Killer Whales in Captivity: Entertainment or Torture? The death of the SeaWorld Orlando’s trainer Dawn Brancheau, in 2010, by one of their performing orcas (named Tilikum) and the subsequent release, in 2013, of the documentary Blackfish, have raised a major controversy not only among animal advocates such as PETA (People of Ethical Treatment of Animals) but also the regular marine park attendees. If the incidents presented in marine parks around the world, over the course of several the years, were not been hidden or ignored, this horrifying accident could have been prevented. The fact that some incidents were kept a secret from the public and new trainers, worsen the situation. After so many years and incidents, the captivity of killer whales or orcas (Orcinus orca) merely for entertainment purposes should be prohibited.
The offspring’s from minnows have different combinations of genes that present a challenge for the black spot 8. Why did the sexually-reproducing fish suddenly become more susceptible to disease following the severe drought? The population became severely reduced that the fish turned to inbreeding which made them more clone like 9. What experiment did Robert Vrijenhoek conduct that reversed this trend? Robert added more fish to the pool to increase their genetic diversity Origin of Sexual Reproduction 10.
These fish pose a significant threat to the great lakes due to their large size and feeding habits. The bighead carp consume vast amounts of food and quickly dominate a water body. The Asian Carp were imported around the nineteen seventies and were used for aquaculture operations. Although some believe that the Asian Carp should be kept alive because they are rich in omega-3s and are now being served in restaurants, Asian carp should be removed or eliminated completely from the great lakes because they will decimate the billion dollar fishing industry in the Great Lakes, and permanently damage the ecosystem. Some believe that the Asian Carp should be kept alive because of their nutritional value and their recent emergence in restaurants.
Surfside Leisurescapes This report is consistent with our signed Academic Integrity Form on file with the instructor Trevor Burns, Amir Kalantar, Colin Brown, Nav Thandi, Adam Jackson Team #1 October 28, 2013 Critical Issues The three primary critical issues that are affecting Surfside Leisurescapes with the greatest impact are: * No structural marketing plan has led competitors to take increasing market share, deterring Surfside’s customer base. * 78% of Hot tub sales occur in 6 months due to season trends, this is decreasing employee morale in slack months * Lack of full product base disregarded large hydrotherapy segment causing customers to shop at nearby competition Surfside Leisurescapes must implement an effective marketing strategy in order to combat against increasing competition and to gain majority market share within an underutilized segment. Their inexperience from the past years of operations has caused the company to be unprepared for new entrants into the market place. The seasonality trends of Hot Tubs has caused the staff of Surfside to have low morale as their job security is low, this could be a deterrent for sales and the staff not exceeding expectations of a push strategy. Analysis Marketing Plan Surfside Leisurescapes has steadily been losing their market share, as they were an established company in a untapped market it lead to new competitors easily entering the market as seen in Exhibit 1.
The poaching over the years has greatly affects the yield of aquatic animals that the hatcheries have been receiving. This problem could lead to hardships in the economic markets “increasing competition for the legitimate industry” which will lead to drastic price changes. In which causes more problems for the people in Africa whom some already have problems in money management. The low yield comes to another negative consequence in which how long hatchery will be open for. But the hatcheries around Africa are too important to close down.
n light of the recent outbreaks of salmonella in the US, it is worth reviewing Food, Inc., the recent film exposé of the food industry. The documentary, directed by Robert Kenner, was first released to theaters in the US in 2009, and on DVD in 2010. Despite a failure to draw any sharp political conclusions, the film is a damning indictment of the inability of the profit system to provide safe and healthy food for the vast majority of the populace. Whatever you may think of the corporate food industry, Food, Inc., will show you, disturbingly, that the situation is worse than you think. Produced and directed by television documentary filmmaker Kenner (PBS series, The American Experience, Two Days in October), it draws heavily on input by co-producer
According to a biologist Hawaii survey done by Bishop Museum around 60% species are already endangered. Some actions were taken, the government has introduced management policies and new laws regarding this issue, but they are ineffective because they lack the manpower and capital. The enlargement of the tourism industry and development of Hawaii is making local people to struggle in trying to save their native culture. Many culturally important sights were changed with major resorts. For example the Keonaloa case, to build this resort 22 acres of the burial ground was sacrificed, for a construction of a hotel, tennis courts and etc.
Ashley Baxter Professor D. Nugent- Odasso Speech 1 July 8, 2012 Dopey Fish Purpose Statement: To educate my audience about the impact that the manufacturing and distribution of waste pharmaceuticals has on our water supply. Thesis Statement: - Chemicals used in the pharmaceutical prescriptions are destroying our most precious natural resource; water. Introduction I. Story – The other day I went to get some sushi. I ordered some Tuna and the sushi chef asked me if I wanted extra Prozac with that.
• Some people at the firm are reluctant to take risks because they’ve been a very profitable company for many years. • Some people at the firm believe that the Quartz might cannibalize their existing core product the Aquavalve. • In order the sell the Quartz the sales reps sometimes have to point out deficiencies in their core products. Opportunities (External) • Breakthrough innovations are rare in the shower market and demand for a shower that addresses all the major problems of the day in one unit seems to be high. • Many existing showers wear out and need to be replaced.
ABSTRACT Coral reefs ecosystems have drastically changed over the past 40 years. The main reasons for the decline of coral reefs is due to weather and temperature changes, too much pollution, boats, and overfishing. As a result, coral reefs are considered an endangered species. Over 50% of the people in the Florida Keys rely on the coral reefs in one way or another. Many don’t realize that they provide humans with a source of income and more importantly, life for a wide diversity of marine animals.