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Standard B-LS2-1.

B-LS2-1. - Use mathematical and/or computational representations to support explanations of biotic and abiotic factors that affect carrying capacity of ecosystems at different scales.

Subject(s): Science

Year: 2021

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Penguin Behavior & Adaptations (9-12) - Student Packet

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Penguin Behavior & Adaptations (9-12) - Student Packet
A video-companion worksheet for high school Biology students, pairing with a Riverbanks Zoo video of King and Rockhopper penguins. Students complete a guided video observation log, compare structural...
Penguin Behavior & Adaptations (Grades 9-12)

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Penguin Behavior & Adaptations (Grades 9-12)

In this lesson, high school Biology students investigate how King and Rockhopper penguins have evolved different strategies for surviving in the same sub-antarctic environment. Students begin by...

Bartram's Bass | What's Wild!

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Bartram's Bass | What's Wild!
Recently recognized as its own species, Bartram’s Bass tells a story of discovery, persistence, and conservation within the Savannah River system. Join the South Carolina Department of Natural...
Ecosystems: Interactions, Energy, & Dynamics

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Ecosystems: Interactions, Energy, & Dynamics

Students will gain an in-depth understanding of the biodiversity crisis and the factors threatening specific species, develop critical thinking skills and learn to design sustainable, effective...

Four-Toed Salamander | What's Wild

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Four-Toed Salamander | What's Wild
In the serene, verdant corners of South Carolina’s wetlands, a microcosm of life unfolds. Here, numerous amphibian species rely on the abundance of moist conditions and rich vegetation including a...
Coastal Birds | What's Wild

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Coastal Birds | What's Wild
South Carolina's 187 miles of coastline offer a diverse array of ecosystems and habitats. A fascinating tapestry of bird life flourishes in this abundant and vibrant habitat, but not without its own...
Bats | What's Wild

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Bats | What's Wild
South Carolina is home to an astonishing array of bat species. As silent guardians of the night, they play a pivotal role in maintaining the balance of ecosystems and providing a natural pest control...
Turkey Vultures

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Turkey Vultures
One of twenty-six North American raptors, turkey vultures are scavengers that can be found in almost any habitat, from coasts to deserts to plains. Learn about the misunderstood Turkey Vulture, their...
Fox Squirrel | What's Wild

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Fox Squirrel | What's Wild
This episode of What's Wild observes some peculiar behaviors squirrel species have and the nutty ways they benefit the environment. To find North America's largest tree squirrel, we'll travel to one...
Red Cockaded Woodpecker | What's Wild

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Red Cockaded Woodpecker | What's Wild
In our first episode of What’s Wild, we’re traveling to the Sandhills and checking out the Red Cockaded Woodpecker! Let’s see how this threatened bird species adapts to life in this unique ecosystem...