National Parks/ Sanctuaries
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Common Names
cockfish, american elephantfish
Regions
ArgentinaChileBrazil
Population
Unknown
Habitat
Coastal waters with sandy or muddy bottoms.
Weight(in lbs) and Life Span
10, and 20
Regions
Argentina, Chile, Brazil, Ecuador, Uruguay, Peru, Australia, New Zealand
Activity Instructions
- Draw the Animal: Use the next page to draw a picture of the animal. Use your imagination and make it colorful!
- Write an Essay: Write a short essay about the conservation efforts to save this animal. Here are some questions to guide you:
- Why is this species important in its ecosystem?
- What are the threats it faces, and how can we help?
- What do you find most interesting about this species?
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