fun fact

When a sea lion swims, its front flippers push it forward while its back flippers steer. To help the sea lion move on land, the back flippers can also rotate forward under its body, acting as feet!

OCEAN BASICS

The average temperature of the oceans around the world is about 39°F—only 7° above freezing! But water near thermal vents (openings that release heat from Earth’s core) can be up to 400°F!