The water level in the Great Lakes does indeed fluctuate ... of up to 14 hours, which is why they are often mistaken for tidal action. And, just like in ocean intertidal environments, the animals ...

But the elements that make the Great Lakes so different from their saltier ocean ... Lake can be like swimming in a washing machine. "The frequency of the waves is greater. It does make things ...

But did you ever wonder if our own Great Lakes in our backyard have tides? Well, the answer may just surprise you. Ocean tides are ... by definition, does occur twice a day on the Great Lakes ...