Paua Module

1.1 Identify the scientific name of New Zealand sea urchin. *

1.2 Describe the distinguishing features of the New Zealand sea urchin in terms of appearance. *

1.3 Describe the habitat and distribution of the New Zealand sea urchin. *

2.1 Locate and identify the external anatomical features. Range test, spines, tube feet, anus, mouth. *

2.2 Locate and identify the internal anatomical features. Range aristotle lantern, gonad or roe, stomach. *

3.1 Describe the feeding method and food sources of the New Zealand sea urchin. *

3.2 Describe what occurs at each stage of the reproductive cycle of the New Zealand sea urchin. Range gonad development, triggers for spawning, fertilisation. *

3.3 Describe what occurs at each stage of the life cycle of the New Zealand sea urchin. *

4.1 Describe factors that can affect the growth of the New Zealand sea urchin and the impact of each factor. *

5.1 Describe abnormal features and/or behaviours that could indicate a potential New Zealand sea urchin health issue. Range two abnormal features and/or behaviours. *

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