Colorful Coral
By: Eva Lanius
Introduction
habitat
appetite
It's hard to believe but, this colorful creatures favorite food is plankton. Not only that but, when coral catches fish, plankton etc., they use little cells on their tentacles. Plus, it obtains most of its nutrients from algae. Also, shrimp is another food they eat along with Zooplankton and tiny floating animals.
body structure
The average size for coral is l cm-3 cm (0.4in--11.8in). This colorful animal not only provides excellent places for marine animals, they can hide from predators, it can also be a home to some like the clownfish. Besides that, it is also acts as a meeting and breeding ground for thousands of species of animals, most particularly fish.
Closing
Can you imagine a whole underwater world gest for marine animals. When I grow up, I hope to go see the Great Barrier Reef. I can only do that if you help save the reef. It can go so fast. It is so important to the marine world,o help save the Reef. One small change can make a big difference.
Go Fish
In this unit we got a fake budget of $250, to spend on a fake fish tank. We had to get everything that we would normally need for a fish tank. My theme was going to be a scary theme. I chose many betta fish that were not as colorful that would fit in my tank. I bought a sunken ship, a rock cave, black and white plants, and some red sea grass. I spent approximately $225 and had 16 inches of fish, which fit in my 20 gallon tank.