The gray seal (Halichoerus grypus) is a seal species found in the Baltic Sea. Despite their importance to the ecosystem, gray seals are often blamed by fishermen for depleting fish stocks and are the target of hostile attacks. However, studies show that gray seals consume only a small fraction of the total fish stock in the region and play a critical role in maintaining ecosystem balance by controlling populations of other species. It is important to protect gray seals and the ecosystem as a whole, as their decline can negatively affect the balance of the ecosystem.
The city of Liepāja is a popular place for scuba divers, preparing for diving in the sea. Only this time, the Baltic Sea pleases us with an exotic underwater animal, opposite the rescue base, a swordfish of impressive size washed out of the sea. It was noticed by local residents on August 12, 2015. Swordfish brought from the shore to the rescue station […]
