Question
Olive ridley sea turtles, flatback sea turtles, and sea snakes are all restricted to the Indian and Pacific Oceans. Why haven't they expanded their distribution to the Atlantic Ocean?
1)the water in the Atlantic is too salty for them to survive
2)There are too many predators in the Atlantic
3)The oceans are not connected
4)The water below Africa and South America is too cold for them to travel through.
5)Not enough food sources in the Atlantic.
1)the water in the Atlantic is too salty for them to survive
2)There are too many predators in the Atlantic
3)The oceans are not connected
4)The water below Africa and South America is too cold for them to travel through.
5)Not enough food sources in the Atlantic.
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The most appropriate reason for why Olive ridley sea turtles, flatback sea turtles, and sea snakes have not expanded their distribution to the Atlantic Ocean is:
**4) The water below Africa and South America is too cold for them to travel through.**
It is important to note that while ocean currents connect the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, certain species are adapted to the specific temperature and environmental conditions of their native habitats. Cold water can indeed be a barrier for species that prefer warmer waters, which is a common characteristic of the species mentioned. The other options provided do not adequately explain the distribution limitations of these marine species.
**4) The water below Africa and South America is too cold for them to travel through.**
It is important to note that while ocean currents connect the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, certain species are adapted to the specific temperature and environmental conditions of their native habitats. Cold water can indeed be a barrier for species that prefer warmer waters, which is a common characteristic of the species mentioned. The other options provided do not adequately explain the distribution limitations of these marine species.