Describe an Aquatic Animal Cue Card

When did you see it?

According to scientists, Earth is the only planet that has evidence of living organisms residing from past several years which are more than we can imagine. The living creatures that are residing on earth are mainly divided into three different categories; plants, humans, and animals. Moreover, animals are further divided into different categories like; domestic, wild, and aquatic animals. Acquatic animals are found under the water and have unique body shapes and forms. Majorly of them have a streamlined body shape. 

Where you saw it?

I once visited my family and found a goldfish there. In terms of vision and hearing, goldfish are on par with every other fish in having excellent eyesight and hearing abilities. I adore goldfish because they are self-disciplined aquatic animals with the capacity to master new skills on their own. They are intelligent and have well-developed cognitive abilities that enable them to differentiate between various human beings. Additionally, the majority of goldfish are sociable animals who rapidly adapt to their surroundings. We are able to keep goldfish as pets because of this. through visual interaction with their surroundings, people have the capacity to retain various patterns, sounds, and colours for three months.

Explain why it is interesting?

In comparison to any other aquatic species, keeping goldfish as a pet is always preferable. The best aspect is that goldfish do not require a lot of food to survive. Even if the temperature varies significantly in a certain area, the fish won't be harmed. These freshwater fish are the ideal fish since they do very well even in saline water. It is simple to establish the ideal environment for goldfish to survive. They are arguably among the best and cutest fish species.

When did you see it?

Once I was going through a picture book while flipping the pages I saw a dolphin with certain information given about it. The information started with a small description of aquatic animals. Ultimately, they landed on the description of a dolphin. After knowing so much about the dolphin, I was fascinated and I wish to share my knowledge about dolphins with you.

Where you saw it?

After reading such information about dolphins, I went on searching more about them. To my surprise, I saw that dolphins have a scientific name called Odontoceti. To talk about the food of this creature, they prefer eating fish, squid, and crustaceans because it is readily and easily available in the water bodies. If we talk about India, then dolphins are found in the river Ganges as it is the ideal place for their survival.

Explain why it is interesting?

Starting with the factual details and dolphins, I would like to mention they are beautiful creatures which are usually found large in size. Generally, people think that dolphins are present in gray colors, but they are available in black, pink, and white colors too. With a life span of 10 to 45 years, this aquatic mammal is friendly and has a joyful nature. But since they cannot breathe underwater, they have to come to the surface of the water to breathe.

However, with modernization, we are forgetting the needs and existence of animals. The marine traffic with water pollution has become a problem not only for dolphins but for other water animals too. This is becoming the reason for their extinction and if it continues then a time is not far when dolphins will be no more.

When did you see it?

Once I visited my friend's place in Mumbai, India. He is very fond of animals and has multiple pets. So, when I arrived at his place he was still watching the animal planet. There was a show going on, I don't remember the name but they were giving insight into marine life. Suddenly, an octopus came in front of them with certain other fish. It was the time I started admiring the bulbous and good-looking animal a lot.

Where you saw it?

It was through my friend I came to know about octopuses a lot. He gave me interesting information like the largest of all octopuses is the giant Pacific octopus which is found in the North Pacific Ocean. The size of this octopus makes it remarkable as it weighs 600 pounds and has a length of 30 feet. Octopus has three hearts which is as unique as having eight arms. They have existed in our country for more than 250 years. They are carnivores and have the unique ability to hide themselves and even adapt to the color and texture of their surroundings. Even to escape from the predators they use the technique to camouflage.

Explain why it is interesting?

The octopuses have multiple nerves due to which they can grab or taste things. However, it is seen that most octopuses have a very short life span which ranges from 3 to 5 years only. This shows that octopuses mature early and grow quickly, and within a few years they die. Perhaps even with much less life span, they are the unique water animal with amazing abilities and fascinate me a lot.