Apr 18, 2024, 09:41 AM IST

8  animals who live near the sea

Pravrajya Suruchi

Dolphins:  These intelligent and playful marine mammals are found in oceans and coastal waters worldwide.

Sea turtles: These ancient reptiles inhabit oceans and coastal waters around the globe. 

Crabs: They are found in a variety of marine environments, from the intertidal zone to the deep sea.

Seagulls: They are scavengers and predators, feeding on fish, crustaceans, and other marine life. 

Seals: They spend most of their lives in the water but come onto land to breed and give birth. Seals are found in various coastal regions around the world. 

Penguins:  These flightless birds are found in the Southern Hemisphere, inhabiting coastal regions and islands.  

Hermit crabs:  These unique crustaceans have soft abdomens that they protect by inhabiting empty seashells. 

Starfish:  These echinoderms have a star-shaped body with five or more arms. They are found in oceans worldwide and move slowly along the seafloor.