Biology - Biome Presentation
Names:________________________________________________________
Instructions:
Choose one of the Biomes or Aquatic Ecosystems from the following lists:
Land Biomes:
● Tropical Rain Forest
● Tropical Dry Forest
● Tropical Savanna
● Desert
● Temperate Grassland
● Temperate Woodland and Shrubland (Chaparral)
● Temperate Forest
● Temperate Rain Forest (Northwestern Coniferous Forest)
● Boreal Forest (Taiga)
● Tundra
Aquatic Ecosystems:
● Flowing-water ecosystems
● Standing-water ecosystems
● Freshwater wetlands
● Estuaries
○ Salt Marshes
○ Mangrove Swamps
● Intertidal Zone
● Coastal Zone
● Coral Reefs
● Open Ocean
● Benthic Zone
Your group will prepare a visual on your chosen biome. This can be a poster, a
slideshow, a 3-D model, or any other visual which shows the aspects of your biome.
You will present your biome to the class. Your presentation and visual should include
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Characteristics of the biome
Where the biome is found
Abiotic factors (climate, water, etc.)
Plants and other producers found in the biome
Animals and other consumers found in the biome.
Feeding relationships - an example of a food chain
An example of a food pyramid
Pick one of the biogeochemical cycles we discussed, and show how it plays a
part in the biome.
Describe how latitude and heat transport influence the biome.
Show examples of niche and community interactions in the biome.
Show an example of ecological succession.
Cultural aspects - songs, poems, novels, etc. about this biome.
Describe how this biome has influenced human cultures.
Describe threats - destruction, pollution, etc. to this biome
Divide up the above tasks and assign some to each member of your group. Put all your
work together into your presentation, and be prepared to really ​present​, not just read
your slides or poster. This will be a summative assessment.