Our Ecosystems By Grade 1: Rose
What are Ecosystems? Ecosystems are dynamic interactions between plants, animals, and other organisms, and their environment working together as a functional unit. An ecosystem can only accommodate up to a certain number of organisms at a given time since there are food, water and shelter to be considered.
Humans and the Ecosystems Humans and the ecosystems have a symbiotic relationship. We both give and take products from each other. Still, it is not for us to abuse the Earth.
Terrestrial Ecosystems Forest ecosystem Grassland ecosystem Desert ecosystem Mountain ecosystem
Terrestrial Ecosystem Forest ecosystem
Human Impact Negative Impact Deforestation Over-exploitation
Human Impact Positive Impact Genetic biodiversity Ecotourism (raising awareness)
Terrestrial ecosystems Grassland Ecosystem
Human Impact Negative Impact Overgrazing Loss of habitat for native species
Human Impact Positive Impact Creating of Wildlife Sanctuaries Re-introduction of native species
Terrestrial Ecosystem Desert Ecosystem
Human Impact Negative Impact Destructive mining (Gold and other precious stones) Extraction of Fossil Fuels
Human Impact Positive Impact Harvesting of Solar Energy instead of fossil fuels
Terrestrial Ecosystems Mountain Ecosystem
Human Impact Negative Impact Illegal Logging Destruction of natural habitats for native species
Human Impact Positive Impact Controlled Tourism Protection of Wildlife
Aquatic Ecosystems Pond / Lake ecosystem Ocean ecosystem River ecosystem Estuary ecosystem
Aquatic Ecosystems Pond Ecosystem
Human Impact Negative Impact Eutrophication Water contamination from heavy metals
Human Impact Positive Impact Environmental Management Pollution Control
Aquatic Ecosystems Ocean Ecosystem
Human Impact Negative Impact Overfishing Habitat Loss
Human Impact Positive Impact Artificial Reefs Protected Areas against Fishing
Aquatic Ecosystems River Ecosystem
Human Impact Negative Impact Human Waste Human Recreational Activities
Human Impact Positive Impact Creation of Dams and Canals Protection of Native Species
Aquatic Ecosystems Estuary Ecosystem
Human Impact Negative Impact Housing Projects Changing Natural Fresh Water Flow
Human Impact Positive Impact Mangrove Forests Protection of Breeding Grounds for Fishes