Disappearing Red Shrimp

The video explores the Opae Ula shrimp, highlighting their role as pets and their cultural significance in Hawaiian folklore. It discusses scientific research led by Scott Santos at Auburn University, focusing on how these shrimp thrive in harsh, alkaline environments. The video also addresses the environmental threats to their habitats due to uncontrolled shoreline development in Hawaii. The urgency of studying these organisms before they vanish is emphasized, as they may hold potential benefits for human welfare.

What makes Opae Ula shrimp unique as pets?

• They require frequent feeding.

• They need constant water changes.

• They are very expensive to maintain.

• They can live without food and water changes.

According to Hawaiian folklore, what event led to the appearance of the Opae Ula shrimp?

• A great storm.

• A volcanic eruption.

• A festival celebration.

• A jealous prince's actions.

What is the primary focus of Scott Santos and his team's research on Opae Ula shrimp?

• Their color variations.

• Their breeding habits.

• Their diet and grazing patterns.

• Their migration patterns.

Why are the habitats of Opae Ula shrimp considered unique?

• They are located in urban areas.

• They are alkaline environments near shorelines.

• They are found only in freshwater lakes.

• They are high-altitude regions.

What is a major threat to the Opae Ula shrimp's habitat?

• Invasive species.

• Pollution from factories.

• Shoreline development.

• Overfishing.