Deep Sea Gigantism
What is deep sea gigantism?
True or False: The colossal squid has never been seen alive in its natural, deep-water habitat?
True
True or False: Humans are at the top of all ocean food chains?
False
True or False: Humans evolved from a marine animal?
True
Other than deep sea gigantism, what is one adaptation that helps animals survive deep underwater?
Bioluminescence, body shape, etc.
Which of the following animals does NOT experience deep sea gigantism?
a) jellyfish
b) sea spiders
c) squids
d) anglerfish
d) anglerfish
Why do all food chains begin with the sun?
What is the only bird that can swim completely underwater?
Describe one cause of deep sea gigantism.
Answers may vary
What deep sea creature has the largest eye of any animal on Earth?
Colossal squid
What is the deepest place in the world's oceans?
Which ocean's name means "peaceful"?
The Pacific Ocean
What is Kleiber's Rule?
Animals that are larger tend to be more efficient
How big can sea spiders grow?
20 inches/50 cm
What does salinity mean?
The amount of salt in water
What percentage of the oxygen on Earth is produced by oceans?
Between 50% and 80%
What is Bergman's Rule?
Animals tend to increase in body size as temperature decreases
What type of jellyfish is the largest?
The lion's mane jellyfish
What is another term for the Bathypelagic Zone?
The Midnight Zone
What is the largest coral reef system on Earth?
The Great Barrier Reef