There ’s absolutely no reason anyone needs to enter the ocean , ever .

For some reason, scientists and adventurers seem to love exploring around in the depths of the ocean. But there’s absolutely no need to do that because we have everything we need here on land: reality TV, foot massagers, and Cheetos. Plus, have you seen the horrifying abominations that live down there? Well, steel yourself and take a look — you’ll definitely agree that no one needs to go into the ocean, EVER.

1.First up: Ursula, I think one of your mermaid slugs got out of debtor’s prison.

3.Here’s a little creep that hides in holes and perfectly blends in with its surroundings.

4.This little fiend is completely covered in spikes.

5.Obviously, this monster has far too many teeth.

6.I’m pretty sure this fish is making a pass at me.

7.You say tentacles, I say claws. Potato, potahto.

8.I actually think I may have pulled this out of my shower drain.

9.Absolutely not.

10.Oh fun, another thing covered in spikes.

11.A holographic nocturnal disco demon.

12.You’ve gotta be kidding me.

13.This grump actually seems to understand my feelings about ocean life.

14.This is the Mind Flayer fromStranger Things, right?

15.There are even fish that look like my fingertips after I’ve been in the bath too long.

16.This Kirkland brand lobster has been around since the Paleozoic Era.

17.Lastly, perhaps the most terrifying thing of all…

This is just asmallselection of the horrors of the ocean — so what do you think? Have you been convinced never to go into the sea again, or do I need to show you more sharp and angry-looking creatures?

Underwater shot of a deep-sea viperfish with sharp teeth and a bioluminescent organ, known for dwelling in the darkest ocean depths

An elongated, eel-like deep-sea creature with a bioluminescent lure extending from its bottom jaw, swimming in a dark aquatic environment

A fish with tiny sharp teeth peeks out from a hole surrounded by coral and rocks

A spiny pufferfish with protruding features is underwater, blending in with its rocky surroundings; it looks mad

A great white shark is swimming underwater with its mouth wide open, showing its sharp teeth

Spotted boxfish swimming in the ocean, near a rocky sea floor; it has surprisingly large lips

A jellyfish with long pointy tentacles floats gracefully in an underwater environment

Close-up of a frogfish camouflaged to blend with its surroundings. It appears covered with algae and seaweed, making it hard to distinguish from its environment

A camouflaged stonefish partially buried in sand underwater, with a distinguishable sad face-like appearance

Spiny sea cucumber lying on the ocean floor amidst sand and small rocks

A close-up image of a bobbit worm partially buried in sand, showcasing its sharp jaws and iridescent body

A close-up underwater shot of a stingray, seen from below, showing its unique, smiling face and textured body

A close-up of a grumpy-looking fish underwater, showcasing its unique, flattened body and protruding, lip-like mouth

A close-up view of a sea spider with thin, elongated legs and a transparent body, observed among underwater flora

A close-up of a large, rough-textured fish with a prominent head and deep-set eyes, positioned next to a rock in an underwater environment

A large, segmented marine isopod with a hard exoskeleton and many legs crawling on a sandy surface

A scuba diver, fully equipped with diving gear and holding a rope, is underwater. Another person's hand, also holding the rope, is partially visible