Creating Floating Islands to Protect Zooplankton and Control Algae in British Waterways

The video discusses the creation of two man-made islands at Earlswood Lakes in Britain's West Midlands. These islands serve as a refuge for zooplankton, tiny animals that help control toxic blue-green algae. The islands are designed to protect zooplankton from being eaten by carp. Scientists have planted five types of plants on the islands to create an ideal habitat. The islands are anchored in the reservoir, allowing them to move with water level changes, providing a habitat for creatures above and below the waterline. In the long term, the islands are expected to support a diverse range of wildlife.

What is the primary purpose of the man-made islands at Earlswood Lakes?

• To attract tourists

• To increase water levels

• To offer refuge for zooplankton

• To provide a habitat for carp

Why do zooplankton need protection in these waters?

• They are endangered species

• They cannot survive in fresh water

• They are at risk of being eaten by carp

• They are threatened by pollution

What is the role of the plants on the floating islands?

• To prevent soil erosion

• To provide food for fish

• To increase oxygen levels

• To create an ideal habitat for zooplankton

How do the floating islands adapt to changes in water levels?

• They are manually adjusted

• They are anchored to allow movement

• They are fixed in place

• They are built on stilts

What is the long-term hope for the man-made islands?

• To become a tourist attraction

• To house a wide variety of wildlife

• To be removed after a few years

• To be expanded into a larger area