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Underwater World, Singapore
At this site you will learn all about Underwater World in Singapore. You can get general information, take a virtual tour, see pictures, and download movies of a diver feeding fish.
US Senate
Us Senate Committee Commerce, Science and Transportation
The Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation has jurisdiction over several areas. Come and find out more about this powerful committee by checking out this resource.
Other
Ocean Oasis: Field Guide
Ocean Oasis is a giant-screen film that depicts Mexico's Sea of Cortes and the Baja California desert. This companion site features much of the information the film has, such as beautiful images of animals, water, and land that have...
US Fish and Wildlife Service
U.s. Fish & Wildlife Service: Loggerhead Sea Turtle
Read about the current status of the endangered Loggerhead Sea Turtle. This article takes an in-depth look at the conservations status and efforts underway to stop the decline in the turtle population.
PBS
Pbs: Nova: Shark Attack!
An informative site that touches on evolution, life cycle and interesting facts about sharks.
NOAA
Noaa: Estuaries 101 Curriculum: Port to Port
Many people depend on the estuary to earn a living. Meet a Louisiana man who makes his living by harvesting crabs and shrimp, and is worried about the health of the estuary. Includes downloadable teacher guide and student materials.
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Cefas: Our Science
A website focusing on the research done by the Center for Environment, Fisheries, and Aquaculture science that focuses on climate change, marine planning, fisheries management, and sustainability. Website includes information about...
Missouri Botanical Garden
Missouri Botanical Garden: Freshwater Ecosystems
At this site from the Missouri Botanical Garden, you can learn about the wide variety of plant and animal life in or around fresh water ecosystems. Click on the links to "wetlands," "Ponds and Lakes," or "Rivers and Streams" to view...
TeachEngineering
Teach Engineering: Sound for Sight
Echolocation is the ability to orient by transmitting sound and receiving echoes from objects in the environment. As a result of a Marco-Polo type activity and subsequent lesson, students learn basic concepts of echolocation. They use...
Kidport
Kidport: Who Eats What?
At this site students are encouraged to try and answer questions that relate to what animals eat. At the bottom of the web page are beautiful pictures of land and sea animals and when selected, students will be able to read short facts...
Other
Marine Biology: Coral Reef Fish Ecology
Provides information about larval recruitment and other aspect of fish reproduction.
TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: Underwater Astonishments
David Gallo shows jaw-dropping footage of amazing sea creatures, including a color-shifting cuttlefish, a perfectly camouflaged octopus, and a Times Square's worth of neon light displays from fish who live in the blackest depths of the...
TeachEngineering
Teach Engineering: Let Your Ears Do the Walking
In the previous lesson, students learned about the issue of bycatching by fisheries and how it affects marine habitats. Dolphins are one of the main species affected by bycatching. Dolphins use echolocation to identify the location of...
Read Works
Read Works: Dive Into a Coral Reef
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about coral reefs and some of the sea creatures that call them home. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
National Geographic Kids
National Geographic Kids: Quiz Whiz: Sharks
See how much you know about sharks, and take this interactive, ten-question quiz about this marine animal.
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Echinoderm
Wikipedia provides detailed information on echinoderms, or a phylum of marine animals including star fish and sea urchins. Website includes image, chart of scientific classification, and many hyperlinked terms.
National Geographic Kids
National Geographic Kids: Animals: Bull Sharks
National Geographic site engages users with colorful photos and extensive facts about Bull Sharks. Be sure to click on the video link to view a short clip on these fascinating animals.
Science Buddies
Science Buddies: Harmful Algal Blooms in the Chesapeake Bay
Harmful algal blooms occur when algae, which form the base of the ocean food web, grow in massive numbers and produce toxic or harmful effects on people, fish, shellfish, marine mammals, and birds. In this project you will learn how to...
NOAA
Noaa: Ocean Science Careers
Study the different types of ocean related careers that are available and how you can make a difference without having to be a professional.
Smithsonian Institution
National Museum of Natural History: Ocean Planet: Biological Roulette: Alien Species
Click on the roulette wheel and see how some alien species were introduced into the United States and the effect they have had on our country. This is part of an archived Smithsonian exhibit.
Environmental Education for Kids
Eek!: Environmental Careers: Gone Fishing? Life as a Fisheries Biologist
A short description of what it takes to become a fisheries biologist and what they do.
TeachEngineering
Teach Engineering: Caught in the Net
Bycatch can be defined as the act of unintentionally catching certain living creatures using fishing gear. A bycatched species is distinguished from a target species (the animal the gear is intended to catch) because it is not sold or...
Georgia Aquarium
Georgia Aquarium: Blue Runner
Use this animal guide to learn the scientific name and discover the habitat, diet, reproduction, physical and unique characteristics of the blue runner. It can be viewed live on the webcam.
Other
Fishin for Facts Library
A comprehensive site that includes a wealth of information on whales, sharks, penguins and squid.