Sealife guideThe Physaliidae familyThe taxonomy of marine species
Explore the taxonomy of cnidarians and especially sea anemones, corals and jellyfish !

Portuguese man of war
(Physalia physalis)
(Physalia physalis)
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Monday, March 2nd 2026
The blueface angelfish
The blueface angelfish is a very colorful fish of the tropical coral reefs of the Indo-Pacific, recognizable by its bright blue head and its bluish body finely reticulated with yellow.

Wednesday, February 18th 2026
The Atlantic tarpon
The Atlantic tarpon is a large coastal fish that can grow up to 8 feet long and weigh over 330 pounds, with a silvery body covered in large, reflective scales. Known as the Silver King, it is famous for its spectacular leaps and fierce fight when hooked by sport fishermen.

Friday, January 30th 2026
The dugong
Discover the dugong, a gentle “sea cow” of tropical waters. Learn about its habitat, diet, reproduction, morphology, and the threats facing this unique marine mammal.
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Grande nacre de Méditerranée
(Pinna nobilis)
(Pinna nobilis)
