Day+8++Ecosystem+Relationships

Daily Agenda: 1. Quiz #1 - 20 minutes 2. Set up Portfolios - 10 minutes 3. Symbiosis & Succession Notes - 20 minutes 4. Symbiosis Activity - 30 minutes 5. Pictionary - 10 minutes

Objectives: 5.01 Investigate and analyze the interrelationships among organisms, populations, communities, and ecosystems. • Techniques of field ecology. • Abiotic and biotic factors. • Carrying capacity.

Symbiosis Activity For the organisms below, classify the type of interaction that takes place, and briefly describe the specific interaction.

a. Cuckoo bird & Robin b. Ostrich & Zebra c. Humans & E. coli d. Remora & Great White Shark e. Crocodile & Plover f. Honeyguide bird & Badger g. Sea Anemone & Clown Fish h. Snapping shrimp & Goby fish