Starfish

misinterpreted, then what about our own relationships. This analogy is carried on throughout the poem. Jacobson goes on to compare and contrast this feeling of silence with that of a cat. “When the cat puts it furred illiterate paw on my page and makes a starfish, the space between us drains my morrow like a roofs edge.” Jacobson continues her repetition of illiteracy and the comparison of a being that is incapable of communication. To a human a being that relies on communication for their very…

Shark finning has been a worldwide issue. Approximately 73 million sharks are killed each year solely for their fins. But this number does not include the number of sharks that are killed for reasons other than finning (Raloff). China and Hong Kong are the largest importers for shark fins due to China’s cultural tradition for Shark Fin Soup (“How Many Sharks Are Killed Each Year For Their Fins?”). Shark Fin Soup was introduced into Chinese cuisine during the Sung Dynasty (AD 960–1279) but did…

Objectives of Dingle oceanworld: Dingle oceanworld is a center of research and conservation. The facility was opened in 1996. The mission statement of Dingle oceanworld is ‘To develop Dingle Oceanworld as a National and International Centre of Excellence in the care, conservation and presentation of all forms of marine life for clean seas. We will conduct research which enhances the quality of marine life and educate our visitors to the best of our ability.’(Dingle Oceanworld, n.d.) Why…

The rights stated in the first amendment have always been challenged ever since the U.S. Constitution was established, this is especially true when it comes to the matter of freedom of speech. When it comes to being censored, modes of communication have been challenged with acts that restrict the freedom of speech and freedom of press. Due to restrictions, these modes are unable to successfully utilize their resources to their full capacity. Although we go back and forth with the argument…

Seafood is one of the most nutrient-rich food consumed all over the world, providing a prime source of high quality protein, vitamins, and minerals. However, being water-borne, this makes seafood more likely to be contaminated with pathogens, toxins, and chemical pollutants, which poses a high safety risk with their consumption. According to the 2013 Annual Surveillance Report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) for Foodborne Disease Outbreaks in the United States, fish and…

DIVING LOCATIONS GERMANY The Hemmoor Lake The Hemmoor Kreidesee resulted from nearly 12 decades of chalk coal extraction and cement production. After it was abandoned it eventually filled with groundwater and today the remaining 33 Hector Lake is with its 60m depth the third deepest lake in northern Germany. The following characteristics can be drawn from the dive site: Direction: From shore Depth: The Hemmoor Kreidesee has a depth of 200 feet (61m) Visibility: Visible up to 100 feet Cave:…

When we think of cartoons having a moral behind them, most would not think SpongeBob SquarePants would fall into the category. One of the highest rated series on Nickelodeon by Stephen Hillenburg is SpongeBob SquarePants- a comedy series, which tells the adventures of him and his 6 other friends through the fictional underwater city of Bikini Bottom. SpongeBob is a TV show that teaches everyone a lesson who watches the show because each character represents one of the seven deadly sins.…

offered to me, and I feel like one day soon, I’ll be the star of the show. My last goal is more of a “way of nature” goal. I love the ocean. I love feeling the sun on my skin and swimming in the water; it’s so freeing and calming. I like dolphins, starfish, sand dollars, clams, whales, whale sharks, and just about every other sea creature you can imagine. I believe in mermaids, and I’ll buy things that give me an ocean-y feeling and let my “inner-mermaid” out. I would…

the coral tissues. The last threat is predation. Some of the preys are sea stars, fish, sea worms, snails and crabs. Entire reefs can be destroyed in this type of predation. About 90% of coral were destroyed when a huge outbreak of crown of thorns starfish attacked at the Fagatele Bay National Marine Sanctuary in Florida. Coral reefs could recover from traumas that are caused by weather or other natural causes. If they have numerous traumas, they will eventually…

TITLE W Hotel Bali: A Wonderful Dream Hotel In Seminyak LEAD PARAGRAPH Many people like to stay in Seminyak when traveling in Bali, and they are right, as Seminyak is one of the most vibrant districts in Bali, with many medium and high-end shops, restaurants and accommodations. It is also close to Bali’s most popular beaches, such as Kuta and Seminyak beaches. There are so many options of accommodation to choose in the area, but if you want to stay in a 5-star beachfront hotel, there is no doubt…