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Staten Island Zoo

The African Savanna

For Teachers 1st - 5th
Are you thinking about taking your class to the local zoo? Kids of all ages love visiting exotic animals in order to learn about biodiversity, habitat, and animal adaptations. Here is a 44-page activity guide that provides educators with...
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Untamed Science

Untamed Science: Biodiversity: Animals: Kingdom Animalia

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the characteristics that make Kingdom Animalia a distinct classification group. Explore photos and watch video clips about many species of animals.
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Other

Welcome to Biodiversity Hotspots

For Students 9th - 10th
Conservation International offers this extensive look at some of earth's most vulnerable areas. Some of the most remarkably diverse places in the world also prove to be some of the most threatened. Learn more about the efforts in place...
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University of California

Ucmp: Introduction to Ctenophora

For Students 9th - 10th
This is an advanced level review of the biology of these organisms. The opening photographs are worth seeing!
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PBS

Nh Pbs: Nature Works: California Tiger Salamander

For Students 9th - 10th
This site created by NatureWorks focuses on the California Tiger Salamander. The content of this resource includes a look at this species' characteristics, range, habitat, food, reproduction, and behavior.
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Regents of the University of Michigan

Animal Diversity Web: Geochelone Radiata (Radiated Tortoise)

For Students 9th - 10th
Site contains information on the Geochelone radiata (Radiated Tortoise). Includes geographic range, habitat, physical description, reproduction, food habits, and conservation status.
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Regents of the University of Michigan

Animal Diversity Web: Fisher

For Students 9th - 10th
Comprehensive reference information about the elusive fisher. Includes taxonomic classification, specimens, pictures, and other details about this solitary predator's relationship with the environment.
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Regents of the University of Michigan

Animal Diversity Web: Physalia Physalis (Portuguese Man of War)

For Students 9th - 10th
An in-depth look at the Portuguese man of war jellyfish. Site includes information on geographic range, habitat, description, reproduction, feeding habits and much more.
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Regents of the University of Michigan

Animal Diversity Web: Pongo Pygmaeus (Orangutan)

For Students 9th - 10th
Site contains information on the Pongo Pygmaeus (Orangutan). Includes geographic range, habitat, physical description, reproduction, behavior, food habits, and conservation status as well as other information and pictures.
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Regents of the University of Michigan

Animal Diversity Web: Salamandra Salamandra (Fire Salamander)

For Students 9th - 10th
Site contains information on the Salamandra Salamandra (Fire Salamander). Includes geographic range, habitat, physical description, reproduction, behavior, food habits, and conservation status as well as other information and pictures.
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Regents of the University of Michigan

Animal Diversity Web: Gray Fox

For Students 9th - 10th
Comprehensive reference information about the gray fox. Includes taxonomic classification, specimens, and other details about this solitary omnivore's relationship with the environment.
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Website
Untamed Science

Untamed Science: Biodiversity: Animals: Chordates: Amphibians: Class Amphibia

For Students 9th - 10th
Explore the biodiversity of the Class Amphibia through videos, photos and examples. [2:34]
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PBS

Nh Pbs: Nature Works: Blue Spotted Salamander

For Students Pre-K - 1st
This site created by NatureWorks focuses on the Blue-Spotted Salamander. The content of this resource includes a look at this species' characteristics, range, habitat, food, and more.
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PBS

Nh Pbs: Nature Works: Marbled Salamander

For Students 9th - 10th
The marbled salamander lives in forests and woodlands in the eastern part of the United States, where it is an endangered species in certain states. Students and teachers will find the content to include a look at the species' life...
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PBS

Pbs Nature: Orangutans

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Come and check out this awesome resource on orangutans. Students who need help narrowing their informational search will benefit from this clear and concise resource.
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PBS

Nh Pbs: Nature Works: Western Red Backed Salamander

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn more about the Western Red-Backed Salamander through the exploration of this resource. This site features information ranging from characteristics and range to life cycle and diet.
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McGraw Hill

Mc Graw Hill: Post Test: Animal Diversity

For Students 9th - 10th
Find out how much you know about animal diversity by taking this post test.
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McGraw Hill

Mc Graw Hill: Pre Test: Animal Diversity

For Students 9th - 10th
Find out what you know about animal diversity by taking this pre test.
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Unique Australian Animals

Unique Australian Animals

For Students 9th - 10th
From the bandicoot to the yabby, this resource provides an index to profiles of dozens of unique Australian animals. Each profile provides a picture along with information on the animal's behavior, habitat, diet and more.
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Unique Australian Animals

Unique Australian Animals: Red Kangaroo

For Students 9th - 10th
This article, illustrated with many photographs, profiles the red kangarook, Australia's largest kangaroo from nearly 60 species.
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Curated OER

Blue Spotted Salamander

For Students Pre-K - 1st
This site created by NatureWorks focuses on the Blue-Spotted Salamander. The content of this resource includes a look at this species' characteristics, range, habitat, food, and more.
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Curated OER

Blue Spotted Salamander

For Students Pre-K - 1st
This site created by NatureWorks focuses on the Blue-Spotted Salamander. The content of this resource includes a look at this species' characteristics, range, habitat, food, and more.