Although tales about scary sea monsters may not be very common anymore in today’s modern world, there are still many ocean creatures that evoke an unprecedented fear in us. How rational are those fears? In part 2 of the Scary Sea Monster Series we take a closer look at 3 new and notorious ocean creatures, and how scary they really are!
Whether you love sharks or fear them, one thing is for sure: they make your heart beat faster. They’re some of the most fascinating creatures on this planet and are vital to the health of our oceans. Although they’ve been around for 450 million years, today they’re facing the biggest threat in their entire existence: humans.
From the ancient Greeks to the violent Vikings and even present-day local fishermen: tales about sea monsters have been a part of human culture for as long as we can remember. Are those fears rational? How scary are these sea monsters really?
Even if you know nothing about seahorses, they’re pretty loveable. Just look at their curly tails, tiny fins and horse shaped head! But did you know seahorses have a lot more to offer than just their pretty looks? So hold your horses, because you’re about to love them even more!