In order to insert the plate, they needed to shorten the bone and even it out.…
I’m researching the Hammerhead shark it has many unique features . It has a oddly shaped head used for hunting . They live near the equator or in tropical waters . They are carnivores and eat about anything and their favorite food is the sting ray . The hammerhead shark is very unique .…
Ecosystems are the dynamic interactions between plants, animals and microorganisms, and their environment working together as a functional unit. The Great Barrier Reef, an ecosystem that is particularly at risk, is a long, narrow system that stretches for 2000km along the northeast Australian coast. The formation of this ecosystem is attributed to the dynamics of weather and climate, and the geomorphic, hydrologic and Biogeographical processes within the region.…
Since the 1970’s when the movie Jaws first showed up on big screens around the country, people have been afraid of beaches, in fear of shark attacks. Not only have they been apprehensive about swimming in the ocean, but some have such malicious feelings towards sharks (especially Atlantic White Sharks due to their role in the movie) that they have taken to hunting and killing this already dwindling species. (Earth Island Institute) It is no secret that pollution and overfishing, as well as numerous other factors have caused the biodiversity of marine life to drastically decrease. It is also known that the ocean ecosystem relies much on all members of the food chain- particularly top predators like sharks. Larger sharks,…
An ecosystem is a community of living organisms joined with the non-living components of their environment interacting as a system. Mangroves, Rocky Shores and Sand Dunes may be seen as three independent parts of the ecosystem but if one is disturbed then it affects the other parts of the cycle. There are many examples of ecosystems such as a pond, forest, an estuary, grassland and many more. Hastings Point is an estuary that is continuously threatened by development.…
A head that looks like a hammer, one eye and nostril are located on each side of the head, extra-tall dorsal fins. They grow to about 3 feet (0.9 meters) to 20 feet (6.1 meters). They weigh to about 230-450 kg (500-1000 lbs). They are usually grey, brown, or white. They have smooth skin.…
The shark is known to be a terror of the ocean that does nothing more than kill human’s, at least this is what was think of these creatures until more research was discovered. The truth is that the shark is a beautiful creature that has more than 440 species that is being hunted to extinction. Not many people are killed by sharks, as it is more common to be killed by a vending machine, than a shark. These creatures do not need to be hunted, as they are already on the verge of extinction.…
Imagine if you were stuck underwater as an animal that could only move as fast as a turtle trying to run away from a predator;. What would you do- would you fight or try to outrun the attacker. Well, if you could expel your guts, you would answer differently. According to Dictionary.com, ecosystem means, “a system, or a group of interconnected elements, formed by the interaction of a community of organisms with their environment.” This zone is located on continental shelf. In this zone there is plenty of sunlight zone. This zone has low water pressure as well as a constant temperature. An animal is lucky to live here because there are lots of organisms live here! This zone is also known as the sunlit zone and sublittoral zone. Thesis: Like…
The sand shark is very important to my tribe, and I shall tell you why. Once, a very long time ago, a group of hunters were looking for animals for food and supplies. The eldest, and wisest, said “We must continue hunting! Do not lose hope!” Suddenly a squirrel scampered across a cedar branch. The youngest was quick, he raised his bow, arrow drawn, and shot. The squirrel was too quick, the arrow missed. Several days later, hunger spread throughout the village. The three hunters had failed to collect enough food for the winter. Many died, some went mad with starvation. One day in winter, the hunters had no choice but to hunt. After several hours, they noticed that one spot of water had not frozen. The hunters made the decision to go fishing.…
Carcharhinus Leucas or bull sharks are the only species of sharks that are able to travel long distances and spend extended periods of time in freshwater environments. Although many people disagree, I believe that one of the bull sharks’ main reason for entering freshwater is to find breeding grounds. There is evidence that supports this theory, and it seems to me a very logical explanation, however it is a controversial concept. In this paper, I will discuss what physical characteristics allow bull sharks to survive in both marine and fresh waters, and attempt to understand whether they do this…
Growing up, everyone wants to be in the pros, or an actor. No one wants to be around slimy and stinky fish until retirement age. But one person did. That person is Eugenie Clark. Eugenie did not call it quits at retirement age however. In fact, Eugenie would continue to dive and study sharks at the age of ninety-two (MOTE). In this paper, you will learn about Eugenie Clark’s life, her contributions to the scientific community, her educational background, the passion for which she did her job, scientists that worked with her to reach a common goal, awards that Eugenie has won, and the knowledge on sharks from before Eugenie’s time, during her time, and now sadly, after her time.…
The only advantage of the Orca’s captivity is to further observe these aquatic creatures. SeaWorld claims that conducting research in the wild is too difficult. The park states to have “contributed to more than 1,000 studies that advance the global scientific community’s understanding of animals” (“SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment”). However, this information cannot be truly credible due to the fact that the research was not performed in the wild. A species natural behaviors cannot be expressed without their natural habitat, hence a behavior performed in a confined tank, is not remotely comparable to a behavior performed in the open ocean.…
Great white sharks are known as the most dangerous of the shark species because of their sheer size and their quick mind that make them the ultimate predator. A comparison can be seen in Figure 1, where the great white shark is seen next to a human, this image is showing the sizing difference between the two species. The shark is so captivating that there is an entire week each year dedicated to these creatures to learn more about them and the world they live, in an area that is vastly undiscovered. There is enough evidence through fossils that can date the shark back four-hundred million years ago, which was a time before dinosaurs were roaming the Earth (“Shark Basics”).…
The ecosystem of the reef is fairly straight forward. The main energy source for the producers of the reef (Algae, Kelp, and Plankton) is sunlight and water which provide them with nutrients. The producers provide resourceful energy for organisms (Warreners, Elephant Snail, and Sea Urchin), in order for them to survive. These organisms are eaten by the marine carnivore organisms (Common Sea Star, Dog Winkle) for sufficient energy. Birds and Fish gain their energy by obtaining most of these heterotrophs and autotrophs. The characteristics of the ecosystem play a big part in order for the ecosystem to survive.…
In the article Don’t Step on the Ecosystem! it can teach you lots about animals ecosystems. For example, an ocean. In an ocean there are coral reefs. According to Don’t Step on the Ecosystem! fish come to feed or to hide from other living things that can harm them. Coral reefs, are home to lots of the fish in the sea. Reefs also attract birds, whales, turtles, and seals. Also, another ecosystem is forest trees. For instance, these tree’s are home to the bugs and birds that live in its bark and branches, and to the squirrels who make their nests in its trunk. Also, the nut’s in the tree attract mice, deer, and helps hawks find…