Naturalist

 

http://www.horseshoecrab.org/nh/spawn.html

http://beach-net.com/horseshoe/Bayhorsecrab.html

http://ln.infoplease.com/ce6/sci/A0824239.html

http://www.chesapeakebay.net//info/horseshoe_crab.cfm

Questions:

  1. What is the scientific classification of the American Horseshoe crab?

    2. Include genus and species.

    To what other animal are they closely related?

  2. Describe the anatomy and explain the functions of the various parts.

    3. Include a labeled diagram on at least a 12’’ x 18" piece of paper.

    It may not be xeroxed or computer generated.

  3. Explain the spawning process of the horseshoe crab.

    4. Be sure to include information such as:

    Migration schedule

    Spawning season

    Where the female lays the eggs

    Number of eggs that are laid

    Fertilization process

  4. Discuss the developmental process of the horseshoe crab from the time the eggs are laid until maturity.

Compare the sizes of the adult male and female.

Indicate the habitats.

Identify food sources.

 

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