Antarctica: Animal Adaptations

Antarctica: Animal Adaptations

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What adaptations do animals have to help them survive the harsh Antarctic conditions? This extended resource is designed for Year 5 and 6 Biology students who are learning about animal adaptations and ecosystems. It covers the physical, behavioural and physiological … Continued
Antarctica: Twilight zone

Antarctica: Twilight zone

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What causes the length of day and night to change in the Twilight Zone? This extended resource is designed for Year 7 Earth and Space students who are learning about daylight hours. It covers the changing seasons, location and latitude, … Continued
Good Krill Hunting

Good Krill Hunting

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Antarctica’s most iconic animals depend on the tiny, prolific and surprisingly charismatic krill. Andrew Bain reports on the research into this seemingly invincible crustacean and its now uncertain future. Take a deep dive into the importance of Antarctic krill in … Continued
Antarctica & Climate Change

Antarctica & Climate Change

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Topics: Biological Sciences – Ecosystems Additional - Careers Concepts (South Australia): Biological Sciences - Interdependence and Ecosystems Years: 6, 7, 8, 9 Video length: 1:30m The Australian Antarctic Division produced this short video showing just one of the results of climate … Continued