Seagrass Ecosystem and Oysters

Simon, a juvenile salmon, lives in Puget Sound and enjoys the seagrass habitat. He shares a joke with oysters, but later discovers the seagrass is sick due to microbes. Simon seeks help from the oysters, who filter the water and save the seagrass. The story highlights the impact of climate change on marine life.

What is Simon's home in Puget Sound?

• A coral reef

• A seagrass bed

• A sandy beach

• A rocky cave

What kind of food does Simon find in the seagrass?

• Algae and plankton

• Worms, crabs, and shrimp

• Fish and seaweed

• Insects and plants

Why did Simon say oysters don't donate to charity?

• Because they are too busy

• Because they are shellfish

• Because they are too shy

• Because they are too small

What did the oysters joke about?

• The fish being too fast

• The water being too salty

• The crabs being too noisy

• The seagrass getting spots

What did Simon notice about the seagrass?

• It was disappearing

• It was changing color

• It was getting spots

• It was growing taller

Who did Simon ask for help with the seagrass problem?

• The crabs

• The shrimp

• The oysters

• The worms

How did the oysters help solve the seagrass problem?

• By moving to a new location

• By filtering the water

• By eating the seagrass

• By calling other sea creatures

What environmental factor is mentioned as affecting the seagrass?

• Lack of sunlight

• Warm water temperatures

• Overfishing

• Pollution

What role do scientists believe oysters might play in the ecosystem?

• Reducing disease spread

• Increasing fish population

• Providing food for larger animals

• Cleaning the ocean floor

What is a potential future concern for Simon and his friends?

• Increased fishing activities

• Rising sea levels

• Climate change effects

• New predators in the area