Apex predator

Context and importance of the issue The oceans are changing with our constant interactions through fishing, pollution, and general use. With these disturbances sea temperature, organic matter, and nutrients are all increasing and altering each ecosystem (McClanahan et al 2002). Coral reefs are one of the main ecosystems of concern due to their ecological and economical importance. Coral reefs are undergoing "phase shifts to alternate, degraded assemblages" (Hughes et al 2007). It is suggested…

Devin Green Mrs.Rider English 102-102 October 24, 2015 The Life of Pi, The Better Story Some people are followers of religion, finding comfort in their religion, using it as a guide through the hardships of life. Some people rely on knowledge and past experiences to overcome adversities. Most people would either lose faith or their belief would become stronger when faced with an extreme life or death situation. When a person is in a seemingly hopeless situation will the will to survive…

Not only are we hunting down these magnificent creatures for fin soup, but we are also condemning ourselves in the process. Sharks are a vital part to the ecosystem, they are apex predators and play a major role as ecological stabilizers in our ocean. In the article “Shark Finning: Sharks Turned Prey” it states that, “When shark populations decrease, a ripple effect can spread throughout the whole ecosystem. For instance, the loss…

Bloody sharks, http://www.care2.com/causes/will-the-silky-shark-in-central-america-be-saved-from-extinction.html red stained water and piles of fins. http://www.care2.com/causes/why-is-ups-still-shipping-shark-fins-despite-public-outcry.html It feels like the Taiji dolphin slaughter http://www.care2.com/causes/stand-against-taijis-dolphin-slaughter-and-cetacean-captivity-this-weekend.html all over again, but now the victims are sharks. Horrific images circulating around the web showing…

Zaroff are both highly intelligent individuals, being able to keep up with one another. Zaroff has the ability to manipulate the playing field, favorably Rainsford has the wit to adapt to particular environment (allowing the once prey to become the predator). When interacting with Zaroff, Rainsford had compassion shoved down his throat making…

million years. The first human-like animal, in fact, did not appear on Earth until 4.5 million years. By surviving five mass extinctions, these fish have adapted to many changes (Shark Savers). With the existence of more than 450 species, these apex predators can reside at different latitudes, depths, and salinity levels. Most inhabit in tropical and temperate oceanic waters, where some have the adaptability to enter cold areas and bodies of fresh water (Sharks-World). Something is missing right…

bit by a shark. Sharks are interesting creatures and are being tagged to protect them. Mako sharks are a very interesting species of shark. In the meantime, Makos eat lots of meat such as birds to fish. They swallow their prey whole and are known as apex hunters. Also they live in both warm and cold water they also like to surface on top in open ocean. Makos like to leap out of the water into the air. They are are the fastest sharks in the world. Specifically makos are dark blue on top and a…

Wolves are territorial predators which tend to operate in packs and limit other predators, such as coyotes and cougars. I believe the wolves would create a more balanced ecosystem and help with biodiversity. “Except for coyotes and cougars, most meat eaters actually benefit from having wolves around. Wolf…

threatening the Australian ecosystem’s ecological balance. A major contributor to these pressures is the introduction of mesopredators such as foxes and feral cats. These species have been able to strive in the Victorian region as Australia’s native apex predators such as the dingo, have been removed or culled from the area (Milman, 2015). Therefore, with no threat of predation, no fatal disease threats and an extreme reproductive rate, these species have been able to over populate regions all…

pattern of an organism's spacing in an area is called dispersion. Like range, patterns of dispersion can be greatly varied. Local dispersion and temporary range can be affected by a number of biotic and abiotic factors, including but not limited to: predator population, human influence, amount of sunlight,…