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Activity 1:
Where
are Mammals Found?
Students will research biomes and will investigate
and compare the types mammals found in each biome.
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Prairie
Dogs
One
of the first inhabitants of North America, the prairie dog still
occupies a very important place in the ecosystem. |
Activity 2:
Mammal
Adaptation
Students will observe how mammals have adapted
to the environments in which they live.
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Oregon
Bats
Oregon
is home to numerous species of insect-devouring bats, most of
which very little is known about. |
Activity 3:
Mammal
Behavior
Students will spend time observing and recording
the behaviors of animals and present their observations to the class.
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Border
Collies
Highly
intelligent border collies, bred especially for sheep herding,
are often trained to compete using their herding skills.
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Oregon
Coyotes
Though
some consider them pests, others contend that coyotes are misunderstood,
and the trouble they cause people is a result of our own behavior. |
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