Three New Fish Species Spotted Using Tools in The Laccadive Sea

Reports of aquatic animals using tools have been uncommon because they’re more difficult to observe and a perception that fish are ‘less intelligent’

Key Facts about the Laccadive Sea

1. Location: The Laccadive Sea (or Lakshadweep Sea) forms part of the Indian Ocean, bordering India, the Maldives, and Sri Lanka.
2. Boundaries: It connects to other parts of the Indian Ocean – the Arabian Sea to the north and the Nine Degree Channel to the south.
3. Size: The Laccadive Sea covers a significant area, approximately 303,476 square miles.
4. Depth: With an average depth of 6,329 feet, it's about half as deep as the Indian Ocean overall.
5. Biodiversity: The Laccadive Sea supports a rich variety of marine life. The Gulf of Mannar alone is home to around 3,600 species. Its coral reefs provide habitat for almost 120 different coral species.
6. Important Cities: Major cities located along the shores of the Laccadive Sea include Trivandrum, Kochi, and Quilon in India; Colombo in Sri Lanka; and Malé in the Maldives.

FAQs:

Q1: What is a Gulf?

A gulf is a large area of a sea or ocean that extends deeply into the land. Gulfs form through various processes:

1. Land Collapse/Sinking: When a large piece of land collapses or sinks, it can create a big indentation that the sea fills in.
2. Erosion: Gulfs can also form over time through the gradual erosion of the coastline.

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