Activity 1 - Identifying plants
Students use a dichotomous key to identify the main plant species in the area. This diversity (range in species) and abundance (number) analysis will be used to make assumptions about the health of the ecosystem.
Activity 2 - Bugs underground
A diversity and abundance survey of animals that are very low on the food chain, students will gain an understanding of life cycles and the interdependence of living and non-living things.
Activity 3 - Pollinators and dispersers
Students investigate the role insects and other animals play in the life cycle of plants. They use extendable poles to view inside nest boxes, and take a guided walk to search for other pollenating or seed dispersing animals.
Activity 4 - Water
What is “healthy” water? Students conduct tests on the ponds to analyse the water quality.
