Missouri Habitats
What are the three main types of habitats we've discussed today?
Prairie, Wetland, and Forest.
What is one abiotic factor that affects Missouri prairies?
Fertilizers changing soil condition.
What is one main contributor to habitat loss in Missouri’s prairies?
The need for farming (tilling and fertilizers).
Name one animal that lives in Missouri prairies.
Prairie dogs, turkey, or deer.
What is one restoration method suggested for prairies?
Replanting native grasses and flowers.
Which habitat is described as an area with a canopy of trees?
A forest.
Name one biotic factor that can be found in Missouri wetlands.
Fish, plants, algae, birds, deer.
What is one major cause of wetland habitat loss in Missouri?
Draining and converting marshes and swamps to agriculture.
Which type of bird could be affected by habitat loss in Missouri wetlands?
Waterfowl or shorebirds.
What farming practice can reduce soil degradation and help restore wetland habitats?
No-till farming and crop rotation.
Less than half of what percentage of Missouri’s original prairie land remains today?
Less than one-half of one percent.
In Missouri forests, what biotic factor is responsible for pollination and plant growth?
Bees and other insects.
What type of urban expansion is a cause of deforestation in Missouri?
Car-centered urban areas that clear trees for roads, parking lots, and businesses.
What animal, typically found in Missouri forests, could be impacted by deforestation?
Bears, rabbits, or deer.
What is urban reforestation?
Incorporating green spaces into urban development projects.
What type of wetland is defined by plants that tolerate excessive moisture?
Marshes and swamps.
What is an example of a biotic factor in the Missouri prairie?
Prairie dogs or deer.
How does agriculture contribute to habitat loss in Missouri?
Farming can deplete soil health and diminish biodiversity.
How does habitat loss threaten species in Missouri?
It disrupts migration routes and breeding grounds.
What financial incentive is suggested to encourage farmers and developers to use sustainable practices?
Tax breaks and government grants.