Florida Parks- Ichetucknee, Rainbow, Torreya, Caverns

What is the main water source for the Ichetucknee River?

• The Suwannee River

• The Everglades

• Ichetucknee Springs

• Rainfall only

The Ichetucknee Springs feed into which underground water system?

• Gulf Stream

• Colorado Aquifer

• Mississippi Basin

• Floridan Aquifer

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Which animal is sometimes found in the Ichetucknee River during colder months?

• Bottlenose dolphin

• Florida manatee

• American crocodile

• Sea turtle

What role do aquatic plants like hydrilla and pondweed play in the river ecosystem?

• They block sunlight from the water

• They reduce oxygen levels

• They help stabilize sediment and support aquatic life

• They cause pollution in the river

What type of forest regularly floods along the Ichetucknee River?

• Tropical rainforest

• Desert scrub

• Alpine forest

• Floodplain forest

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The limestone formations and sinkholes in the park are part of which type of landscape?

• Tundra

• Karst topography

• Volcanic plain

• Glacier valley

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What is one major threat to the water quality of Ichetucknee Springs?

• Hurricanes

• Overfishing

• Agricultural runoff

• Deforestation

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Which activity, while popular, can harm the park’s fragile ecosystems if not managed carefully?

• Camping

• Birdwatching

• Tubing and kayaking

• Stargazing

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What kind of animals might be found in the caves of the park’s underground system?

• Polar bears and elk

• Bats and cave insects

• Sharks and jellyfish

• Lizards and parrots

What is one goal of the park’s conservation efforts?

• Expanding development near the park

• Encouraging unlimited visitor access

• Monitoring water quality and restoring habitats

• Introducing non-native plant species

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