Padlet sang trọng của tôi by Hoàng Huy

Things you know about African countries

huy508685 — 2024-12-19 01:31:30 UTC

- African elephants inhabit various ecosystems across the continent, predominantly in regions like savannas and forests rather than the Sahara Desert, which does not support their natural habitat .

Things you have seen online about elephants

huy508685 — 2024-12-19 01:34:32 UTC

Elephants are often referred to as "gentle giants," highlighting their social behaviors and family ties, which include protective dynamics among family members.

Other herbivores:

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• Giraffes: They eat leaves from tall trees, especially acacias.

• Zebras: Graze on grasses in savanna ecosystems.

• Deer: Found in forests and grasslands, they feed on plants and shrubs.

• Hippopotamuses: Primarily eat grass.

• Rabbits: Eat vegetables, grasses, and leafy greens.

A time when you were hot and what you did to cool off

huy508685 — 2024-12-19 01:36:01 UTC

Elephants utilize their large ears to help regulate body temperature, a behavior akin to what humans might do when seeking relief from heat .

Objects made from tusks (ivory):

huy508685 — 2024-12-19 01:37:06 UTC

Tusks from elephants are crafted into items like jewelry, sculptures, and game pieces, although this has raised concerns about sustainability and conservation.

A story you read about African wildlife:

huy508685 — 2024-12-19 01:37:51 UTC

The African savanna elephant lives in sub-Saharan Africa in a matriarchal social structure. These elephants can live over 70 years old.

Other animals that live to be old:

huy508685 — 2024-12-19 01:38:57 UTC

Tortoises, parrots, and whales are examples of animals that can live for many decades.

News about poachers:

huy508685 — 2024-12-19 01:39:35 UTC

Poaching has severely reduced elephant populations, and it continues to be one of the greatest threats to the survival of these animals

Other endangered or vulnerable animals:

huy508685 — 2024-12-19 01:40:03 UTC

vulnerable animals: The black rhinoceros, orangutans, and marine turtles are also listed as endangered or vulnerable species.

How many species of African elephants exist? Which one is more common?

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There are two species of African elephants: the African savanna elephant (Loxodonta africana) and the African forest elephant (Loxodonta cyclotis). The savanna elephant is the more common of the two.

If an animal is herbivorous, what does it eat?

2024-12-19 01:48:58 UTC

Herbivorous animals eat plants, including leaves, grass, fruits, roots, and bark.

Given that elephants are herbivorous, what can you infer is NOT part of their diet?

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Elephants do not eat meat or other animal products.

Elephants live in matriarchal families. What does matriarchal mean?

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Matriarchal means that the family or group is led by a female, often the oldest or most experienced female in the group.

The writer notes that most African elephants have tusks, which they use to dig up food. How would you describe tusks?

2024-12-19 01:53:34 UTC

Tusks are long, curved, ivory teeth that extend from an elephant’s upper jaw. They are used for digging, defense, and stripping bark from trees.

The writer mentions that savanna elephants live in open spaces in sub-Saharan Africa. From what you might know about the Sahara Desert, why do you think they don’t live in the northern part of Africa?

2024-12-19 01:54:19 UTC

The Sahara Desert is extremely dry and lacks the vegetation and water sources elephants need to survive, making it unsuitable for their habitat.

The writer says that elephants are a threatened species. What do you think threatens their existence?

2024-12-19 01:56:15 UTC

Threats to elephants include poaching for ivory, habitat loss due to deforestation and human expansion.

Which paragraph expresses the writer's opinion about the number of African elephants? How does the writer feel?

24007639 — 2024-12-19 01:59:00 UTC

The elephants are a threatened species. Their numbers decreased throughout the 20th century, and today there are only about half a million left. The writer feels sadly.