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What kind of plants live in the ocean?

Although similar in name, seagrasses are different than seaweed, and they are flowers that grow entirely submerged in the ocean. Kelp is a form of brown algae and can be found in cold temperate waters. Phytoplankton are a single-celled species of microalgae that can be found across the globe and serve as a primary food source for many forms of marine life.

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Can I keep a meerkat as a pet?

In addition, meerkats emit an unpleasant, musky, ferret-like smell, and their elimination wastes are much worse and are nearly intolerable within a house. Outdoor caging may control the smell, but it does not afford a meerkat the company he enjoys in the wild. On average, a clan of meerkats averages 20 members. Meerkats, indigenous to the Kalahari Desert, are members of the mongoose family. Meerkats are available for sale by private breeders in the United Kingdom.

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What do you call a pointer labrador mix?

Breeders create designer dogs by crossing purebred parents of two different breeds in hopes of producing puppies with the most desirable traits of both breeds. Designer dogs of the same type can be bred to each other or back to either of the parent types as a breeder continues selecting for desired traits. Mixed breeds have a more random genetic background and only DNA testing can confirm that a mixed breed shares common ancestry with any given pure breed.

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Is there an online fish photo gallery with labels?

Websites for local DNR offices in the area of interest often offer images and charts of local aquatic wildlife. Some public aquariums have online identification galleries for the aquatic life housed in their facilities, and there are countless aquarium hobbyist websites that offer galleries, including Aquahobby.com and Fishchannel.com. There are also a few identification guides for scuba divers, which primarily feature saltwater reef fish and crustaceans.

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What is the habitat of a goldfish?

Goldfish are the descendants of domesticated carp from ancient China. Genetic mutations and selective breeding are responsible for the striking colors of goldfish, which originally featured shades of gray, silver and olive. Wild goldfish subsist on a diet of crustaceans, insects and plants. Intelligent creatures, goldfish can differentiate between individual humans and are able to be trained through positive reinforcement.

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What color eyes do tigers have?

A tiger's light-colored eyes help it to see at night. A tiger can see roughly six times better at night than a human can. They have round pupils to help them see better during the morning and evening hours, when they do the majority of their hunting.\nWhite tigers have blue eyes because of the gene for blue eyes linked to the gene causing their white fur. Despite having blue eyes, a white tiger has the same exceptional night vision as a regular tiger.\nTigers are almost entirely blind for the first week of their lives. Because of this, almost half do not survive into adulthood.

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How do you build an aquarium?

Determine the size of the tankMeasure the area where you intend to place the tank. Calculate the length and height of each panel of the tank, and then determine the thickness of the glass you plan to cut. Choose sheet glass at least 1/4 inch thick.Cut the glassCut five pieces of glass matching the dimensions of the tank, and grind down the edges of the glass to avoid injury.Clean the edges with acetoneWipe the edges of the glass with acetone to remove debris.Use adhesive bonding on the edgesApply a silicone adhesive to the edges of the glass. Consider using aquarium silicone sealant, since it ..

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Are there different breeds of pit bulls?

Since "pit bull" is a colloquial term, there is no official definition for it. However, most dogs described as pit bulls are medium-sized, muscular animals. They tend to have a broad chest and powerful hindquarters, with long, thin tails. Their heads are large and broad, and their ears are somewhat short and floppy. They tend to be friendly, outgoing dogs that are eager to please their owners, but they often have high energy levels and may have high prey drives. Due to their historical use in dog fighting, some pit bulls have a naturally high level of aggression toward other dogs.\nAs of 2015,..

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How much do cheetahs eat a day?

As the fastest land animal, the cheetah has many characteristics that allow it to hunt successfully. A cheetah's body is built for short bursts of speed, and its feet, tail and bones help it reach its maximum speed of 70 miles per hour. Cheetahs have strong spines that give them the ability to leap and attack prey, and they also have binocular vision, allowing them to rely on their eyesight rather than their sense of smell while hunting.

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Why does a tortoise refuse to eat?

Many tortoises suffer from post-hibernation anorexia. Post-hibernation anorexia is due to frost damage or insufficient weight when coming out of hibernation. Tortoises who are underweight require hydration. An owner should not force feed a tortoise, because it can result in death. Since tortoises have delicate renal systems, an owner needs to wait until the tortoise is rehydrated and urinating normally before he recommences feeding.\nOnce a tortoise starts eating again, a diet appropriate to its species is important. Cat or dog food causes potentially lethal changes in the blood urea levels of..

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