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Sea otters have a secret pocket of skin near their armpits to store food.
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Beluga whales have an adorable language of chirps and squeaks that have earned them the nickname "canaries of the sea."
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Certain species of male penguin "propose" to their lady with a pebble during mating season.
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While manatees may have more in common with dolphins or whales, they are actually related to elephants!
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Mama harp seals can find their young in a giant crowd just from their pup's distinct scent!
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Also, there's a jelly that looks like a fried egg and it's basically the greatest thing ever.
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Besides being cute as hell, pinecone fish have natural headlights that help them find food!
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Sea turtles usually return to same beach used by their mothers to lay their eggs.
The ocean is filled with adorable and amazing creatures! Tell us which one is your favorite in the comments!
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