The Wreck of the SS Yongala
23 March 1911. The steamship SS Yongala is nearing the end of her 99th voyage in Australian waters. She departs the town of Mackay at 1340 (1:40 pm) en route … Continue reading The Wreck of the SS Yongala
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My Top 5 Shark Encounters
I’m Tidewater Teddy, and I’ve spent a lot of time above and beneath the sea. In the deep, blue ocean, I’ve seen my share of sea creatures, but of all … Continue reading My Top 5 Shark Encounters
Do Fish Sleep?
Have you ever watched fish swimming around in an aquarium and wondered if they needed sleep? Surely, they have to rest sometimes, right? Well, yes, they do, but it’s not … Continue reading Do Fish Sleep?
Mudskippers: Fish That Can Walk on Land
This is a mudskipper: Adorable little gremlin, isn’t it? These odd fish are members of the goby family, but they’re different from other gobies in a variety of ways. First, … Continue reading Mudskippers: Fish That Can Walk on Land
Two Months in Australia.
Well, I’ve officially been in Australia for two months. Since arriving here, time has traveled at a strange pace. Sometimes, days have passed like weeks, and other times, days have … Continue reading Two Months in Australia.
Giant Squid Filmed in Natural Habitat for the First Time
If you haven’t heard, Japanese researchers filmed a live giant squid in its natural habitat for the first time, and on Sunday, January 26, 2013, we’ll finally be able to … Continue reading Giant Squid Filmed in Natural Habitat for the First Time
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