Creatures of Bermuda

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The Spotted Eagle Ray is a member of the ray family!  It is identified by its distinctive white spots and unique duck-like snout.

The Eagle Ray is found in tropical waters including those around the island of Bermuda.  When you use our NORTH AMERICA map, be sure to have your students label this island.  (For more about NORTH AMERICA– see our FREE digital “Map Challenge” about the continent!)

The tail of this ray can be up to 20 feet long, with venomous spines!  This tail can be used as a weapon against predators.

One thing that makes this sea creature unique is that it can leap out of the water.  There have been occasions where the Spotted Eagle Ray has accidentally landed on a boat!

OTHER BERMUDIAN CREATURES!

The Islands of Bermuda is the official name of this British Territory that is in the Atlantic Ocean, and considered part of the continent of NORTH AMERICA.  Bermuda is off the coast of the United Stated, about 640 miles away from Cape Hatteras in North Carolina. 

In addition to the Spotted Eagle Ray, Bermuda is home to many other interesting creatures on land and water.  The diamondback Terrapin is a longstanding member of the flora and fauna of this island.  It is said to pre-date the arrival of humans to Bermuda and the others that make up its archipelago.

The Bermuda rock skink is a kind of lizard that is wild only on the island of Bermuda.  It likes to live among the rocks along the coast where it can feed on crustaceans and small insects.

Photo credit: Brian Gratwicke

MORE ABOUT BERMUDA!

Have your students learn more about this island, its history and lifeforms, in our  CartoCraze! Expanded Map Workshops.

And learn more about this product that features RIVERS, MOUNTAINS, DESERTS and ….  more ISLANDS!