Endangered Species
Internet Lesson Plan

Site: http://www.bagheera.com/

Objective: Students will investigate causes of endangerment and efforts being taken to conserve species.

Instructions: Choose ONE of the projects below and research at bagheera.com All information needed to complete the project can be found at www.bagheera.com.

1. Design a Reserve

Choose a species under Case Studies (See Vanishing Link) and imagine a reserve that would meet the needs of that species and encourage recovery. Design a a “Visitor’s Pamphlet” for the Reserve.

a) Include a short description of the reserve, what kind of habitat is it and where should it be located.
b) Include an informational section that describes the species and reasons for its endangerment
c) which lists the Rules and Regulations of the Reserve. What kinds of activies are allowed, what kinds of activities are prohibited. (Example: No hunting.)



2. Investigate illegal trade in wildlife and wildlife parts.

Find out what animals are endangered due to illegal wildlife trade. See C.I.T.E.S and Endangered Species Act and Asian Medicines (under Spotlight)

Choose 4 species that are exploited due to illegal trade (pet trade, medicines, jewelry, souvenirs...etc) Make an outline that includes the following:

Species name:
Habitat:
Illegal Trade Market:
Other Causes of Endangerment:
Conservation efforts:

Create your Own Endangered Species Act. List the laws you would enact in order to protect species endangered by exploitation. You should have at least 5 laws.

3. Design a chart and compares patterns of endangerment or extinction.
a) Chart should include the following categories of information: species; scientific name; classification (e.g., mammal, reptile, bird, amphibian); location (e.g., Brazilian rain forests); habitat (e.g., forest, ocean, grassland); population decline over time; causes of endangerment (or causes of extinction, if extinct). Include at least 10 species.
b) What patterns or trends can you find? (Short paragraph)

Acknowledgements:
(Projects adapted from bagheera.com classroom activities)

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