School
School groups will enjoy a presentation about sea turtle conservation, their life cycles, and the five species of sea turtle that live in the Gulf of Mexico. This presentation is also available in Spanish. Groups will then head over to the ICU and rehabilitation center to view the sea turtles. An outreach program is available for schools unable to visit; it consists of a presentation, crafts, and other activities.
supports classroom learning in:
Science
topics covered:
adaptations, biology, conservation, marine life
contact info
Phone: 956-761-4511
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ABOUT
Sea Turtle, Inc.
Sea Turtle Inc. houses sea turtles on site, which include loggerheads and Atlantic Greens. Educational presentations are offered both onsite and as outreach.
contact info
Hrs: Tues.-Sun. 10AM-4PM.
HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)
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Aquarium Lesson Plan
FUN FACTS
• Did you know a sea cucumber can shoot its intestines at predators, and then regrow them, in order to avoid being eaten?
• An electric eel can produce 500 watts of electricity (that’s enough to light up 10 light bulbs) to frighten away predators.
• Dolphins sleep with one half of the brain and one eye open to watch for danger.
• No matter how many pieces you cut a sea sponge into each piece will continue living and growing.
• Ocean life can do amazing things to survive. As you visit an aquarium with your students, note the different ways animals defend themselves. Just like a squid, people wouldn’t bother you either if you squirted black ink in their face!
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