Predator control in the park
Introduction
Students investigate a range of introduced species that have detrimental effects on the indigenous ecosystems.We demonstrate monitoring and trapping methods in the field and illustrate predator damage to New Zealand native flora and fauna.
Level
Year groups: 1-13
Curriculum levels: 1-8
Learning areas
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Learning Area* |
Discipline |
Strand/AO |
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Biology |
A.S. 1.2, 1.5, 2.2, 2.3, 3.2, 3.4 |
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Education for Sustainability |
A.S. 2.2, 2.4, 2.5, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4 |
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Geography |
Understand how people interact with the environment Understand how cultural perceptions of environment have changed over time A.S. 1.4, 1.5, 1.8, 2.1, 2.5 |
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Science |
Living World |
Ecology – explain how living things respond to changes Evolution – appreciate living things in NZ are quite different to other parts of the world A.S. 1.10, |
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Nature of Science |
Participating – explore aspects of an issues and decide about possible actions |
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Technology |
Technological Practice |
BD – justify the nature of an intended outcome BD – Describe the key attributes A.S. 1.1, 1.2, 1.2, 1.5, 1.6 |
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Technological Knowledge |
CT – Draw knowledge from a wide range of disciplines A.S. 1.8, 1.9 |
*If you have another learning area you wish to explore, we can adapt.
Learning objectives
Students will:
- appreciate the gravity and concept of predator damage to native wildlife
- experience hands-on wildlife monitoring and trapping processes
- be introduced to functions and designs of modern trapping solutions.
Key competencies
Thinking, managing self and contributing
Details
Location: Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park Visitor Centre and local area
Duration: 1-2 hours
Hazard level: Minimal (commonsense around traps essential)
Cost: LEOTC fee