Creating a Biodiversity Timeline

Now it is your turn to explore the story of a species. Investigating the history of a specific species allows you to identify major population changes, analyze their causes, and consider their effects. You will be able to use your timeline to analyze the data and demonstrate the impact human activities can have on biodiversity.

Timeline Tip: Jumpstart Your Research

In selecting a plant or animal, look for one with a long history of intersecting with humans. This will make it more likely to find citizen observations and newspaper articles, as well as scientific research, that you can use to document change over time.

Creating a Biodiversity Timeline

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