Mini Beasts and Their Habitats

The video explores micro habitats within a garden, focusing on areas like compost bins, logs, and leaf litter. It highlights the role of mini beasts in breaking down organic matter into soil. The video also provides a guide on building a bug hotel using common garden materials, encouraging viewers to engage with nature and contribute to the ecosystem.

What is a micro habitat?

• A habitat within another habitat

• A type of plant

• A type of animal

• A large ecosystem

Where can you find a micro habitat in a garden?

• Inside a house

• On top of a tree

• Under a log or stone

• In the sky

What role do worms play in a compost bin?

• They build nests

• They eat the plants

• They break down food into soil

• They scare away other animals

Which creatures are commonly found on the lid of a compost bin?

• Birds

• Fish

• Slugs and worms

• Cats

What is a common feature of a micro habitat under a log?

• It is very hot

• It is very bright

• It is moist and dark

• It is very dry

What creatures might you find under a log?

• Cats and dogs

• Fish and frogs

• Birds and bees

• Woodlice and snails

Why do mini beasts prefer moist and dark conditions?

• It provides the right conditions for them

• They need it for photosynthesis

• They can fly better in the dark

• They like to sunbathe

What is the purpose of a bug hotel?

• To store food

• To grow plants

• To provide shelter for mini beasts

• To house large animals

What materials can be used to make a bug hotel?

• Plastic and metal

• Glass and concrete

• Rubber and fabric

• Stones, wood, and straw

What activity is encouraged alongside making a bug hotel?

• Planting a vegetable garden

• Painting a fence

• Going on a mini beast hunt

• Building a treehouse