Species in the Ecosystems. Notes 28 Aug – 01 September, 2017 Holmes, J. Environmental Science.

Why do we present in class? TID Monday 28 Aug

TID Wednesday 29 Aug. What is a keystone species? Think about the word Keystone. TID Wednesday 29 Aug.

http://www.schooltube.com/video/a709e77588a9780b6251/ Watch the video above and then rethink about your TID and re-answer if necessary. Jaguar as a Keystone

Task 1 Today Begin reading and answer questions on the worksheet. You will have about 20 min to work on this task. Task 1 Today

First organism that grows in an area after some disturbance has occurred. Examples: Forest Fires and Floods Pioneer Species

Example of Pioneer Species: Fire Weed

Succession- The change in a landscape over time Fire Weed

Is a plant, fungus, or animal species that is not native to a specific location (can cause damage to the environment). Invasive Species

Boll Weevil Feeds on cotton buds and flowers Can decrease production of cotton Boll Weevil

Another Invasive: Gypsy Moth

Most damaging tree defoliators currently in the US Aspen and oak Defoliators strip leaves from trees. Gypsy Moth

Organism that is living in an area for entirely natural reasons, with no human intervention. Example: the Koala is native to Australia Native Species

One whose habitat is restricted to a particular area One whose habitat is restricted to a particular area. Usually endangered. Endemic Species

For instance, it may be found in a particular mountain range at a certain elevation zone and no where else. May eat only a certain type of plant that is found no where else! This specialization and inability to move into new habitats can put species in danger of extinction! Endemic

Endemic Example: Philippine eagle owl

Considered at risk of extinction Endangered Species

Any biological species that defines a trait or characteristic of the environment. Example: Eelgrass in Canada to help monitor the estuaries Can help Prevent algal blooms and can help water clarity! Indicator Species

Group activity on the differences between types of species that live in an environment. Vocabulary Focus : Native, Invasive, Endemic, Endangered, Indicator, and Keystone species. Worksheet/Notecards. Task 2 For Tuesday

What is the difference between Immigration, Emigration and Migration? TID Wed 30 Aug

Immigration – To permanently move to a new area or environment or ecosystem. Emigration – To permanently move out of an area or environment or ecosystem. Migration – The seasonal movement of animals from one environment to another, and then back. Covering the Terms.

Real World Connections The U.S. was founded by Immigrants who wanted a better life. People come to the use on a Daily basis hoping to start a new and better life. When these people leave their country for our, they Emigrate from theirs to ours. Since we are on the receiving end of the people, we call it immigrate. Both people and other animals migrate. People who can afford it, sometimes have a “Summer Home” and a “Winter Home” for instance. Some people come to the US to Work for the Spring/Summer months and then move back home for the Winter and Fall months. Real World Connections

Group Activity Teacher will put you into groups of 6 people. Sit in your groups and turn your desks to make a enclosed group setting. You will be given Food cards, Each person in group should be given 3 food. Follow Instructions from Slide Show. Group Activity

Migration, Immigration, Emigration Activity If you lose all your food your bird dies. Migration, Immigration, Emigration Activity

Migration, Immigration and Emigration Activity. At each habitat there are action cards. Flip only 1 action card over per migration. Follow instructions on the card. (Gain or Lose Food evenly) Migrate back to you group seats. Migration, Immigration and Emigration Activity.