1. Module 3 Intro

1.22. Page 4

Lesson 4

Module 3—Ecosystem Diversity

Reflect and Connect

 

The beginning of this lesson showed you a picture of the Banff Springs Snail. This snail’s population is decreasing rapidly. Learn more about the biotic and abiotic factors affecting this snail’s population size and distribution. Perform a search on the Parks Canada website. Type in the keywords “Banff Springs Snail.”

 

What could you do to stop this snail from becoming extinct? What type of habitat does it need? What is its range? Put your findings in your course folder.

 

Self-Check

 

SC 10. Complete this Self-Check exercise.

 

Reflect on the Big Picture

 

As you vacation, do you have a niche? What is your habitat? What kind of biomes do you prefer to visit?

 

Place your response in the discussion area.

 

Module 3: Lesson 4 Assignment

 

Remember to submit the assignment answers to your teacher as part of your Module 3: Lesson 4 Assignment.