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Shark Biodiversity Review

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Galemorphs ___ have anal fins.

do

Squalimorphs ___ have anal fins.

do not

What is the maximum depth at which Angel Sharks can be found?

  • 300m
  • 100m
  • 1300m (correct)
  • 2000m

    • Angel Sharks are found primarily in the UK and California.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum number of pups an Angel Shark can have in a litter?

    <p>13</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Angel Sharks are primarily threatened worldwide and have a marine protected area (MPA) in the ________ Islands.

    <p>Canary</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the smallest species of shark in the Family Etmopteridae?

    <p>Dwarf Lantern Shark</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Etmopteridae species are typically found in shallow waters less than 200 meters deep.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the primary food sources for Lantern Sharks?

    <p>Plankton, fish, and cephalopods</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Lantern Sharks are ovoviviparous, meaning they give birth to live young that develop from ________ inside the mother.

    <p>eggs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many genera are there in the Family Somniosisdae?

    <p>6 genera</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Sleeper sharks are adapted to live in shallow waters.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characteristic feature do sleeper sharks have regarding their tails?

    <p>Heterocercal tail</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Sleeper sharks have reduced _____ fins.

    <p>dorsal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following characteristics applies to the Kitefin Sharks?

    <p>They are voracious predators of a wide variety of prey.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Cookie Cutter Shark migrates horizontally in the water column.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one way the underside of the Cookie Cutter Shark is adapted for hunting?

    <p>The underside has photophores.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Kitefin Shark is known to have around _____ young in each litter.

    <p>14</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the Order Angel Sharks belong to?

    <p>Squatiniformes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the Family Lantern Sharks belong to?

    <p>Etmopteridae</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the Family Sleeper Sharks belong to?

    <p>Somniosisdae</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the Family Kitefin Sharks belong to?

    <p>Dalatidae</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the Order Cowsharks belong to?

    <p>Hexanchiformes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about Cowsharks is true?

    <p>Cowsharks can have six or seven gill slits.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Frilled Sharks belong to the Hexanchiforms Order.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many species are classified under the family Hexanchidae?

    <p>4</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Cowsharks exhibit a reduction in the size of the first and second ________ fins.

    <p>dorsal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the Family Frilled Sharks belong to?

    <p>Chlamydoselachia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What Family do Cowsharks belong to?

    <p>Hexanchidae</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following families does NOT belong to the Order Carchariniformes?

    <p>Cetorhinidae</p> Signup and view all the answers

    All Carchariniformes species have 5 gill slits.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many dorsal fins do Carchariniformes typically have?

    <p>2</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The family Sphyrnidae includes the _______ sharks.

    <p>Hammerhead</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following families with their corresponding common names:

    <p>Carcharhinidae = Requiem Sharks Hemigalidae = Weasel Sharks Scyliorhinidae = Catsharks Proscylliidae = Finback Catsharks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which Family do Weasel Sharks belong to?

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    Which Family do Barbeled Houndsharks belong to?

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    Which Family do Houndsharks belong to?

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    Which of the following is NOT a maneater from the Family Carcharinidae?

    <p>Great White Shark</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Family Carcharinidae consists of only freshwater sharks.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many genera are there in the Family Carcharinidae?

    <p>12</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Glyphis River Shark belongs to the Family ______.

    <p>Carcharinidae</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following maneater sharks with their common names:

    <p>Carcharhinus leucas = Bull Shark Carcharhinus longimanus = Oceanic Whitetip Shark Galeocerdo cuvier = Tiger Shark Negaprion brevirostris = Lemon Shark</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which family of sharks is known for their large size and filter-feeding behavior?

    <p>Cetorhinidae</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The mouth of Lamniformes extends behind their eyes.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name one family of sharks included in the Lamniformes order.

    <p>Alopidae, Cetorhinidae, Lamnidae, Megachiasmidae, Mitsukurinidae, Odontaspidae, or Pseudocarcharidae.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The family ______ includes the Sand Tiger Sharks.

    <p>Odontaspidae</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following Lamniformes families with their characteristics:

    <p>Alopidae = Thresher Sharks Cetorhinidae = Basking Sharks Lamnidae = Mackerel Sharks Mitsukurinidae = Goblin Sharks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many species are in the Family Alopiidae?

    <p>3 species</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Thresher Sharks are ovoviviparous and have high fecundity.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of thermoregulation do Thresher Sharks possess?

    <p>Endothermic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary feeding method of Basking Sharks?

    <p>Filter feeding</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Basking Sharks are the largest living fish in the ocean.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How much water can a Basking Shark strain in one hour?

    <p>1.5 million litres</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Basking Shark belongs to the family _____ and migrates across large ocean areas.

    <p>Cetorhinidae</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a species in the Family Lamnidae?

    <p>Hammerhead Shark</p> Signup and view all the answers

    All species in the Family Lamnidae possess prominent teeth.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characteristic shape do Mackerel Sharks, such as those in the Family Lamnidae, typically have?

    <p>Tuna-shaped bodies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The caudal peduncle of Mackerel Sharks features distinct ______.

    <p>keels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Shortfin Makos are ___.

    <p>Global</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Longfin Makos are ___.

    <p>Circumtropical</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which characteristic is NOT associated with Bullhead Sharks?

    <p>Long, narrow snout</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Bullhead Sharks belong to the Order Heterodontiformes.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the genus name that translates to 'different teeth'?

    <p>Heterodontus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Bullhead Sharks have a conspicuous subterminal lobe at the end of their ______ fin.

    <p>caudal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where are spiracles located on a shark's body?

    <p>On the top of the head between the eyes and gill slits</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Spiracles function exclusively as a food passage for sharks.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the spiracle vale?

    <p>To permit opening and closing for ventilation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The spiracle leads to a cavity for ________.

    <p>respiration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following features with their functions related to spiracles:

    <p>Dorsal orifice = Leading to cavity for respiration Spiracle vale = Permitting opening and closing Water breathing passage = Facilitating gas exchange Cavity = Housing respiratory organs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Angel Sharks - Squatiniformes

    • Angel Sharks got 14 species, ol i belong long genus we i kolim Squatina.
    • Ol i stap long shallow water, i no blo long 1300m.
    • Ol i found olgeta round long wol, be mostli long UK mo California.
    • Ol i gat gills long saed blong hem hed.
    • Ol i gat terminal mouth, we i mean mouth i no stap long we yu luk.
    • Ol i lukbig pectoral mo pelvic fins.
    • Ol i gat 2 dorsal fins.
    • Ol i save born up long 13 pups long wan tim.
    • Ol i threatene long olgeta plaes long wol.
    • Ol i gat MPA (Marine Protected Area) long Canary Islands.

    Famili Etmopteridae - Lantern Sharks

    • I stap long Ord'a Squaliformes.
    • Gat 5 genus mo 45 species long famile ya.
    • Ol lanter sharks i no blong 1m long hem.
    • Smolest shark long Gras i olsem 12cm, hem i kol long Dwarf Lantern Shark.
    • Ol photophores i yusum long komuniket mo posibli long predet.
    • I spesel long dip wota, i save laef long 2000m o moa.
    • I kaekae long plankton, fis, mo cephalopods.
    • Ol i ovoviviparous, with smol black buk i baraotem.
    • Black Dogfish Shark i stap long famili ya.

    Famili Somniosisdae - Sleeper Sharks

    • Ndap resi long Oda Squaliformes.
    • I gat 6 genera mo 18 species.
    • Ol species i stap long dip wota we i pas 4000m.
    • I gat long laef taem, ol i long laef.
    • Somniosisdae i bigfala bodi.
    • Tail i heterocercal, we i difren long taem blong hem.
    • Dorsal fin i smol, i no big.
    • Tiwt i redus, upa jaw i spai mo laowa jaw i gat edje we i katem.

    Famili Dalatidae - Kitefin Sharks

    • I stap long Orden Squaliformes.
    • Gat 7 spesies.
    • Shap blong cigar, wan rounded head.
    • Averij long 1.6m long.
    • Short nose.
    • I live long ol deep wota endap long 600m.
    • I fasin blong eata plante difren kaen prey.
    • Aplacental viviparous, i borum long ~14 young.
    • Females gat 2 uteri.
    • I fae blong fishing.
    • I stap long open ocean, long depth kasem 2.3km.
    • I migaot long vertical.
    • Underside blong hem i gat photophores.
    • I save attack plante kaen prey.
    • Kolor band i save yuus long lure.
    • I save damajem submarines.

    Hexanchiforms - Cowsharks

    • Tufala famili: Chlamydoselachia mo Hexanchidae.
    • Chlamydoselachia i gat tu species blong Frilled Sharks.
    • Hexanchidae i gat tri genus mo foa species blong Cowsharks.
    • Cowsharks i gat wan dorsil fin.
    • I gat siks o sevan gill slits.

    Characteristics blong Cowsharks

    • Cowsharks i save gat siks o sevan gill slits.
    • Ol i gat big moa.
    • Tiis blong ol i gat plante cusps.
    • Finst i smol from first mo second dorsil fins.
    • Ol i longliv mo i save laekem plante chren blong pikim pipol.

    Order Carchariniformes

    • Nao 270 spesies blong Carchariniformes.
    • I gat wan nicititating membrane, wea i helpem shark blong hem lukafae.
    • Givim 2 dorsal fins, wea i helpem long movement na stability.
    • I gat 1 anal fin, wea i plante helpem long direction.
    • 5 gill slits, wea i allowem hem blong breathe.

    Families of Carchariniformes

    • Family Carcharhinidae (Requiem Sharks): I hem ol get long requiem sharks, wea i no-tok.
    • Family Hemigalidae (Weasel Sharks): Inkludim ol weasel sharks, blong diverisiti.
    • Family Leptochariidae (Barbled Houndshark): I spesifik blong barbled houndshark, wey i save look ol wetem barbles.
    • Family Proscylliidae (Finback Catsharks): I inchargem finback catsharks, wea i wankaot.
    • Family Pseudotriakidae (False Catsharks): Inkludim ol false catsharks, hem no tru catsharks.
    • Family Scyliorhinidae (Catsharks): I gat plante catsharks, wey i smol na frendli.
    • Family Sphyrnidae (Hammerhead Sharks): Hem i save long hammerhead sharks, mori unique look.
    • Family Triakidae (Houndsharks): Inkludim houndsharks, ol i save long ocean.

    Famili Carcharinidae

    • Hem i kol blong "sharky sharks"
    • Ol shark ya i mi-grate, i movem long difren ples
    • Ol shark ya i lif blong bearim ol pikinini long wat blong hot
    • I gat 12 genera mo 60 species long famili ya
    • Maneaters: Bull Shark, Oceanic Whitetip Shark, Tiger Shark, Lemon Shark, mo Blue Shark
    • Glyphis River Shark i stap long famili ya

    Order Lamniformes

    • Hem blong ol lamniformes i olsem "cheetahs blong sea," wiw inasem fas mo speed.
    • I olsem Carachariniforms, be ol i no gat nicitating membrane.
    • Mout i stret long behain blong eyeglass, olsem i no luk olsem ol narafala.

    Famili blong Lamniformes

    • Family Alopidae: I spesel lo thresher sharks; ol i wan samting save long high speed swim.
    • Family Cetorhinidae: I includem basking sharks; ol i plante mlu long sea, nao i no bad blong eitaem.
    • Family Lamnidae: I profil blong mackerel sharks; ol i kuat mo i save blong kam long ocean long hunt.
    • Family Megachiasmidae: I no forol ia, be i gat megamouth sharks; ol i wan rare type blong shark.
    • Family Mitsukurinidae: Ol i gat goblin sharks; ol i get lo fasin we i long naef mo i talem olsem ol i rare.
    • Family Odontaspidae: I includem sand tiger sharks; ol i strong mo i got long strong dent.
    • Family Pseudocarcharidae: I profil blong crocodile sharks; ol i gat smol stub mo i wan fasin rare.

    Famili Alopiidae - Thresher Sharks

    • I gat wan genus nomo, mo tri species blong thresher sharks.
    • Tri species ia: Pelagic Thresher Shark, Bigeye Thresher Shark, mo Common Thresher Shark.
    • Thresher sharks i endothermic, meaning oli fit fo bulukem temperature blong body blong olgeta.
    • Ol i long lived, oli save stap long laef blong olgeta ivan long taim.
    • Densim fasin blong ol i ovoviviparous, we dem i brokemaem egg insaed long body mo faenem baby shaks wetem slow fecundity.

    Famili Cetorhinidae - Basking Sharks

    • Basking sharks hem i sekond lajes fis blong i stap long wol, afta long Whale Shark.
    • I save mo spekulete ol long olgeta ples, olsem i no olsem stap wan ples nomo.
    • I stap faea long wat, we i bigwan mo i no kat too seim samting ol narafala fis.
    • I filtrumem 1.5 million litas blong wota evri aua, usum mo i pulum ore 5000 gill rakers blong faenim plankton.
    • Populesen blong Basking Sharks long Bay of Fundy i studiem long wets blong Dr. Andrew Westgate.

    Family Lamnidae - Mackerel Sharks

    • Ol i bigwan, fast swimming sharks
    • Ol i stap long ocean wetem plen wolwolo
    • Famili i inklud Great White, tupela Mako Shark species, Salmon, mo Porbeagle Sharks
    • Pointed snouts wetem tuna shaped bodies, big gill openings, prominent teeth, mo big eyes
    • First dorsal fin i big mo angular
    • Ol i gat smol second dorsal fin mo anal fins
    • Caudal peduncle i gat distinct keels
    • Ol i stoky sharks, i weigh 2-3 taem moa samting long ol sharks long narafala famili we i sem length

    Heterodontiformes - Bullhead Sharks

    • I gat wan staut spain long leding ej blong tuf dorsa fin.
    • Anal fin i stap long bodi blong en.
    • I gat wan spesel brow ridge i jo long abov evri aen.
    • Snout i luk olsem pig.
    • Smol maot i fulgele long antest blong aen.
    • Caudal fin i gat wan conspicuous subterminal lobe.
    • I gat 9 spesies blong Bullhead Sharks.
    • Nem blong genus i min "difren taet" (different teeth).

    Spiracles

    • Spiracles i stap long antap blong hed, bitwin ai mo gill slits.
    • I wok olsem wan pas mo we i help long breth long wara.
    • Dorsal orifice i leadem go long wan kaviti we i help long respirasyon.
    • Spiracle vale i alouem mo blokem, i givim ventilasyon.

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    Dis quiz i go kastom long diferens bitwen Galeomorphs mo Squalimorphs. Yu wanem samting long fin we i stap long dem tublae. Yu save plante mo i go faendaot long ol samting we i diferin long dem tu. Klosap lo zoology mo marine biology.

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