🌿 Part 1: Understanding NZ Ecosystems

1. Circle the ecosystems that are found in New Zealand:

Native forests

Wetlands

Kelp forests

Desert

Alpine regions

Tropical rainforest

2. What is global warming?

3. Name two native New Zealand animals that might be affected by climate change:

1. _________________________

2. _________________________

🌡️ Part 2: Climate Change Effects

4. Match the climate change cause with its effect on NZ ecosystems:

1. Rising temperatures

2. Sea level rise

3. Changed rainfall patterns

4. Ocean warming

A. Coastal wetlands flooded

B. Kelp forests dying

C. Alpine plants moving higher

D. Wetlands drying up

5. How might warmer temperatures affect bird migration in New Zealand?

🐧 Part 3: Species Under Threat

6. Which of these statements about climate change and NZ wildlife is TRUE? (Circle one)

All animals can easily adapt to warmer temperatures

Penguins need cooler waters to find food

Climate change only affects land animals

Native plants are not affected by temperature changes

7. Fill in the blanks about invasive species:

When the climate gets ________, some ________ species from warmer countries can survive in New Zealand. This creates ________ for our native plants and animals because they have to compete for ________ and habitat.

8. Explain how rising sea levels could affect yellow-eyed penguins (hoiho):

🗺️ Part 4: Mind Map Planning

9. Create a simple mind map showing how global warming affects NZ ecosystems. Start with "Global Warming" in the centre and draw connections to at least 4 effects:

10. List three things that surprised you about climate change impacts on New Zealand: