How have Australian coastal habitats changed for animals over time?
Tama the Green Sea Turtle
Tama is growing up along the coastal waters of Australia. She lives in an ocean environment where she must swim long distances to find food and shelter.
Over time, the places where Tama lives have begun to change. How might demonstrate these changes have affected Tama’s habitat?
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Snapshot profile:
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Name: Tama
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Where she lives: Australian coastal waters
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Habitat: Oceans, reefs and seagrass beds
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Food: Seagrass and algae
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Movement: Swims long distances to find food
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Environmental change: Pollution and coastal development
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Why this matters: Tama’s experiences help us understand how ocean habitats have changed over time
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