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Let's create continuous conversations about climate change education: Spreading the Sediment of Science!
Migrations in Motion
Provided by: The Nature Conservancy |Published on: July 30, 2021
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Synopsis
- This interactive map illustrates the possible migration movements of mammals, birds, and amphibians due to climate change.
- It takes into account the natural and human-made barriers that could prevent their migration to more suitable locations.
Subjects: Biology, Geography
Authors: The Nature Conservancy, Dan Majka
Region: North America, South and Central America
Languages: English
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Positives
- The interactive map has a key where additional information given.
- The "What Can We Do?" section lists ways that conservationists can maintain habitat connectivity to improve the ability of species to move to more suitable habitat.
Additional Prerequisites
- The map data is currently only available for the Western Hemisphere.
Differentiation
- Advanced students could be asked to brainstorm reasons why animals might follow the patterns identified.
- Students who need additional support could read the map key with teacher guidance and discuss the "What Can We Do" section with a partner.
- Other resources about the effects of climate change on animals include this news article, this StC lesson plan, this NASA article, and this video.
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The Nature Conservancy
The Nature Conservancy is a global environmental nonprofit working to create a world where people and nature can thrive. The Nature Conservancy has grown to become one of the most effective and wide-reaching environmental organizations in the world.
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