Habitats and Ecosystems Characteristics

The video introduces the concept of habitats, explaining that they are places where animals and plants live. It focuses on land habitats, specifically rainforests, deserts, and savannahs. Each habitat is described in terms of its environment, climate, and the types of animals and plants that inhabit it. The rainforest is characterized by tall trees and heavy rainfall, hosting animals like monkeys and birds. Deserts are hot and dry, home to camels and cacti. Savannahs are grassy plains with few trees, inhabited by zebras and elephants.

What is a habitat?

• A kind of weather

• A type of food

• A type of animal

• A place where animals and plants live

Which of the following is a characteristic of a rainforest?

• Very little vegetation

• Tall trees and lots of rain

• Snowy conditions

• Cold weather

Which animal is commonly found in the rainforest?

• Camel

• Monkey

• Zebra

• Penguin

What is a defining feature of a desert?

• Abundant rainfall

• Snowy landscapes

• Dense forests

• Very little rain

Which plant is typically found in the desert?

• Elephant grass

• Bamboo

• Cactus

• Orchid

What is a characteristic of the Savannah?

• Dense forests

• Wetlands

• Lots of grass and few trees

• Snowy mountains

Which animal is commonly found in the Savannah?

• Iguana

• Penguin

• Scorpion

• Zebra

Which tree is found in the Savannah?

• Bamboo

• Umbrella thorn tree

• Elephant tree

• Pine tree