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Importance of Biodiversity in Chesapeake Bay: Oysters, Sea Squirts, and Blue Crabs

This research highlights the essential role of diverse animal species in Chesapeake Bay's ecosystem, focusing on oysters, sea squirts, and blue crabs. Oysters, known as the Chesapeake's "White Gold," act as natural filters, maintaining water quality and supporting other marine life. Sea squirts serve as vital food sources for numerous creatures, while blue crabs are not only crucial for the Bay's ecology but also contribute significantly to local economies. Understanding these species' roles underscores the importance of biodiversity in maintaining a healthy environment.

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Importance of Biodiversity in Chesapeake Bay: Oysters, Sea Squirts, and Blue Crabs

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  1. Chesapeake Bay Research BY: Katie Hagedorn

  2. Why is it important to have a variety of animals in the Bay? • It is important to have a variety of living things in the Bay. Oysters are important to the Bay because they keep it clean. Sea Squirts are an important food source in the Bay. And Blue Crabs are also an important food source. My research will show that Oysters, Sea Squirts, and Blue Crabs are important to the Bay.

  3. Oysters • Oysters are important the Bay because they keep the Bay clean. Oysters are also called the Chesapeake's White Gold. Their beds / reefs support a large community of sea life. Oysters are filter feeders. Filter feeders are things or organisms that clean the Bay and keep it healthy. Also oysters are a big source of food in the Bay and the Bay area.

  4. Sea Squirts • Sea Squirts are an important part of the Bay because they are a food source. Sea Squirts are potato shaped organisms that are eaten by many creatures in the Bay. There are more than 3000 species of Sea Squirts. They are filter feeders. Filter feeders are creatures that clean the bay. Filter feeders are very important!

  5. Blue Crabs • Blue Crabs are important to the Bay because they are a very important food source. Many humans, animals, and sea creatures love to eat Blue Crabs. They also help companies that sell them. Lastly Blue Crabs are important to the ecological stand point.

  6. Conclusion • In conclusion I learned that Oysters, Sea Squirts, and Blue Crabs are very important to the Bay and the Bay environment. They are all very important food sources for people and other animals.

  7. Bibliography • www.Chesapeakebay.net/discover/bay101 • http://bayville.thinkport.org • http://baytrippers.thinkport.org • www.brianniac.com • http://animals.nationalgeographic.com/animals/invertebrates/oysters/ • http://a-zanimals

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