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This is
an initial post for biodiversity. It just must be 250 words. And please list
all references that you may use. The state
that has to be used is South Carolina. For
this activity, you will compose your initial post by including the answers to
parts A-D. Your replies will include the answers to part E questions.Part A.
Local threaten species search1.The Red List of Threatened Species (Links to an external
site.)Links to an external site.is constantly being updated
and modified, use it to find the most current, accurate information.2.From the web page, select the “Other Search Options.” 3.The new screen will display a series of options for searching
the database. Click on “Location” in the red box on the left-hand side of
the screen. Expand “Land Regions” by clicking on the “+” until you can
see countries/states listed in a region of interest. Put a check in the
box next to “your” country/state of interest (suggestion: pick a country or
U.S. state you would like to learn more about).IMPORTANT: Click
the red arrow to move your selection into the box on the right-hand side of the
screen. Click on “Run Search.” How many species were returned?4.Narrow your list: Now click on “Assessment” in the red box
on the left-hand side of the screen. Expand “Red List Categories.”
Un-check all categories except CR and EN. Click on “Refine.” Now
how many species were returned?5.These are the species that, without concerted conservation
effort, are about to be lost from your country/state.Using the list you generated, consider:
What does it matter if these species go extinct in your country? In other
words, why are they important? In a
sentence, write down the country/state you selected and the number of CR and
EN species on your list.Part B.
Direct use valueSearch
through the species list and identify one imperiled species that provides significant
value as a good or product. Describe that value. Does the
species represent a source of food? Of fiber? Of materials?
Of medicine? Is it traded? What loss would its extinction
represent? Write down the species’ name and your thoughts on its value
as a good.Part C.
Indirect use valueNow
search through the list of imperiled species of your country/state and identify
one species that provides a significant ecological value, function, or service.
Describe its ecological value. Ecological values can often be the most
elusive to identify so think hard about this species and how it fits into and
contributes to the ecosystem where it lives. Does the species provide
pollination services? Does it prey on pests? Does it play a role in
nutrient and carbon cycles? Think broadly about ecosystem interactions
and consider what role this species might play. What ecological loss
would this species’ extinction represent? Write down the species’ name
and your thoughts on its ecological role.Part D.
Other indirect values – cultural and spiritual valueNow
search through the species list and identify one imperiled species that has
cultural value. Describe that value. Does the species play a
role in myth or literature? Is it beautiful? Is it scary? Is
it intriguing or curious? What loss would its extinction represent?
Write down the species’ name and your thoughts on its cultural significance
to you.
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