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Flying Gurnard

While it cannot fly, the Flying Gurnard is a spectacle for observers. Its name comes from its ability to seemingly glide through the water. This tropical/sub-tropical fish has the ability to change the color of its large fins in order to scare off predators or attract a mate. 


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Giant Salamander

This fresh water species is the largest amphibian known to man. The largest known species can grow up to 5.9 feet (1.8 meters). The Giant Salamander is native to parts of China and Japan. Like other species of salamanders, it can fully regenerate lost limbs. This includes nerves, muscles, and bones. 


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Black sea nettle

Found in the Pacific Ocean, this large jellyfish has tentacles that can reach up to 20 feet (6 meters) in length. The Black sea nettle is purple or brown in color and only has a mild sting. This impressive creature does not swim, but instead uses ocean currents to drift around. 


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Nautilus

This creature has been around for over 500 million years. Nautili are found in the depths of the Pacific Ocean. The Nautulis has the ability to change the amount of gas in its shell. This allows it to quickly maneuver between different depths. The Nautilus has up to 90 tentacles to make capturing prey easier. 


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Blue Dragon

The Blue Dragon sea slug is found worldwide. Despite being tiny, it fearlessly feeds on jellyfish and siphonophores like the Portuguese Man o' War. It's best to view the Blue dragon from a safe distance to avoid a potentially painful sting. 


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Leopard Shark

These pajama sharks inhabit the shallow Pacific Coastal waters of North America. They are very timid around people. Leopard Sharks give live birth rather than laying eggs. This is known as viviparous reproduction.


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