Introduction to Ecosystems

The video explores two contrasting environments: the arid desert and the water-rich cypress swamp. It highlights the adaptations of plants and animals in these ecosystems. The desert features plants like the saguaro cactus and animals that adapt to scarce water. In contrast, the cypress swamp in Florida is rich in biodiversity, with large cypress trees, birds, and reptiles. The video also introduces the concept of environments, emphasizing the interaction between living and nonliving components.

What types of living organisms can be found in a cypress swamp?

What is meant by the term 'environment' in the context of living and nonliving things?