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Noaa: Large Marine Ecosystems of the World

For Students 9th - 10th
A detailed look at large marine ecosystems throughout the world. See animated maps showing the growth of chlorophyll in oceans, seas, and river systems.
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NOAA

Noaa: National Marine Fisheries Headquarters

For Students 9th - 10th
This home page provides links to fisheries organizations, research and regulations.
Handout
Careers New Zealand

Kiwi Careers: Marine Farm Supervisor

For Students 9th - 10th
Description of the career of marine farm supervisor, including nature of work, outlook and earnings (in New Zealand), training and working conditions. Includes profile of a working manager of an off-shore seafood farm.
Lesson Plan
Virginia Institute of Marine Science

Virginia Institute of Marine Science: Ghostbusting in the Chesapeake

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Because abandoned crab fishing pots can create havoc in the marine ecosystem, scientists and fishermen are researching ways in which to collect them. In this instructional activity students will explore catch data collected by the...
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NOAA

Noaa: Ocean Facts on Marine Fish Habitats

For Students 9th - 10th
The depletion of marine fish habitats from NOAA affects more than just the fish - it can affect you too! Learn facts about the importance of habitat preservation for science, and for people like you.
Unit Plan
Language Guide

Language Guide: Los Animales Del Mar (Spanish)

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource provides colorful pictures of sea animals interact with audio and the written vocabulary word as you move your mouse over the picture. This vocabulary would compliment a science unit on marine life.
Activity
NOAA

Noaa: Puffy the Puffer's Book of Fun Fish Facts

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Step inside "Puffy The Puffer's Book Of Fun Fish Facts," and learn all about marine mammals. There are quizzes, games and lots of fun information.
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Other

The Fish and Wildlife Research Institute: Home Page

For Students 9th - 10th
This page features a taxonomic list of the stony corals(with pictures) observed by the Coral Reef/ Hardbottom Monitoring Project in the Florida Key's National Marine Sanctuary. Site features a toolbar with the latest news in marine...
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NOAA

Noaa: Fisheries Office of Habitat Conservation

For Students 9th - 10th
NOAA Fisheries Office of Habitat Conservation oversees the conservation of United States coastal and marine habitats. Learn about the different projects they have undertaken and supported, what the work involves, and why it is so...
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Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College

Serc: Fisheries

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Expose students to the most current research and management tools in a way that allows them to become active participants in both learning about and conserving marine ecosystems.
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Other

Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority: Great Barrier Reef Marine Park

For Students 9th - 10th
Your connection to everything related to the Great Barrier Reef. Read the latest news and updates, such as media releases and letters to the editor. View maps that show fishing and boating, tourist spots, and the reef itself.
Website
Mariners' Museum and Park

Mariners' Museum: Watermen of the Chesapeake

For Students 9th - 10th
In this resource, students can meet the modern-day watermen of the Chesapeake Bay region. Find out about their day-to-day struggles with living and working within the nation's largest estuary system.
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Other

Skyenimals: List of Ocean Animals: Ocean Habitat

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the largest animal habitat on Earth with this website that gives facts and images of the ocean habitat. Site contains pictures and images of ocean animals.
Handout
Encyclopedia of Life

Encyclopedia of Life: Spiny Rayed Fishes

For Students 9th - 10th
Extensive resource examines spiny rayed fishes with a description, pictures, and maps. Includes facts on habitat, history, behavior, conservation, and external links.
Article
DOGO Media

Dogo News: Nyc Subway Cars Transform Into Condominiums for Fish

For Students 5th - 8th
Read about the disposal of New York City subway cars into the Atlanic Ocean, and how these cars are then used by the marine life. Includes video.
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Other

Fins: The Fish Information Service

For Students 9th - 10th
A good source of information on aquariums, aquarium upkeep, and aquarium fish. Includes an index of freshwater and marine fish and invertebrates listed by type, Latin name, and common name. Index includes photos. Links to aquarium sites,...
Unit Plan
TeachEngineering

Teach Engineering: All Caught Up: Bycatching and Design

For Teachers 4th - 8th
Bycatch, the unintended capture of animals in commercial fishing gear, is one of the hottest topics in marine conservation today. About 25% of the entire global catch is bycatch. This surprisingly high level of bycatch is responsible for...
Handout
NOAA

Noaa: Fisheries: Cetaceans: Whales, Dolphins, and Porpoises

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn more about the marine mammal group of cetaceans. Take a look at their status on the Endangered list and find out what situations put them on that list.
Activity
NOAA

Noaa: Northeast Fisheries Science Center: Fish Faq

For Students 9th - 10th
This site is provided for by the Northeast Fisheries Science Center. Do fish sleep? Do they chew food? Can any fish swim backwards? How many Pinnipeds are on the Endangered Species List? Find out the answers to these questions and many...
Handout
NSTATE

Alaska State Symbols and Emblems

For Students 9th - 10th
Find out all about the state symbols and emblems of Alaska. Clicking on the words under the heading "Symbol/Emblem" will usually provide a picture and more information. The date the symbol was adopted is also included.
Interactive
Quia

Quia: Animal Facts Scavenger Hunt

For Students 3rd - 8th
At this website you are given ten questions to answer and links to three websites where you can find those answers.
Activity
Read Works

Read Works: Hook, Line, and Sinker

For Teachers 6th
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about the depletion of edible seafood populations. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
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Other

Kidfish: Anatomy of a Fish

For Students 5th - 7th
A concise site that features a labeled picture of a fish and an explanation of the key parts of the fish anatomy. Contains links to some fish of the Northwest which include pictures and text.
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Other

Pollution Probe: Mercury in the Environment [Pdf]

For Students 9th - 10th
High levels of mercury exposure can cause birth defects, permanent brain or kidney damage, and/or death. This resource focuses on the impacts of mercury in the environment. Learn how mercury can reap havoc on lakes and other aquatic...