Voracious starfish can wait for a proper meal
9 Nov 2020

Voracious starfish can wait for a proper meal

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Eating habits of baby predator revealed. This article describes the role of starfish in the food chain and their effect on coral and the ecosystem. It is suitable for Year 4, 5, 6 and 7 students learning about foodchains, adaptations … Continued
Holy galloping ants
17 Oct 2019

Holy galloping ants

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The Saharan silver ant clocks up record speeds over blistering hot sands. This article could be used to demonstrate an application of specific adaptations to students in years 5, 8, 9, and 10. Contextual maths and activity idea included. Word … Continued
Predator exposure can help vulnerable species survive in the wild
27 May 2019

Predator exposure can help vulnerable species survive in the wild

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Topics: Biological Sciences - Ecosystems, Genetics, Lifecycles, Living Things Additional: Careers, Technology. Concepts (South Australia): Biological Sciences - Interdependence and Ecosystems, Diversity and Evolution, Form and Function Years: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 Scientists don’t really get the female … Continued