Reading Materials - Tropical Rainforest

Flipped Reading Task-Some examples of effective adaptations for survival in rainforest environments
include:Camouflage: Many rainforest animals, such as snakes and frogs, have camouflage that helps them to
blend in with their surroundings. This helps them to avoid predators and prey on other animals undetected.
Mimicry: Some rainforest animals have evolved to mimic other animals, either to avoid predators or to catch
prey. For example, viceroy butterflies mimic the monarch butterfly, which is poisonous to predators. This deters
predators from eating the viceroy butterfly, even though it is not actually poisonous. another eg; toucan
Poison: Some rainforest animals, such as snakes and frogs, are poisonous. This helps them to deter predators
and kill their prey.
Arboreal locomotion: Many rainforest animals, such as monkeys and sloths, are adapted for moving through
trees. This helps them to escape predators and access food sources that are not available on the ground.
Nocturnality: Many rainforest animals are nocturnal, meaning they are active at night and sleep during the day.
This helps them to avoid predators, which are often more active during the day. For example, jaguars are
nocturnal predators that hunt at night.
Adaptation of plants
How does this help the plant

Adaptation
survive?
Large roots widening the base of the tree

that sit above hence making it more secure.
the soil
Buttress roots
Drip tip leaves Shape that help to prevent rotting and fungus
quickly funnel growth.
water off the
leaves
Lianas thin, woody use trees as support to climb

vines that plant higher to reach the sunlight.
their roots in
the ground
Epiphytes plants grow on use their host for support and to

the branches raise them up to higher levels
and trunks of where there is more sunlight.
larger trees.
Pitcher plants brightly they trapped the insects and

coloured dissolve the poisonous liquid in
leaves and them.
nectar to attract
insects
Animals adaptation
Poison dart frog-They have wide, flat, sticky feet
that help them climb trees to catch their food. They
don’t spend much time in water so don’t have
webbed toes like other frogs.
Toucans can also mimic the sounds of

other birds and monkeys.
Sloths have very sharp claws that they use to

grip onto branches.
Sloths have very slow metabolisms.

Spider Monkeys-They are brown, grey or red,
helping them to remain camouflaged.
The tails of spider monkeys are long and straight.

They can use them as an extra limb, allowing them
to hang and swing in trees easily. They are social
animals.
How human actions can impact the biodiversity of rainforest ecosystems:
Deforestation: Rainforests are being cleared for a variety of reasons, including agriculture, logging, mining, and
road construction. This destroys the habitat of many rainforest plants and animals, leading to their decline or
extinction.
 Climate change: Climate change is causing changes in temperature, precipitation patterns, and sea
levels. These changes are disrupting rainforest ecosystems and making it difficult for many plants and
animals to survive.
 Pollution: Pollution from air, water, and soil can also harm rainforest plants and animals. For example, air
pollution from cars and factories can damage rainforest leaves and reduce their ability to
photosynthesize.
 Overhunting: Some rainforest animals are hunted for their meat, fur, or other body parts. This can lead to
the overexploitation of certain species and their decline or extinction.
 Invasive species: Invasive species are plants and animals that are introduced to a new ecosystem where
they have no natural predators. They can compete with native plants and animals for resources and food,
leading to their decline or extinction.
How to protect and preserve rainforest ecosystems for future generations:
 Reduce deforestation: We can reduce deforestation by supporting sustainable forestry practices and by
buying products from companies that are committed to protecting rainforests.
 Reduce climate change: We can reduce climate change by reducing our greenhouse gas emissions. This
can be done by driving less, using public transportation, and switching to renewable energy sources.
 Reduce pollution: We can reduce pollution by supporting policies that protect clean air and water. We can
also reduce our own pollution by driving less, using less energy, and recycling.
 Prevent overhunting: We can prevent overhunting by supporting laws and regulations that protect wildlife.
We can also avoid buying products that are made from animals that are hunted to endangerment.
 Control invasive species: We can control invasive species by supporting programs that identify and
remove them from rainforest ecosystems.
Steps taken by UAE to preserve rainforest biodiversity-The Emirates Wildlife Society (EWS) is a non-profit
organization that works to protect wildlife and habitats in the UAE and around the world.
The Green Planet, an indoor tropical rainforest located in Dubai, offers educational programs on rainforest
biodiversity and conservation.
The Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo offers educational programs on rainforest biodiversity and
conservation. The Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo is home to a variety of rainforest animals, including
caimans, piranhas, and anacondas.
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Flipped Reading Task-Some examples of effective adaptations for survival in rainforest environments

How does this help the plant

Large roots widening the base of the tree

Lianas thin, woody use trees as support to climb

Epiphytes plants grow on use their host for support and to

Pitcher plants brightly they trapped the insects and

Toucans can also mimic the sounds of

Sloths have very sharp claws that they use to

Sloths have very slow metabolisms.

The tails of spider monkeys are long and straight.

How human actions can impact the biodiversity of rainforest ecosystems:

How to protect and preserve rainforest ecosystems for future generations:

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