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INTRODUCTION TO ROCKY SHORE SPECIES INDENTIFICATION

Level: Entry Level

In successfully completing this unit, the learner will haveEvidence needed

acquired an understanding of

1. at least two factors that affect the distribution of species on a rocky shore

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2. at least five of the main animal groups found on a rocky shore, eg cnidaria, molluscs, crustaceans, echinoderms and vertebrates

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3. the three seawood groups found on a rocky shore

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demonstrated the ability to

4. distinguish between a snakelocks and a beadlet sea anemone

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5. distinguish between a common blenny and a rock goby

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6. distinguish between a dogwelk and a common periwinkle

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7. distinguish between three different species of crab

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8. use a seashore identification key to verify correct identification

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9. determine the time of low tide on a particular beach on a certain date

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experienced

10. identifying at least three species of seaweed in the wild

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11. identifying at least three species of rocky shore animal in the wild.

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Approved 26 May 2016

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