adaptations
Gliding through the world’s tropical waters with wide-open mouths, whale sharks are slow giants that suck in their...read more
Sand tiger sharks hover in the water as they patiently wait for fish to swim by. To hover, they gulp air at the water’s...read more
Gliding through the open ocean with their heavy bodies and paddle-like fins, oceanic whitetip sharks are an elusive...read more
Reaching speeds up to 60 miles per hour, mako sharks are the fastest sharks in the world! Their powerful tails drive...read more
Hammerhead sharks are known to use their uniquely shaped heads. They use them to pin down stingrays before taking a...read more
Great white sharks are fearsome ocean hunters! Their 300 sharp teeth and curved tails allow these predators to make quick...read more
Named for their striking color, blue sharks ride open-ocean currents looking for their next meal. Giant eyes give these...read more
Angel sharks glide along the sea bottom using their flat, winglike fins. When they find the right spot, they wiggle under...read more
Bounding across the Great Plains at up to 53 miles (85 kilometers) per hour, pronghorn are grassland survivors! The...read more
Their name and appearance may send chills down your spine, but thorny devils are far from fearsome! Their dangerous looks...read more