Oceans - Species At Risk

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 Which Ocean Species Are Threatened?

We know the ocean is filled with keystone species that we are concerned about. Choose ONE of the endangered/threatened species below to learn more about. Record notes, and consider what you could do to raise awareness of these issues. Feel free to explore all of the species if you are interested BUT YOU ARE ONLY REQUIRED TO LOOK AT THE VIDEOS AND SOURCES FOR ONE SPECIES.
CHOICE 1 - SHARKS

CHOICE 2 - SEA TURTLES
CHOICE 3 - THE VAQUITA 
The Vaquita - most endangered species
Sci-Show - We probably can't save the Vaquita
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dkTvoQkFwG8


CHOICE 4 - MANATEES (DUGONGS)

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 5 - WHALES 

Blue Whales 101:
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


Take the notes and reflections that you kept from the videos, and let's put them into a short reflection.  Complete the Learning Activity below and bring to class on Thursday.



SUMMARIZE - LEARNING ACTIVITY FOR TODAY

 Ensure your work is grammar-checked and edited.

 In your response, answer the following questions:

1.  Describe 1-2 reasons why you believe the ocean is worth protecting.  Be specific, and defend your answer with facts from today's sources.

2. Describe 1-2 things that were surprising to you from this today's readings and video clips.  What's something that has stuck with you this week and made you think about?

3. Which species did you choose to investigate more closely?  Describe 1-2 reasons why they are at risk, and how they are being affected by human activity.

4. What's a question that you are thinking about right now, after studying this week's content?

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