Question

● Collect information about Amazon river dolphins and fill in the Fact File. Present Amazon river dolphins to the class. Evaluate each other's presentation. Fact File ● appearance: . • habitat: communication: • diet: • threats: 29
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Answer 1

Fact File: Amazon River Dolphins

Appearance:

- Also known as boto or pink river dolphin

- Adult males can grow up to 8 feet in length and weigh up to 400 pounds

- Have a long, narrow beak-like snout

- A unique feature is their pinkish coloration which is due to their thin skin

Habitat:

- Found in freshwater rivers of South America, particularly in the Amazon basin

- They prefer areas with flooded forests, channels, and lagoons

- They are only found in freshwater, unlike other dolphins

Communication:

- They use a wide range of vocalizations to communicate with each other, including whistles and clicks

- They also use body language, such as leaping and tail slaps, to communicate with other dolphins

Diet:

- They are carnivorous and primarily feed on fish, but also eat crabs and turtles

- They use echolocation to find prey in the murky waters of the Amazon

Threats:

- They are classified as a vulnerable species due to habitat loss, pollution, and hunting by humans

- They are also at risk from accidental entanglement in fishing nets and dams that disrupt their migratory patterns

Presentation Evaluation:

- Clear and informative presentation with relevant facts and details about Amazon river dolphins

- Engaging presentation style and effective use of visuals to support the information presented

- Demonstrated good knowledge of the topic and showed enthusiasm for the subject matter

- Provided opportunities for questions and discussion, and responded well to feedback and evaluation