Wetlands
True or false: Wetlands have high biodiversity.
True.
Are invasive species good or bad?
Bad.
Where is Wugu Wetland located?
New Taipei City.
Should you release your pet into the wild?
No.
Wetlands are transitional zones where ______ meets ______.
Wetlands are transitional zones where land meets water.
Are invasive species introduced on purpose or by accident?
Both.
Are there invasive species in Wugu Wetland?
Yes.
As a student, what can you do to help get rid of invasive species?
Be a responsible pet owner, participate in volunteer work, or spread awareness.
How many important wetlands are in Taiwan?
40
Name one invasive flora (plant species) in Taiwan.
Water Hyacinth, Para Grass, or Mikania micrantha
Name one of the invasive species in Wugu Wetland.
Water Hyacinth or Para Grass
Does biological control take a long time?
Yes.
What are wetlands often referred to as?
"Kidneys of the Earth" or "Biological Supermarkets"
Was the Golden Apple Snail introduced on purpose or by accident?
On purpose.
Organize "Invasive Species Removal Days" to pull out Water Hyacinth.
Habitat restoration.
What is one thing that allows Taiwan to have such a rich diversity of wetland types?
geography, topography, or subtropical/tropical climate
How was the Red-eared Slider introduced?
They were pets that were released into the wild.
What do the invasive species do to Wugu Wetland?
Clog waterways, change the flow of water, and change the natural biodiversity.
What is biological control?
Introducing natural predators to kill the invasive species.