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Carnivores, or animals that eat meat, are important links in the ecosystem as they help control prey populations. As the climate changes, increased temperatures, changes in water availability, and wildfires will impact where carnivores can live.
The activities below will explore how climate change is impacting carnivores and what you can do to help.
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art activities
Coyote Origami
Coyotes and other large animals play an important predatory role in many ecosystems. As temperatures get warmer, and the landscape gets drier, these animals are forced to move closer to urban areas to find water and resources. Get inspired to help with this fun craft!
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3 minutes
How to Make a Coyote Mask
Coyotes are important omnivores in the ecosystem that help to regulate the populations of other animals. They are found in many North and South American countries and face scarce resources and loss of habitat to climate change and urbanization.
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31 minutes
Haz una Máscara de Coyote
Los coyotes son omnívoros importantes en el ecosistema que ayudan a regular las poblaciones de otros animales. Se encuentran en muchos países de América del Norte y del Sur y se enfrentan a escasos recursos y pérdida de hábitat ante el cambio climático y la urbanización.
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29 minutes
storytelling
How Jackrabbit Got His Very Long Ears
Because he doesn't listen carefully to what the Great Spirit tells him about each of the animals he is supposed to lead to their desert homes, Jackrabbit causes much unhappiness with his careless answers to the animals' questions.
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9 minutes
additional resources
Climate Science & Carnivores Traveling Trunk
While participating in the Climate Kids activities of art, science, and storytelling, students will gain a better understanding of what carnivores are, the importance of them in our region, and how they will be affected by a changing climate and increased human activity.
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Multimedia
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Varies
Climate Science + Carnivores Traveling Trunk Training
Learn how to use the Climate Science + Carnivores Traveling Trunk with your student group.
While participating in the Climate Kids activities of art, science, and storytelling, students will gain a better understanding of what carnivores are, the importance of them in our region, and how they will be affected by a changing climate and increased human activity.
Activity Type
Video
Activity Time
9 minutes
