Everglades Ecosystem and Conservation Issues

The video explores the unique ecosystem of the Everglades, highlighting its history, biodiversity, and the challenges it faces due to human activities and climate change. It discusses the importance of water flow from Lake Okeechobee to Florida Bay, the impact of man-made structures, and ongoing restoration efforts to preserve this vital ecosystem.

What is the primary function of the Everglades?

• Mining minerals

• Generating electricity

• Providing habitats for wildlife

• Producing crops

Where does the Everglades ecosystem begin?

• Tamiami Trail

• Shingle Creek

• Lake Okeechobee

• Florida Bay

What are the two most critically important species in Florida Bay?

• Seagrass and mangroves

• Fish and birds

• Coral reefs and dolphins

• Turtles and crabs

What is the main cause of the dramatic loss of seagrass and mangroves?

• Predation by animals

• Climate change

• Human activity

• Natural disasters

What is the starting point of the Everglades' water journey?

• Florida Bay

• Lake Okeechobee

• Shingle Creek

• Tamiami Trail

What is the largest lake in Florida?

• Lake George

• Lake Apopka

• Lake Okeechobee

• Lake Kissimmee

What has caused the Everglades to become one of the most endangered ecoregions in North America?

• Natural erosion

• Human pollution and water diversion

• Invasive species

• Overfishing

What is the purpose of the reservoir being constructed south of Lake Okeechobee?

• To create a new recreational area

• To redirect water through the Everglades

• To store excess water for agriculture

• To generate hydroelectric power

What was the impact of building the Tamiami Trail in 1928?

• It improved water flow to the Everglades

• It cut off South Florida from its natural water source

• It created new habitats for wildlife

• It reduced pollution in the Everglades

What is the final destination of the water journey in the Everglades?

• Tamiami Trail

• Florida Bay

• Shingle Creek

• Lake Okeechobee