Ecosystems and Biomes
Around the World
Around the World
Name that Animal Body Part
Conservation: What can you do to help?
Hooves and maybe even antlers or horns only club
Scales and Cold Blooded: Reptiles
1000
This type of ecosystem can be located in South America, Asia, and even in some parts of Africa. This specific ecosystem experiences heavy rainfall with getting over 300 inches of rain a year. Known for having good biodiversity such as hiding spots for animals, providing food for animals and people along with clean air , this ecosystem does face trouble due to human impact and climate change.
What is Tropical Rainforest!
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Camels are famously known for having one of these on their back. A common myth is that camels can store water in one of these but instead it’s fat. This body feature can store up to 80 pounds of fat which provides energy and keeps them from getting thirsty. When camels are born they do not have one of these until they eat solid food.
What is Hump!
1000
Throwing one of these items in the ocean can cause lots of harm. For example, sea turtles eat sea jellies which can be mistaken as this item and can cause harm if swallowed. We can make the ocean cleaner by doing this!
What is picking up plastic or trash!
1000
There are only 5 species of this animal and can be found in Africa and Asia. The most famous feature is the horn in the front of their face which is made of keratin (the same material as human fingernails). These animals can weigh 3,000 pounds and actually run on their toes due to their massive size. All species of this animal is considered endangered due to poaching for their horn.
What is Rhino!
1000
This type of reptile is only seen on land only while a similar looking reptile is only found in water and land. This type are strictly herbivores and feed on cactus, flowers, and grasses. Another fun feature is that they can go a long long time without water and only benefit from getting water from their food. A certain type of this animal is named one of the longest living land animals in the world.
What is Tortoise!
1025
This ecosystem is considered one of earth's top ecosystems. Known for its very hot and harsh climates there is even a cold one of these located in Mongolia that reaches freezing temperatures during the winter. These ecosystems are also known for having little rainfall at about 10 inches a year, but there are many animals and plants that have adaptations to survive in this environment.
What is Desert!
1025
Marsupials such as a Kangaroo, Wallaby, Sugar Gliders, and Wombats have a special one of these on their abdomen area in order to carry their newborn and young babies while still being mobile. Young Kangaroos have the capability to stay inside this feature for about 8 months.
What is Pouches!
1025
Every year a lot of this is wasted when leaving sinks on, taking long showers, and not properly maintaining sprinklers. From research an average American family wastes about 9,000 gallons of this a year. In the long run lower levels of this can impact local ecosystems with animals and plants leading to high levels of pollutants. We can do this to help!
What is turning off water!
1025
This type of wild pig seeks shelter in a burrow and can only be found in Africa. This male type of this species will only be seen on their own for being solitary. These animals are famous for their big tusks and can run over 30 miles an hour. On the front of their face these animals have a certain facial marks to protect themselves against predators.
What is Warthog!
1025
This type of reptile is found on every continent except Antarctica. There are over 1,000 different species of this lizard and have special feet to cling to almost any surface. Known for their vocalization which can be a chirping to a barking sound as well as their capability to drop their tails as a defense mechanism. The leopard type is named one of the top pet Lizards in the world.
What is Gecko!
1050
Known for having one of the most diverse populations of marine life at about 25% of all aquatic animal species, these ecosystems play a valuable role in the oceans. These special types of animals play a role as the building blocks in providing clean water, shelter for fish, and food sources. The biggest one of these ecosystems is located in Australia and stretches over 1,500 miles.
What is Coral Reef!
1050
Mammals such as humans, horses, primates, and dogs are the only type of animals that sweat, dogs have a special location for sweat glands located on these.
What are Paw Pads!
1050
Doing this activity during the spring and summertime can help create clean air to breathe and help save water. This activity is very sustainable and to help provide food to humans and animals. Pollinators also rely on this type of activity in order to get nutrients and animals such as bees to make honey.
What is Plant Gardens or Plant a Tree!
1050
Yellowstone National Park in the United States is home to the largest population of this species at around 5,000. The United States is the only place on earth to see these over 3,000 pound animals. Known for their very dense fur to protect themselves against the snowy cold, if threatened or spooked they can run paces of up to 40 miles per hour. This animal is also the largest land mammal in the United States.
What is Bison!
1050
This reptile is the world’s largest as well as the heaviest lizard at 300 pounds. Known for their venomous bite and can eat every part of their prey they do run fast paces at around 45 miles per hour. These lizards also get their name from a mythical creature by the locals on the single island they live on. Be careful when visiting this island they can swim and bites can be fatal.
What is Komodo Dragon!
1075
This type of ecosystem has barely any plant life and is only covered in snow most of the year. The expected total snowfall a year is around 75 inches. Temperatures in this ecosystem can reach about -40 degrees F in the winter and only about 54 degrees F in the summer. Iconic animals you can see in this ecosystem and have dense fur to survive in this climate are polar bears, caribou, mountain goats, and snow owls.
What is Tundra!
1075
These features on animals such as walruses, elephants, babirusas, and narwhals have long of these that extend out of their mouths. This features on these animals are very important and act as a defense or as a tool to get food. This body part is made up of dentine, a hard bony tissue and is considered the hardest tissue in these species.
What is Tusks!
1075
This is a very big mission and topic for conservationists and zoologists. Animals that are in trouble or at risk of extinction are called this type of word. Rhinos, Gorillas, Hammerhead Sharks, and Right Whales are classified as this where many of their populations are declining. It’s important we talk about these species in this category in order to protect them for generations to come.
What is endangered species!
1075
This dark brown creature is the largest of the deer family with males standing over 7 feet tall and over 1,000 pounds. Most known feature is the giant antlers on the males which are shedded each year. These species can also swim and can dive about 20 feet for a short period. This animal is also the state animal of Maine.
What is Moose!
1075
The King type of the largest venomous snake in the world. A special characteristic of this snake is the large hood on the back of their head that they use as a defense mechanism. This snake is also known for being the only snake in the world to form nests to lay eggs. Be careful some types are known to spit their venom at around 10 feet!
What is Cobra!
2000
Celebrating this ecosystem has a special global day on February 2nd. This type of ecosystem is very diverse and known for its semi aquatic features. This ecosystem acts like a sponge that can absorb lots of water into the ground and store it during chances of flooding along with slowly releasing water creating springs. Over 40% of all plant and animal species live in this type of ecosystem year around
What is Wetlands!
2000
Found mainly on aquatic animal species, these special respiratory organ features are used to extract oxygen from the water in order for the animal to breathe. This body part is paper thin and full of blood vessels. This feature can be located on the side of the head.
What is Gills!
2000
There are many bins to repurpose or dispose properly of this type of device. This research has proven to be an environmentally friendly way to prevent waste in landfills. This activity also protects the habitats in the wild such as in the Congo for Gorillas where mining for this item in this device is prevalent and can destroy habitats and Gorilla populations. Doing this activity helps decrease new mining areas.
What is Recycling a cell phone!
2000
Named as the state animal of Nevada this animal can also be found in Southern Canada, all the way down the southwest of the United States into Mexico. The males are known for their big giant curly horns that weigh over 30 pounds. These animals stay in large social groups in high elevation hillsides and can survive very harsh desert climates. A special feature is that they can jump about 30 feet from ledge to ledge.
What is Big Horn Sheep!
2000
Named as the largest lizard to the United States these desert orange and black reptiles are known for their strong digging skills and venomous bite. These lizards are strict carnivores and have a slow metabolism where in some cases can go months without eating. In medical research the venom from these lizards have been used to help as treatment for those with Diabetes.
What is Gila Monster!