The Seahorse: An Ocean Wonder
Ethan Kaufman
Introduction
Did you know that the scientific name for seahorse is Hippocampus? That’s just one of the many amazing things about the seahorse. This water-dwelling creature has an interesting habitat, a beautiful appearance, and a very peculiar diet. Overall, these beings are just really fantastic animals! Here’s what I mean by that…
Habitat
If you think that your house is stylish, just wait until you find out where the seahorse lives! This horse-like sea creature is found in tropical shallows and temperate waters all around the world. They are also commonly found in coral reefs where there is lots of food and places to hide. What’s truly magnificent is that some seahorses live as north as Cape Cod! On the other hand, the magnificent wonders are not found in any polar waters. Most of the reefs that the plated fish lives in have coral, which allows the seahorse to hide. Seahorse versus human, who has the better habitat now?
Body Structure and Appearance
This animal’s body structure is also pretty sick. The length of an average seahorse is 1.5 inches to 12 inches (3.8 cm to 30 cm). I remember about three years ago that when my dad went to the gym and lost some weight, he would say that he had just lost one seahorse. Seahorses have no scales. However, they do have a bone structure that is made up of little plates and covered by a thin layer of skin. Their most well known feature is probably their long tail and long snout. It’s also true that these majestic swimmers come in many colors. The color depends on what species the miniature critter is. They use their color to their advantage by camouflaging into coral so that the creatures can hide from their predators. These rough animals sure have an unusual appearance!
Diet
The unique being moved about the waters freely. It was in search of its prey. The small fish was in danger of being swallowed by the small beast. The predator got closer and closer. Crunch! The fish had just become lunch. Small fish are one of the things that this snouted animal likes to eat. Others include brine shrimp, plankton, and algae. The pointy menace is an omnivore. That means that it eats both plants and meat. They can relate to some humans because they both eat seafood!
Closing
Now you know many facts about this incredible creature (which also lives an average of four years). This was just five paragraphs. There is much more to learn about the spiky swimmers known as seahorses. Now if you’ll excuse me, I have to read more about them.
Go Fish
I enjoyed the Go Fish project very much because I already have seven fish at my house. I don’t have any decorations in my tank except for a boring old plant and colored lights. It was very cool to buy so many different types of fish and decorations. It was surprisingly easy to do. I had a budget of $250 and I almost passed it. However, with the help of my friend, our total money spent came out to $249.98. All I know is that I won’t be getting more fish anytime soon because we just got two fish last Saturday.
Poem
Why You Shouldn’t Get A Seahorse As A Pet
The dangers of having a pet seahorse is what I’m here to talk about
My brother says you suck, that’s true, you suck food up your snout
Even though you live in water you’re not the coolest type of guy
Take a minute to read this piece of advice where I shall tell you why
So one day I’ll go to the movies but first I’ll ask you wassup
When I’m gone you’ll glare at my brother’s fish and then eat them all up
C’mon, you even swim really weak
Before you know it, you’ll be on a really bad streak
I don’t mean to be rude, but you’re really irritating
Now your four years of life are done, c’mon, I’m still waiting
Comic Strip
Quizzle
Quizzle Answers
Seahorse Quizzle Answer Key
Question 1: Where Are Most Seahorses Found?
Answer 1: A~ Coral Reefs
Question 2: Which Of The Following Does A Seahorse NOT Eat?
Answer 2: C~ Large Fish
Question 3: How Fast Is A Seahorse?
Answer 3: D~ Really Slow
Question 4: What Is The Scientific Name For The Seahorse?
Answer 4: A~ Hippocampus
Question 5: What Two Lines Of Gibberish Can The Word “Seahorse” Be Found In?
Answer 5: D~ 2 And 6
Question 6: Which Of The Following Is An Enemy Of Seahorses?
Answer 6: A~ RaysDiorama
2: Seaweed
3: Sea Sponge
4: Plate Coral
5: Blue Tang
6: Jellyfish (Sea Jelly)
7: Octopus
8: Mako Shark