takes us back to when killer whales were considered monsters, and examines how humans went from using orcas for target practice to nearly loving them to death.

Razi, a local fisherboy, is watching turtle eggs hatch when he sees a boat bobbing into view. With a chill, he notices a still small hand hanging over the side. Inside is Zheng, who’s escaped a shipwreck and is full of tales of sea monsters and missing treasure. But the villains who are after Zheng are soon after Razi and his sister, Shifa, too. And so begins an exhilarating escapade in the shadow of the biggest sea monster of them all.

Two gentle Manatees must swim up a Florida river to escape the chill of winter. Along the way, Little Calf dives deep and gets caught in a clump of large seaweed. Can his mother save him? Find out as this exciting story unfolds! Reviewed by the Smithsonian Institution for accuracy, Manatee Winter is a fun and informative story. Appropriate for ages: 3-9.

Did you know that the deepest parts of the ocean are over one mile deep - too far down for any sunlight to reach? That's where Blobfish lives. But this book isn't about Blobfish...or is it?

Best-selling author Claire A. Nivola has won multiple awards for her captivating books introducing historical figures to young audiences. In this critically acclaimed profile of noted oceanographer Sylvia Earle, listeners follow Sylvia as her childhood adventures in the Gulf of Mexico help inspire her life’s work: discovering the secrets of “the blue heart of the planet”.

I live in a den and hunt my prey with venom. Zoom with me across the sea. I am a common octopus, and I have lots of things to show you!

When winter ice covers the Arctic Ocean, a narwhal pokes his head through a patch of open water, his tusk—a six-foot long tooth—pointed to the sky. Join this mammal as he jousts with another narwhal, floats with his pod, and uses echolocation to find his prey. When warmer weather arrives, he will migrate towards summer ground. But he must be careful! Predators—orcas and polar bears—will be hungry and looking for a meal.... How will the narwhal escape? Will he be able to return to the winter bay?

Tiger sharks eat almost anything they can catch. But the practice of dumping garbage in oceans is harmful to these predators who tend to eat something without realizing it isn’t food. This causes tiger sharks to eat license plates and other non-food items they cannot digest.

Esta obra maestra de la literatura norteamericana, narra la historia de un hombre -Ajab- dominado por una obsesión: vengarse de Moby Dick, la ballena blanca que le arrebató una pierna. Guiado por su anhelo de venganza, Ahab pretende capturar a la ballena, pero ésta no será presa fácil.

The cod is a large, ugly fish that spends its life with its big mouth wide open for food. For centuries, so many cod lived in the Atlantic Ocean they couldn’t swim without bumping into each other. They were so plentiful that they became the most important fish in many cultures. Best-selling author Mark Kurlansky brings history to life with this entertaining story of how a single fish changed the world.

The true story of a harbor seal that charmed the world paired with the teenage voice of actress Rachel Sieben will capture imaginations of all ages!

Follow Finn as he gets into a spot of bother with some plastic he finds on his adventures. And hear about the excellent plan his friends come up with to help him! A story of fun, friendship and how we can all help to keep our ocean friends happy and healthy. All profits from the book and audiobook will be split between Greenpeace and the Social Plastic Foundation.

Impress your friends with your knowledge about hermit crabs! Want to explore the hermit crab world, but don’t know where to start? Want to gain diverse knowledge about hermit crabs? Want to understand how to properly care for them? This book will unfold the captivating world of these less-understood crustaceans before you. It contains hard facts explained in simple terms that even your younger sibling can understand. The knowledge inside is comprehensive, but you can acquire it all in no time! Here’s a sneak peek into this book about the wonders of hermit crabs: Interesting Knowledge - ...

Little Dolphin learns to speak, hunt mullet and frolic with seaweed, but can this bottlenose baby fend off a shark attack? Children can find out as this thrilling story unfolds! Reviewed by the Smithsonian Institution for accuracy, Dolphin's First Day is a fun and informative story. Appropriate for ages: 3-9.

Follow a hatchling's treacherous journey from nest to sea. Longtime science writer Stephen Swinburne creates an engaging first-person narrative from the sea turtle's perspective.

Deep under the sea in the farthest reaches of the ocean lived Misty, the littlest mermaid, in the underwater kingdom of Tritania. Misty loves to explore. One day, a royal guard dolphin goes missing. Can Misty's curiosity and exploration help find the dolphin? Find out what happens....

Dive into the Incredible World of Sea Turtles! Get ready to explore the lives of one of the ocean's most fascinating creatures--sea turtles! A complete kid's guide to sea turtles takes you on an exciting journey through the underwater realm of these ancient mariners, who have been swimming the seas for over 100 million years. What you'll discover: different species: meet all seven sea turtle species, from the giant leatherback to the tiny kemp's ridley, and learn what makes each one unique sea turtle anatomy: find out how their flippers, shells, and other adaptations make them perfectly ...

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Today I Found a Mermaid has charmed both children and parents with its captivating tale and beautiful narration. Children will be delighted to hear how imagination and friendship can change an ordinary visit to the beach into a magical adventure! This beautiful children’s audiobook will be a favorite! It’s the perfect light-hearted audio adventure for little ones who love mermaids and imaginary play.

Clark the Shark has a loose tooth and needs to visit the dentist. But he's heard that the dentist is scarier than a box of blue whales! Uh-oh and oh no! Can Clark find a way to stay cool when it comes to tooth trouble?