Sealife guideThe Spheniscidae familyThe taxonomy of marine species

Explore the taxonomy of the sea vertebrates including the cetaceans like the whales or the dolphins, the sea birds, the fish, the sharks and the sea turtles !

Adelie penguin
(Pygoscelis adeliae)

African penguin
(Spheniscus demersus)

Chinstrap penguin
(Pygoscelis antarcticus)

Emperor penguin
(Aptenodytes forsteri)

Galapagos penguin
(Spheniscus mendiculus)

Gentoo penguin
(Pygoscelis papua)

King penguin
(Aptenodytes patagonicus)

Royal Penguin
(Eudyptes schlegeli)

Southern rockhopper penguin
(Eudyptes chrysocome)

Yellow-eyed penguin
(Megadyptes antipodes)

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Thursday, October 30th 2025

The leopard blenny

The leopard blenny is a small reef fish from the Indo-Pacific ocean. It is easily recognized by its spotted coloration, which resembles that of a leopard. It lives on shallow coral reefs, feeds mainly on algae and polyps and skillfully camouflages among the corals to avoid predators.

Monday, October 27th 2025

The Spanish slipper lobster

The Spanish slipper lobster is a colorful crustacean found around reefs in the tropical waters of the northwestern Atlantic. Its flattened body and distinctive antennae allow it to hide in crevices during the day and emerge at night to feed on benthic invertebrates.

Monday, October 20th 2025

The Hawaiian archipelago, a volcanic gem of the pacific

Discover the Hawaiian archipelago, a volcanic paradise in the Pacific ocean where fiery mountains, lush forests and turquoise lagoons meet. Explore its islands, unique biodiversity and the geological forces that shaped this natural wonder.

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Baleine à bosse
(Megaptera novaeangliae)