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As a result of a United Nations General Assembly resolution passed in December 2008, World Oceans Day is celebrated on June 8th each year. This annual event spurred the creation of a special collections around our oceans and the efforts being made in conservation ranging from pollution to habitat restoration to fishing and fisheries.

The special collection continues to grow along with Plastic in Our Oceans and 1Water, with a focus on the challenge of providing clean drinking water to the world population.

Curated by mokiethecat

Meet The Narwhal
April 10, 2019

Narwhals are often called the "unicorns of the sea" due to their distinctive, spiraled tusk. This remarkable appendage, which can grow up to 10 feet long, is actually an elongated tooth.

Despite its prominent appearance, the precise function of the narwhal's tusk has long puzzled scientists. What exactly do these Arctic whales use their unique "horn" for?