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What is the economic importance of Cnidarians?

All species of coral are also Cnidarians. They provide an important habitat for a huge number of commercially fished species, including crustaceans and other invertebrates, fish, algae, seaweed and more. These coral reefs also have a huge economic impact due to tourism as well, as people flock to the reefs for snorkeling, diving and other activities. There is also a large worldwide trade in coral for aquariums and jewelry, but much of this has resulted in the destruction of many of these resources.\nMany Cnidarians are also an important part of the food chain for larger, commercially fished an..

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Is turkey meat bad for dogs?

Turkey skin can cause pancreatitis in dogs of any age. The high fat content can overwhelm the pancreas and cause vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy and sometimes death. Cooked turkey bones can flake apart and become lodged in a dog's throat. This may cause choking or internal bleeding. Turkey meat can cause salmonella if left out too long, so owners should only give pets small amounts of freshly-cooked meat.

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What is the average weight of a seal?

Males often have the most variable weights and lengths, also tending to weigh more than females. Seals gain their weight and grow from a developmental standpoint by eating a diet composed of mainly fish and squid. They live anywhere from 9 to 25 years in the wild, depending on the species.

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What are some popular family dogs?

The Golden Retriever is a highly intelligent and loyal breed of dog. As its name implies, this breed was bred for retrieving waterfowl. The softness of a Golden Retriever's bite ensured the ducks and geese it brought back from the water remained undamaged. This breed comes in three types: American, British and Canadian. The Golden Retriever is the third most popular breed of dog in the United States.\nThe English Bulldog was once used to bait bulls in England, but is now bred to be an affectionate, calm and loyal pet. It is the fifth most popular dog in the United States. The dog is famou..

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What sound does an elephant make?

Defenders of Wildlife says that this rumble travels quickly over the ground and that the elephants receive the messages through their feet and trunks. Social groups and potential mates communicate in this manner.\nAnimal Fact Guide notes that elephants also have good auditory localization skills that allow them to judge the distance between themselves and other elephants by listening to the pitch of the calls. Communication is vital to elephants because their survival depends on their social groups.

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What are some ways to control indoor gnats?

Placing a half-inch layer of sand over moist soil tricks the gnats into thinking the soil is dry because the water drains past the depth at which the adults lay their eggs. A vinegar trap consists of filling half a baby food jar with apple cider vinegar and a couple of drops of dish soap, then adding the lid and making holes big enough for the gnats to enter. Placing 1-inch by 1-inch by 1/4-inch pieces of potato slices on the surface attracts the gnat larvae. Repeatedly replacing the potato slices each day eliminates the gnat population. A sticky trap is a bright yellow card stock with Vaselin..

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What are the appendages on the abdomen of a crayfish?

The swimmerets help to maintain water currents over the gills and in reproduction. In the males, the first pair is large, hard and used in sperm transfer. This is used in the determination of sex of the crayfish as all the swimmerets of the female are soft in order to carry the fertilized egg. The paddle-shaped uropod allows the crayfish to move backward when the crayfish is in danger.

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Can the Ritteri anemone live in a saltwater aquarium?

The scientific name for Ritteri anemone is Heteractis magnifica, but it is also commonly known as the magnificent sea anemone. This species grows over 3 feet in the wild, but typically, it only grows to 1.5 feet in an aquarium. In the wild, the Ritteri anemone has a symbiotic relationship with clownfish. It was featured in the 2003 Pixar animated film "Finding Nemo."

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Who would win if a Rottweiler fought a pit bull?

An average male pit bull ranges between 40 to 90 lbs depending on the particular lineage of the breed. The weight standard for a male Rottweiler is 95 to 130 lbs. Rottweilers are working dogs and benefit from high-energy, high-endurance jobs like field, farm or guarding work. Pit bulls were bred from Staffordshire Bull Terriers for the original purpose of dog fighting and bull baiting.\nBoth breeds are considered "dangerous breeds" and are banned in certain cities and apartments because of their high bite records, but the number of recorded pit bull attacks on humans greatly exceeds that of th..

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What do crows eat?

Although crows have a reputation for being carrion-eaters, they aren't specialized scavengers, and decomposing meat forms only a small portion of their diet. Seeds, nuts and fruit are an important food source, and crows often flock in large groups to nearby orchards, grain or corn fields to feed. In spite of this, they can benefit farmers by eating a large quantity of the insects that damage crops, such as locusts, beetles and their larvae.\nCrows are known to hunt larger prey as well, including mice, small reptiles and frogs. They've even been observed catching live fish. Hungry cro..

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