Everglades Ecosystem and Wildlife

The video tutorial explores the Florida Everglades, highlighting its geography, ecosystem, and biodiversity. It discusses the vast size of the Everglades, its role as a wetland, and the unique flora and fauna that inhabit it. The video also addresses the issue of invasive species, particularly pythons, and their impact on the ecosystem. Additionally, it covers plant adaptations and ways to explore and preserve this national park.

Where is the Everglades National Park located?

• Central Florida

• Western Florida

• Southern Florida

• Northern Florida

What is a wetland?

• A dry area with little vegetation

• A land area that is always dry

• A mountainous region

• A land area that is wet and saturated with water

How large is the Florida Everglades?

• 3 million acres

• 1.5 million acres

• 2 million acres

• 500,000 acres

Which of the following animals is considered an invasive species in the Everglades?

• Alligator

• Florida Cougar

• Manatee

• Python

Approximately how many kinds of animals live in the Everglades?

• 800

• 600

• 400

• 200

What adaptation helps some plants survive in the Everglades?

• Unique root structures

• Bright flowers

• Deep roots

• Thick bark

What is Spanish moss?

• A type of animal

• A type of tree

• A type of flower

• A plant that hangs from trees

What is the significance of the Everglades being a national park?

• It is a residential area

• It is open for commercial development

• It is protected for conservation

• It is a private area

What is a popular way to explore the Everglades?

• Hiking

• Horseback riding

• Airboat rides

• Biking

Why is it important to preserve the Everglades?

• To build more houses

• To maintain its unique ecosystem

• To create more roads

• For commercial use