Marine Biology Discoveries and Impacts

Cindy Manning, an expedition leader, shares her experience of a rare sunfish sighting in the Galapagos Islands. The event was significant due to the unique anatomy of the fish and its rarity in the Eastern Pacific. This sighting may indicate environmental changes, such as ocean impacts and jellyfish blooms. Cindy reflects on the excitement and personal significance of witnessing a new species in the region.

Who is Cindy Manning?

• A ship captain

• An expedition leader

• A marine biologist

• A wildlife photographer

Where was the ship anchored during the expedition?

• Garder Bay

• Isabela Island

• Santa Cruz Island

• Darwin Island

What was distinct about the sunfish observed in the Galapagos?

• It had a pointed tail

• It was smaller than usual

• It had a long tail

• It had bright spots

What is the genus of the sunfish sighted in the Galapagos?

• Mola

• Murus

• Manta

• Megalodon

How rare is the sighting of the genus Murus in the Eastern Pacific?

• Sighted annually

• Commonly sighted

• Second or third sighting

• First sighting ever

What might the appearance of a new species in a region indicate?

• Changing environment

• Stable environment

• Increased fishing activity

• Decreasing pollution

What is the primary diet of the sunfish observed?

• Plankton

• Small fish

• Jellyfish

• Seaweed

What environmental issue is linked to the increase in jellyfish blooms?

• Deforestation

• Overfishing

• Air pollution

• Global warming

How long had Cindy Manning waited for such a discovery?

• 30 years

• 15 years

• 10 years

• 23 years

What emotion did Cindy Manning express about the discovery?

• Disappointment

• Excitement

• Indifference

• Confusion