Learn about the wildlife of wetlands when coloring jumbo black and
white prints (18" x 20") with crayons, colored pencils or paint. Each
poster ecosystem includes teaching concepts that describe the dynamics of
each habitat, plant and animal survival techniques, adaptations and
relationships. A coloring guide is included and a list of all the plants and
animals in each ecosystem. The original graphics of these posters are
on display at a science museum teaching over 600,000 visitors annually about the importance of
wetlands. Printed on 80 lb. heavy duty paper, these posters are
suitable for framing!
Posters are $12.95 each plus S & H
(you will receive a black and white print -
pictured below are the colored pictures included as a quide 4" x 4")
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MANGROVE ESTUARIES |
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The arching roots of mangrove trees crawl along shallow ocean floors trapping detritus and making new land formations. Animals such as manatees, snook, barracuda, shrimp, tunicates, oysters, osprey, raccoons and others find refuge here. Find out why it is termed "Nursery of the Sea" and is considered critical rearing grounds for certain species. |
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CORAL REEFS |
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Under the warm rays of the sun, coral cathedrals form havens for sealife such as sharks, angelfish, stingrays, starfish, sea urchins and many more. Find out how corals are formed and why they need sunlight to thrive. Discover groupers, cleaner shrimps and other critters in a coral reef community. |
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CYPRESS SWAMP & SLOUGH |
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What makes a swamp different than a slough? Why do anhingas dry their wings? Spot cypress trees and their knees, see orchids and airplants and find dozens of hidden animals lurking within. |
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THE FLORIDA EVERGLADES |
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Wildlife abounds in one of the most endangered wetland ecosystems found worldwide called the Florida Everglades. Discover why alligator holes are so important for birds, fish and mammals and why wet and dry seasons are part of the circle of life. |
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COASTAL BEACHES |
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Strong surf, moving sands, high winds and salty waters can make living at the beach a challenge for many seaside creatures and plants. Find out how they do it and discover animals found under foot, on the sands surface and aerial divers that dine on what the tides bring in. |
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