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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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Sure! Here is a guideline to help you structure your PowerPoint or Google Slides presentation based on the outline provided. Let’s use the Snow Leopard (Panthera uncia) as an example for your research project:

Slide 1: Title Slide

  • Title: Snow Leopard (Panthera uncia)
  • Your Name: [Your Name]
  • Course: 7th Grade Science
  • Image: Include a striking image of a snow leopard in its natural habitat.

Slide 2: Classification

  • Biological Classification:
    • Kingdom: Animalia
    • Phylum: Chordata
    • Class: Mammalia
    • Order: Carnivora
    • Family: Felidae
    • Genus: Panthera
    • Species: Panthera uncia
  • Image: Include an illustration or image representing each classification (e.g., a diagram showing the cat family tree).

Slide 3: Ecosystem

  • Description:
    • The snow leopard resides in the rugged mountain ranges of Central and South Asia including the Himalayas, the Tibetan Plateau, and the mountain ranges of Mongolia.
    • Living Organisms: It shares its habitat with various animals such as blue sheep (bharal), ibex, and smaller mammals, and interacts with plant life such as alpine meadows and coniferous forests.
  • Geographic Features: Note features like rocky mountain terrain, steep cliffs, and the cold, arid climate that influence its hunting and living patterns.
  • Image: A map showing the snow leopard's habitat or a picture of the Himalayan landscape.

Slide 4: Adaptations

  • 1. Thick Fur: Keeps the snow leopard warm in its cold mountainous habitat.
  • 2. Long Tail: Aids in balance on steep and rocky terrain, and can be used for communication.
  • 3. Camouflaged Coat: Allows it to blend in with the rocky mountain surroundings, making it easier to stalk prey.
  • Image: An image highlighting these adaptations, such as close-ups of the snow leopard’s fur and tail.

Slide 5: Common Characteristics

  • Class: Mammalia
    • Warm-blooded
    • Fur or hair covering the body
    • Live births (with some exceptions like monotremes)
    • Mammary glands producing milk for offspring.
  • Unique Features of Snow Leopards: Like other big cats, they have sharp retractable claws and powerful muscles for capturing prey.
  • Image: A comparison infographic showing common features of mammals.

Slide 6: Biodiversity

  • The snow leopard plays a crucial role as an apex predator in its ecosystem, helping maintain the balance of prey species populations.
  • Its presence indicates the health of mountainous ecosystems, reflecting biodiversity and ecological stability.
  • Image: An infographic showing the food web or ecosystem roles of snow leopards.

Slide 7: Human Activity

  • Impact: Habitat loss due to deforestation, poaching for fur, and retaliation against livestock predation significantly threaten the snow leopard population.
  • Climate change also affects its high-altitude habitat by altering the ecosystems it relies on.
  • Image: A graphic or image showing the impact of human activities on wildlife.

Slide 8: Design Solutions - Water Pollution

  • Issue: Water pollution from agricultural runoff contaminates the rivers in the snow leopard's habitat, affecting both the leopards and their prey.
  • Facts: Polluted water can lead to decreased prey populations, reducing food availability for snow leopards.
  • Possible Solution: Implementing sustainable farming practices that reduce chemical runoff and promoting water quality monitoring in watersheds.
  • Image: Diagram showing the impact of pollution on water sources.

Slide 9: Design Solutions - Erosion and Deforestation

  • Issue: Deforestation and soil erosion can lead to habitat degradation, diminishing the snow leopard’s hunting grounds.
  • Facts: Erosion can wash away important habitats and reduce the prey species available to snow leopards.
  • Possible Solution: Reforestation efforts and responsible land use planning to maintain habitat and prevent soil erosion.
  • Image: Before and after images of deforestation or a diagram of reforestation efforts.

Slide 10: Sources/Bibliography

  1. Title: "Snow Leopards: Ghosts of the Mountains"
    • URL: [link to source]
  2. Title: "The Importance of Biodiversity"
    • URL: [link to source]
  3. Title: "Snow Leopard Conservation Efforts"
    • URL: [link to source]
  • Image: Include a relevant image related to snow leopard conservation.

Final Note

This structure serves as a comprehensive guide for your project on the snow leopard. Make sure to adapt it to your specific animal choice and incorporate visual elements that engage your audience. Good luck with your presentation!