Wildlife Habitat Requirements Agri-science Mr. Bailey
Kentucky Rolling Hills
Kentucky Mountains
Kentucky Fields
Kentucky Woodlands
What are the types of wildlife habitat? Habitat for animal wildlife can be classified based on ecosystems Ecosystems are in areas known as biomes A biome is a large area with a distinct combination of animals and plants
What are the habitat requirements? Wildlife species have life requirements that must be met by their habitat to insure well-being Food Water Cover (Shelter) Space
Feed Me!!!! All living organisms require food Food provides the nutrients needed to live, grow, and reproduce Food gives you energy
Water… Where’s the Water!! Water is the basic need of life Water determines what species of plants will grow Plants will determine which animals will live there
Sources of Water in a habitat? Some wildlife animal species get most of their water through the food that they eat Many need a watering area for drinking once or twice a day
Cover Me… Also referred to as shelter Cover is needed for most wildlife species Vegetation or other material that provides safety in a habitat Animals use cover for nesting, resting, and protection
I need more SPACE!!! Area around an organism Space requirements vary with season, animal, and quality of the habitat Space Territory Home Range
Activity….Yah!!! Students will form a circle Each one will be a habitat requirement
Exit Slip Name the four habitat requirements Describe each requirement