Preserving Biodiversity

• Science
• Lower Secondary (Key Stage 3)

Preserving Biodiversity

What would happen to the population of zebra if there was less grass?

1. Increase
2. Decrease
3. Stay the same

What would happen to the population of lions if there was less grass?

1. Increase
2. Decrease
3. Stay the same

What would happen to the population of giraffes if there was less grass?

1. Increase
2. Decrease
3. Stay the same

Which species is at greater risk of extinction?

Which community is more biodiverse?

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Which community is more biodiverse?

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Which community is more biodiverse?

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Which of these factors contribute to Earth's biodiversity?

The number of species.

The species lifespan.

The size of organisms.

The variety of ecosystems.

How can we protect biodiversity?

What could we do to protect biodiversity?

TASK: Pick an endangered animal of your choice and create a slide explaining the threats it faces and the actions people are taking to help preserve the species.

• Why is your animal endangered?
• What is being done to help it recover?