Everglades Ecosystem Knowledge Assessment

The video discusses Everglades National Park in Florida, highlighting its unique ecosystem, diverse flora and fauna, and the challenges it faces due to historical development and environmental threats. It also covers visitor experiences and ongoing restoration efforts to protect this vital habitat.

What makes Everglades National Park unique compared to other national parks in the United States?

• It is the largest national park in the US.

• It was created to protect an ecosystem.

• It is the oldest national park.

• It has the most visitors annually.

Which of the following species is NOT considered endangered in the Everglades?

• American crocodile

• West Indian manatee

• Bald eagle

• Florida panther

Which plant is known for its sharp, saw-like teeth in the Everglades?

• Mangrove

• Sawgrass

• Gumbo limbo

• Royal palm

What is a popular activity for visitors in the Everglades during the dry winter season?

• Camping in the forest

• Skiing on the slopes

• Hiking the Anhinga Trail

• Swimming in the lakes

Which season is preferred by most visitors to the Everglades due to fewer insects?

• Summer

• Spring

• Winter

• Autumn

What was the primary goal of the Central and South Florida project approved by Congress in 1948?

• To provide water and flood protection

• To expand agricultural lands

• To build more theme parks

• To increase tourism

What was the initial belief of early settlers about the value of the Everglades?

• It was a great place for mining.

• It was a perfect location for a city.

• It had little value.

• It was a valuable resource for agriculture.

Which invasive species poses a significant threat to the Everglades ecosystem?

• European rabbits

• Burmese pythons

• African elephants

• Asian tigers

What is the main reason for the decline in the population of the Florida panther?

• Pollution

• Overfishing

• Climate change

• Loss of habitat and vehicle strikes

What is the goal of the Picayune Strand restoration project?

• To build new homes

• To re-establish natural water flow

• To increase tourism

• To create a new theme park