69 unprovoked shark attacks occurred worldwide in 2023, exceeding 5-year average. Florida led US with 16 attacks, accounting for 44% of total US incidents. Australia ranked second with 15 attacks, leading in fatal incidents. Climate change and increased seal populations are contributing to attacks
Thirty species of clownfish form symbiotic relationships with sea anemones. They range in size from 7-17 cm, with yellow, orange, or reddish colors. Found in warm waters of Indian and Pacific Oceans, not Atlantic
Squid are soft-bodied molluscs with eight arms and two tentacles. They have internal chitinous pen instead of shell. Diverged from other cephalopods during Jurassic. Size ranges from 10mm to 13m, with largest being Mesonychoteuthis hamiltoni
Mullets are a family of ray-finned fish found worldwide in coastal waters. Family includes about 78 species in 26 genera. Distinguished by two dorsal fins, triangular mouths, and lack of lateral line. Feed on detritus with muscular stomachs and complex pharynx
Pangasius is a genus of medium-large to very large shark catfishes. Native to fresh water in South and Southeast Asia. Sometimes refers specifically to commercially important basa fish
Lobsters are malacostracans with long bodies and muscular tails. They have three pairs of claws, including the first pair. Live up to 45-50 years in the wild. Can reach sizes up to 20.15 kilograms