Endangered Marine Species - Investigate

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 For today's class you will look at ONE specific marine species that is endangered.  You will have half of class to study the species, learn the basics about it, and uncover why it is endangered.  Divide up the sources, and see what you can get through, and summarize

You and your group will research your species and find out: 

  • Describe the basic facts about your species + special fun facts we should know 
  • Describe the basics about its habitat - naming specific locations (with a map if possible)
  • Why is this species special and significant?
  • Causes - why is this species endangered? 
  • Any solutions that exist to save this species?  Any progress being made?
Present the information to the class - create 4 powerpoint image slides (no text necessary!) + a script of what you are going to say.  Divide up the speaking.

This is a good website to get started with 
- https://www.citrusreef.com/blogs/news/most-endangered-marine-species
https://earth.org/endangered-species-in-the-ocean/


CHOICE 1 - HAWKSBILL SEA TURTLES



CHOICE 2 - THE VAQUITA 

Why is the Vaquita endangered?

Why is the Vaquita so endangered? WWF

The Vaquita - most endangered species

The Vaquita - at risk

Sci-Show - We probably can't save the Vaquita
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dkTvoQkFwG8


CHOICE 3 - MANATEES (DUGONGS)

Manatees - a Hopeful Case Study

2021 - Deadliest year on record for Manatees

Manatees need our help

Gentle Giants - Manatees and Boats
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dkuqWlHZo5I
What in the world is a dugong?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YProaycNpHE
Everglades national park
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HPrPtCns5Lc


CHOICE 4 - NORTH AMERICAN RIGHT WHALES 

Saving the North American Right Whale

The most endangered whale on the planet 

Gov't of Canada outlines protections for Right Whale

The Ocean Is Too Loud for Whales and Dolphins
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r-pZDzGStV0
Why the Ocean is Getting Louder - Vox Magazine




CHOICE 5 - HAWAIIAN MONK SEAL

The Hawaiian monk seal - video

Why is the Hawaiian monk seal important?

The Hawaiian monk seal

Why is the Monk seal endangered?

Why is Hawaiian monk seal endangered?


CHOICE 6 - SOUTHERN SEA OTTERS

Sea Otters - All about them
Sea Otters - Threatened and Endangered
Fighting for Sea Otters - Earth Justice

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