Smithsonian Institution
Smithsonian Marine Ecosystems Exhibit
Take an online tour of the Smithsonian's "Exploring Marine Ecosystems" exhibit. Learn about coral reefs and look behind the scenes as scientists maintain the model ecosystems.
Monterey Bay Aquarium
Monterey Bay Aquarium: Sea Otters
A resource that explores the otter's life at sea with emphasis on keeping warm, diet, social life, and mother and pup. A live cam is set up to view the sea otters. Other sites (Marine Mammals and Octopus's) can be accessed.
A-Z Animals
A Z Animals: Animal Facts: Dugong (Dugong Dugon)
Explore images and facts about the Dugong, including details on its appearance, habitat, breeding, behaviour, and much more.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Earth Science: Types of Marine Organisms
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Provides an overview of the organisms living in the sea.
Other
Sea Sky: Reef Life
The coral reef, its composition and inhabitants are explored here in detail. With additional information about the life that inhabits a coral reef.
University of Minnesota
University of Minnesota: Sea Otter
Analysis of the history of the sea otter in North America, focusing on its role in the European fur trade of the late 18th Century, this University of Minnesota web page is concise but thorough. The nations most involved in the...
Smithsonian Institution
National Museum of Natural History: Arctic Studies Center Mammals Sea Otter
This Smithsonian website has a brief, but thorough, article on the Sea Otters that also includes a picture and an extensive quote from naturalist Edward Nelson.
BBC
Bbc Science & Nature: Sea Otter
These pictures of the Sea otter are comically adorable. Use this site to read a detailed fact sheet on the sea otter and to check out the photos.
TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: Why Are Blue Whales So Enormous?
Blue whales are the largest animals on the planet, but what helps them grow to the length of a basketball court? Asha de Vos explains why the size of krill make them the ideal food for the blue whale. [5:21]
Other
Ocean Oasis: Field Guide
Ocean Oasis is a giant-screen film that depicts Mexico's Sea of Cortes and the Baja California desert. This companion site features much of the information the film has, such as beautiful images of animals, water, and land that have...
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: Amazing Adaptations Probing Pinnipeds
This is a technology-rich, hands-on science experiment exploring the world of pinniped adaptations using a digital probe as a data collection device.
Denver Zoo
Denver Zoo: California Sea Lion
The Denver Zoo features a comprehensive overview of the California sea lion focusing on its habitat, range, adaptations, diet, physical characteristics, and more.
NOAA
Noaa: Ocean Facts on Marine Mammals
The National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration sponsors this introductory article and related links that tell why marine mammals are valued by the public for their great aesthetic, recreational and economic significance.
Other
Canadian Federation of Humane Societies: Marine Mammals in Captivity
An article expressing concern about the use of marine mammals in the entertainment industry.
Chicago Zoological Society
Chicago Zoological Society: Zoo Explorer: California Sea Lion
Get acquainted with the California sea lion while browsing this animal guide from the Brookfield Zoo. Subject matter includes quick facts, a photo, and highlights on the appearance, habit, and other unique characteristics of this marine...
Other
American Cetacean Society: Monterey Bay Chapter
This resource provides basic information about educational, conservational and scientific efforts in the Monterey Bay area.
Canadian Museum of Nature
Canadian Museum of Nature: Sea Otter
Get to know the Sea Otter.. colored photos, description, life cycle, map of habitat, food. Only the basic details of this animal are given, making this site perfect for younger researchers.
Canadian Museum of Nature
Canadian Museum of Nature: Hooded Seal
A brief overview of the hooded seal with quick facts on size, distribution, diet, an explanation of the name "hooded".
ClassFlow
Class Flow: Marine Mammals
[Free Registration/Login Required] This flipchart discusses the characteristics and classifications of marine mammals. It focuses specifically on whales. Assessment questions using Activotes are included.
ClassFlow
Class Flow: Marine Mammals
[Free Registration/Login Required] This flipchart investigates what makes a mammal, discusses where they live and focuses specifically on the anatomy of a whale.
Enchanted Learning
Enchanted Learning: Sea Otter
Here you can find a great printout of a sea otter as well as detailed information about the animal. Learn what a sea otter looks like, what kind of fur they have, what they eat, and who their predators are.
Saint Louis Zoo
Saint Louis Zoo: Harbor Seal
Discover fun facts and learn about the habitat, range, appearance, and conservation status of the harbor seal.