DIY Cards

FOXO3a

Jacob Fisher

Chromosomal Location – Chromosome 6.

Number of Amino Acids – 103

Interesting Fact – FOXO3a is a protein found in every human, but its full function is unknown.  Research has discovered that it may be a strong anti-aging gene.


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FOXO3a is a protein found in every human, but full function is unknown. Research has discovered that it may even be the reason that humans age. If so, this little protein could be the cause of 66% of all deaths. read more

Cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus)

Sameena Danzinger

Phenotype: Spotted orange & tan color. Length 170-234cm. Weight 21-72kg. 

Range:  Africa

Interesting facts: Can run up to 75 mph, quicker than the world’s fastest man, Usain Bolt.  


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Evolution of the Brain

Olivia Gresham

Origin: Changing African savanna ecosystem adaptation led to evolutionary shift in brain.

Changes: Bipedalism linked to a shift in the brain case’s structure.


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In a more severe environment, the primitive ancestors of the human species with a less specialized brain would be more flexible in a changing environment. Many crucial adaptations originated on the African Savanna due to the high levels of environmental pressure, evolutionary changes related to this ecosystem include bipedal locomotion. Upright walking is scientifically linked […] read more

Lion (Panthera leo)

Caren Yim

Phenotype: Yellow, brown & ochre colors, 5 to 8 ft., 330-550 lbs.  Adaptations: Sharp claws, camouflage.

Range: African savannas & India

Interesting Facts:  Form social groups. Second largest big cat species.


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Barn Owl (Tyto alba)

Samantha Cruz

Phenotype: Wing span of 110 cm, white face and body, orange brown speckled wings.

Range: North American forests

Interesting Facts: Lifespan of 25 years; hunts at night with heightened sight and hearing.


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A Barn Owl can live up to twenty-five years. The Barn Owl was first documented in Ohio in the late 1800s. Barn Owls hunt at night. The hearing of the Barn Owl is so sensitive that they can capture their prey in the dark. They are the most widespread of all land birds. read more

Great White Shark (C. carcharias)

Kayla Simpson

Phenotype: Color: Gray back, white belly. Length: 15-20ft. Weight 4,500lbs.

Habitat: Temperate seas

Interesting Fact: Breaches out of water to catch seal prey. Apex predator.


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