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Seals' diving secret unlocked: Oxygen sensing helps the mammal dodge drowning
Marine mammals can hold their breath for extended periods underwater; the question is, how do they know when it's time to resurface?
Experiments show gray seals can monitor their own blood oxygen levels to prevent drowning
A team of scientists with the Sea Mammal Research Unit, School of Biology, University of St Andrews, in the U.K. has found ...
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The cute whiskers are back on. Rare Mediterranean monk seals are cared for in a Greek rehab center
Sleek and remarkably fast in the water, the monk seal is a skillful hunter and can consume up to 3 kilograms (6 pounds) of fish, octopus and squid a day. But it’s not averse to a ready meal ...