Discover the Intriguing Depths: Top 9 Fun Facts About the Arabian Sea

1. Shark Party Central

If "Jaws" was filmed in the Arabian Sea, it might have been a whole new shark party: home to over 100 different species of sharks and rays, it also boasts unique coral reefs, mangroves, and seagrasses that support crucial fisheries and act as natural wave-breakers against coastal erosion and stormy tsunamis. The sea's bounty serves as the lifeblood for the communities dotting its shoreline, underpinning their livelihoods of fishing, transportation, and trade.
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2. The Great Whirl's Flamenco Dance

Ahoy, sailors! Beware the mighty vortex that swirls and twirls seasonally like some dramatic flamenco dance in the deep, briny blue. Fear not though, for ye shall not be sucked into the abyss: The Arabian Sea is home to the Great Whirl, an annual large anticyclonic eddy that forms off the coast of Somalia between May and December, playing a vital role in water circulation and temperature regulation, all without disrupting maritime navigation.
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3. Business and Pleasure in River Systems

Whoever said "don't mix business with pleasure" clearly never visited the Arabian Sea's river systems: These wild, winding waterways do the heavy lifting of providing habitat to a splash-tastic variety of aquatic species while also supporting the ecosystems and fisheries that keep nearby humans afloat!
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4. Socotra's VIP Biodiversity Lounge

If Noah's Ark had a VIP lounge, it would have been the Socotra Archipelago in the Arabian Sea: A UNESCO World Heritage site, it boasts 825 unique plant species, 90% of the world's reptiles, 95% of land snail species, 253 types of reef-building corals, 730 coastal fish species, and 300 kinds of crab, lobster, and shrimp. Exclusive much?
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5. Arabian Sea Losing Its Cool

Whoever said the Arabian Sea couldn't keep a cool head certainly didn't see this coming: Compared to its stormier neighbor, Bay of Bengal, this surprisingly chill body of water experiences fewer cyclones thanks to its colder sea surface temperature. But recent data shows the Arabian Sea might be losing its cool, as it's now the fastest warming region with more frequent, high-intensity cyclones brewing – leaving coastal dwellers hoping for a, quite literally, calmer sea-son ahead.
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6. Catching Up in the Cyclone Game

The Arabian Sea and the Bay of Bengal walk into a bar, but it's the Arabian Sea that struggles to stir up a good storm: The Arabian Sea has recorded fewer cyclones than its counterpart due to its generally lower sea surface temperature (below 28C or 82F). However, global warming has spiked the heat, resulting in 28 cyclones between 2001 and 2021, with temperatures reaching up to 31C (88F).
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7. Underwater Woodstock

Who knew the Arabian Sea was like an underwater Woodstock, hosting over 2,000 different kinds of marine performers rocking crabs, mollusks, and fish, all jamming together in the same saltwater stage!: The eclectic ensemble features 300 species of coral, 500 species of mollusks, 200 species of crabs, and 1,200 species of fish, but sadly, overfishing and destructive fishing practices have turned the tide and impacted certain star species like the yellowfin tuna and grouper. Thankfully, groups like the Indian Ocean Tuna Commission (IOTC) are working to keep the music playing by maintaining a sustainable harmony at this concert under the sea.
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8. India's Seafood Takeout Hub

If the Arabian Sea were a restaurant, India would be its biggest fan, always ordering takeout and getting delivery: Over 95% of India's trade by volume and 74% by value pass through this maritime hotspot, with more than 200 million people relying on it for their livelihoods and daily "meals."
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9. Blue Whales' Original Hit Songs

When blue whales sing, they don't use a karaoke machine or sing Taylor Swift songs; they prefer to roll out their original and melodious hits: A new population of blue whales has been discovered in the western Indian Ocean, and their distinct and never-before-heard song has been recorded off the coast of Oman in the northern Indian Ocean/Arabian Sea, off the western Chagos Archipelago in the equatorial central Indian Ocean, and off Madagascar in the southwestern Indian Ocean.
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