Maritime Crossword

Advanced Ocean-themed Crossword Puzzle

1. A rocky or coral formation near the surface of the sea that is exposed at low tide
2. Aquatic animal with a backbone
3. A type of hard, stony marine animal polyp found in warm ocean waters
3. A creature that lives in the ocean and is related to the lobster
4. A type of fish that is capable of inflating its body to deter predators
5. A species of flattened, burrowing sea urchin
6. A type of small, shrimp-like crustacean that is a major food source for larger marine organisms
7. A common seafood item with a distinct taste and texture
8. Aquatic life form that typically has a long, whip-like tail and venomous spine
9. Large marine mammal that may have a dorsal fin and a long, streamlined body
10. A fish with a snake-like body and no bones
11. Sea creature that can regenerate lost arms
12. Marine mammal often seen leaping above the surface of the water
13. Creature of the sea with a head and eight arms that can change color
14. A sea creature with five pairs of legs and two large claws
15. A small marine fish with a head and neck resembling a horse
16. Organism that can sting with its tentacles
17. The periodic rise and fall of the sea level
18. A large body of saline water that covers much of the Earth's surface
19. Apex predator found in all the world's oceans, ranging from the tropics to the coldest waters