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Coral Reefs in HawaiiMelissa NakamuraETEC 750BFebruary 25, 2012

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The Hawaiian Monk SealHawaiiYesYes, although their population continue to decline.Click on the question to learn more about this animal.What animal is this?Where does this animal live?Is this animal native to Hawaii?Is this animal federally protected?Information about2Non-native species are species that live outside of its native geographical region. Introduced by humans, they are either intentionally or accidentally introduced to a region. The effects have shown both beneficial and harmful to the geographical region. Which of the following species are native to Hawaii?

The bullethead parrotfish is native to Hawaii but can also be found in the Indian Ocean, Pacific Ocean and Red Sea. They are easily spotted by their bullet like head and sharp teeth.

Taape is a non-native species to Hawaii. It was introduced to Hawaii in the 1950s in hope to be a popular game fish. The taape never established as a game fish but have established itself in Hawaii.Bullethead ParrotfishBlue Line SnapperClick here for guidanceKind of example3MutualismCommensalParasitic

Correct! Both the turtle and cleaner wrasse benefits from this relationshipNo, this is when one species benefit while the other is not harmedNo, this is when one species harms another

Click on the box next to the correct symbiotic relationship shown in the video. Information about4Which of the following industry is NOT affected by the existence of coral reefs?Click on the for feedback response.Real Estate IndustryFishing industryShipping industryMarine recreational industry

Click on the correct response to the question below.5