Ecosystem Basics
A protected area managed by a nation for conservation and recreation.
National Park
Living factors in an environment like plants and animals.
Biotic Factors
What National Park in Africa have we been studying?
The Serengeti
Diversity within species, between species, and among ecosystems.
Biodiversity
Nonliving environmental factors like sunlight or temperature.
Abiotic Factors
What two seasons does Africa primarily have
Dry and Rainy Season
A complex network of living organisms interacting with their physical environment
Ecosystem
Seasonal or permanent movement of animals in response to environmental changes.
Migration
What is the name of the animal that we have been studying their migratory habits?
The Wildebeest!
A large community of plants and animals in a specific area with similar climate and vegetation.
Biome
A species at risk of disappearing from the planet soon.
Endangered Species
What is a predator of the Wildebeest?
Hyena or Lion.
A diagram showing how energy moves through an ecosystem from bottom to top.
Energy Pyramid
Organisms introduced to a non-native area causing harm.
Invasive Species
What is a mortality factor?
Various factors that contribute towards death.