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BIODIVERSITY and ECOSYSTEM PORTFOLIO INSTRUCTIONS-OUTLINE

PowerPoint or Google Slides Research Project
A. TASK- What am I supposed to do?
- Choose a living organism from the animal kingdom that you are interested in and would like
to research/know more about.
- Create a Powerpoint or Google Slides presentation about your animal that includes all the required information and items
listed below in the "Instructions, Requirements & Outline".
B. INSTRUCTIONS, REQUIREMENTS & OUTLINE:
Include the following items and information using each number as a title of a slide with the information that is being asked of within that slide.

*** Select a theme/background color. (Have fun and try to be creative)
*** Be sure to include a picture or illustration on each slide.

SLIDE 1)The "TITLE SLIDE" for your PowerPoint/Google slides.
*Please include your chosen animal’s name (common and scientific) along
with your name and course.
Ex. Tiger (Panthera tigris)
Mary O'Connor 7th grade science

SLIDE 2) CLASSIFICATION:
*List the biological/taxonomic classification, in oorder, for the animal you have chosen.
(Kingdom, Phylum, Class, Order, Family, Genus, Species)
Ex. Domestic cat-
Kingdom: Animalia, Phylum: Chordata, Class: Mammalia, Order: Carnivora,
Family: Felidae, Genus: Felis, Species: Felis catus
SLIDE 3) ECOSYSTEM:
*Create a slide describing your animal living in its habitat (include both living
organisms and geographic features that interact with your chosen animal in
its environment).
SLIDE 4) ADAPTATIONS:
*List/describe 3 adaptations of your animal (special features or behaviors that help it
survive in its habitat, e.g. webbed feet, fur).

SLIDE 5) COMMON CHARACTERISTICS:
*Describe what your animal shares with other animals in its class.
(e.g . identify whether it is a bird, fish , reptile, amphibian or mammal and list the characteristics
of the class.)

SLIDE 6) BIODIVERSITY:
*Describe how your animal species contributes to the diversity of life (positively or
negatively).

SLIDE 7) HUMAN ACTIVITY:
*Describe how human activity impacts the survival of your animal.
SLIDES 8) and 9) DESIGN SOLUTIONS:
*Select 2 issues (from the list below) for the ecosystem in which your chosen
animal lives.
*Add facts about the issues and include a possible solution to the problems.
● Wastewater treatment ● Water pollution
● Greenhouse effect ● Natural selection

● Coral whitening ● Erosion and deforestation

● Earth Radiation Budget ● Capture-mark-recapture


SLIDE 10) SOURCES/BIBLIOGRAPHY:
*Include a list of sources at the end of your PowerPoint or Google Slides.
-Source list should include:
1. Title of Source
2. Weblink/URL for source
C. TURN IN YOUR WORK:
Upload your PowerPoint or Google Slides presentation to this lesson (Unit 4 Lesson 1) dropbox.
*Be sure to reach out to if you need help*.

*EXAMPLE PORTFOLIO PowerPoint/Google Slides presentations will be discussed in LiveLessons and are
available on the class message board.*
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Here's an outline template you can use to create your PowerPoint or Google Slides presentation based on the given instructions. For this example, I'll use the African Elephant (Loxodonta africana) as the chosen animal. Feel free to change the animal based on your preference!

SLIDE 1: TITLE SLIDE

  • Title: African Elephant (Loxodonta africana)
  • Your Name: [Your Name]
  • Course: 7th Grade Science
  • Background: Use a photo of African elephants or a jungle theme.

SLIDE 2: CLASSIFICATION

  • Title: Classification
  • Kingdom: Animalia
  • Phylum: Chordata
  • Class: Mammalia
  • Order: Proboscidea
  • Family: Elephantidae
  • Genus: Loxodonta
  • Species: Loxodonta africana
  • Background: A simple color with an image of an elephant.

SLIDE 3: ECOSYSTEM

  • Title: Ecosystem
  • Description: African elephants inhabit savannas, forests, and grasslands in sub-Saharan Africa. They interact with organisms like:
    • Other species: Lions, zebras, and various birds.
    • Geographic features: Rivers, mountains, and open fields.
  • Image: Map of Africa showing elephant habitats.

SLIDE 4: ADAPTATIONS

  • Title: Adaptations
  1. Large Ears: Help regulate body temperature.
  2. Trunk: Used for feeding, drinking, and social interactions.
  3. Tusks: Used for digging and stripping bark from trees.
  • Image: Close-up photo of an elephant showing adaptations.

SLIDE 5: COMMON CHARACTERISTICS

  • Title: Common Characteristics
  • Class: Mammalia
    • Warm-blooded, have hair/fur.
    • Give live birth and nurse their young.
    • Have a complex brain and behavior patterns.
  • Image: Diagram comparing elephants with other mammals.

SLIDE 6: BIODIVERSITY

  • Title: Biodiversity
  • Impact: African elephants play a crucial role in their ecosystem by:
    • Creating water holes used by other animals.
    • Dispersing seeds through their dung, promoting plant growth.
    • Maintaining the ecological balance in their habitats.
  • Image: Various species in the elephant's ecosystem.

SLIDE 7: HUMAN ACTIVITY

  • Title: Human Activity
  • Description: Human activities, such as poaching for ivory and habitat destruction due to agriculture, severely impact the survival of African elephants by reducing their populations and habitat.
  • Image: Photo depicting deforestation or poaching.

SLIDE 8: DESIGN SOLUTION 1

  • Title: Issue: Poaching for Ivory
  • Facts: Poaching has drastically reduced elephant populations; thousands are killed each year.
  • Possible Solution: Increase anti-poaching efforts by employing rangers and establishing protected areas.
  • Image: Photo of an anti-poaching patrol in action.

SLIDE 9: DESIGN SOLUTION 2

  • Title: Issue: Habitat Loss
  • Facts: Agriculture and development destroy elephant habitats, leading to conflict between elephants and humans.
  • Possible Solution: Implement wildlife corridors to connect fragmented habitats and promote sustainable agricultural practices.
  • Image: Map of potential wildlife corridors.

SLIDE 10: SOURCES/BIBLIOGRAPHY

  • Title: Sources
  1. The African Elephant - National Geographic
    Weblink: www.nationalgeographic.com/animals/mammals/facts/african-elephant
  2. African Elephant Facts - World Wildlife Fund
    Weblink: www.worldwildlife.org/species/african-elephant
  3. Conservation Status of Elephants - IUCN Red List
    Weblink: www.iucnredlist.org/species/12392

Final Steps:

  • Make sure to use vibrant images and a clean, engaging design for your slides.
  • Add your own research and personal insights to make the presentation unique and informative.
  • Don't forget to check your spelling and grammar before finalizing the presentation!

Good luck with your project!