Wildlife
Expectations
Students are expected to:
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Identify common wildlife species and wildlife signs (keys will be used for more extensive identification)
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Identify basic wildlife survival needs
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Describe specific adaptations of wildlife to their environment and role in the ecosystem
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Describe predator/prey relationships and examples
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Describe the potential impact of the introduction of non-native species
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Describe the major factors affecting threatened and endangered species and methods used to improve the populations of these species
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Describe ways habitat can be improved for specific species by knowing their requirements
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Discuss the concepts of carrying capacity and limiting factors
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Discuss various ways the public and wildlife managers can help in the protection, conservation, management, and enhancement of wildlife populations
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Describe food chains/webs and cite examples
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Describe factors that limit or enhance population growth
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Evaluate a given habitat for its suitability for designated species, given a description of their habitat needs
