Scavenger Hunt by Brianna King

Fishpole Bamboo (Phyllostachys Aurea)

bk748 — 2024-08-25 23:34:07 UTC

This type of bamboo comes from parts of China, but can now be found in eastern parts of the United states. It competes with native plants for resources like sunlight and water. This alters wildlife habitats as well.

Meadow Mushroom (Agaricus Campestris)

bk748 — 2024-08-25 23:42:24 UTC

Meadow Mushrooms come from the north shore of the black sea. Now, they can be found all over Europe, North America, Australia, New Zealand, and Asia. In their environment, the mushrooms are responsible for things like decomposition and nutrient cycling within the soil.

Common Copperleaf (Acalypha Rhomboidea)

bk748 — 2024-08-25 23:49:50 UTC

This plant was discovered in northeastern part of the United States, but has spread to ares of eastern Canada. It helps with the health of the soil by preventing erosion and promoting a balanced ecosystem.

Silver Maple (Acer Saccharinum)

bk748 — 2024-08-25 23:55:02 UTC

This species is native to central North America and eastern United states. It has now also spread to areas of Europe. The silver maple acts acts as a habitat for many species in the area.

Hummingbird Clearwing (Hemaris thysbe)

bk748 — 2024-08-25 23:59:05 UTC

This moth is native to the northeastern United states region. It has spread slightly west into central United States, and southern Canada. In the areas, the insect works to pollinate flowers and plants.

Gray squirrel (Sciurus carolinensis)

bk748 — 2024-08-26 00:04:48 UTC

Gray squirrels are native to eastern north America. This is where most are still found today. These rodents help spread seeds and nits, but they also cause damage to trees and crops.

Litter

bk748 — 2024-08-26 00:07:41 UTC

Unfortunately, trash is commonly found in areas of nature where it does not belong. This type of litter damages the environment around it because it creates pollution and damages the habitats of surrounding wildlife.

Graffiti

bk748 — 2024-08-26 00:10:15 UTC

Graffiti can damage sensitive or fragile parts of nature. It can also make these parts unusable for wildlife.