Amazon River Giant! an Introduction to the Arapaima Fish

This one-time class explores the life cycle and habitat of the arapaima gigas, the giant freshwater fish of the Amazon River. Learners will be introduced to one of the largest fish in the world and learn about how it lives in the largest river in the world. Learners will hear about how big the fish can grow and and distance the fish can swim. The class will explore the natural habitat of the arapaima and predict what might happen to the fish in the future. Learners will see maps and pictures of the Amazon River and have fun learning about this giant of a fish.