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Shark fin soup is quite a delicacy in Eastern cultures. Its high price tag makes shark fins a hot item for poachers! Scholars learn how investigators created a process to determine the shark species people hunted in a presentation. The procedure helps isolate the poaching regions to help catch these hunters.
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Instructional Ideas
- Include during a unit on endangered species or genetic research
- Have individuals write a summary of the video after viewing
Classroom Considerations
- Builds on an understanding of the structure of DNA
- This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
- Provides an interesting connection between DNA and animal protection
- The presenter is energetic, adding interest to the presentation
Cons
- None