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

What is a Pioneer Species? TID Tuesday 04 Sept.

Pioneer Species Succession- The change in a landscape over time First organism that grows in an area after some disturbance has occurred. Examples: Forest Fires and Floods Example of Pioneer Species: Fire Weed Succession- The change in a landscape over time Pioneer Species

Invasive Species Boll Weevil Is a plant, fungus, or animal species that is not native to a specific location (can cause damage to the environment). Boll Weevil Feeds on cotton buds and flowers Can decrease production of cotton Invasive Species

Another Invasive: Gypsy Moth Most damaging tree defoliators currently in the US Aspen and oak Defoliators strip leaves from trees. Another Invasive: 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. 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 Species 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! Often the species used to help determine changes in an ecosystem. Indicator Species

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

Task 2 For Tuesday if Time Permits. 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. Homework Review Sheet and make-up work. Task 2 For Tuesday if Time Permits.

Why do giraffes have long necks? TID Wed 05 Sept

Engagement https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vnktXHBvE8s Video on Natural Selection and Darwin Engagement

Adaptation Activity. Beak of the Finch Activity Students work in groups to examine different beak structures and how the different beaks influence food gathering. Adaptation Activity.

What are adaptations? TID Thursday 06 Sept

Watch a quick video then Bingo Video on Adaptations https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fRX2JtKFUzk To win students must be able to explain why their answers were chosen. Students will be able to finish their review worksheet Watch a quick video then Bingo

Friday Test Day UNIT 1 Warm up with Kahoot! Cold Calling for Answers. Test Time 25 questions All Period. Biome Worksheet. Friday Test Day UNIT 1