Iowa Prairies

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Iowa's prairies developed over thousands of years after the glaciers retreated, and the state's landscape has changed significantly. Let's learn more about the history and future of Iowa by becoming a Prairie Expert!

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Approximately what percentage of Iowa was covered by prairies in the early 1800s? (525 divided by 7)

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When did pioneers start settling in Iowa? (366 x5)

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Once pioneers arrived in Iowa how long did it take for the state to be covered with small farms and for most of Iowa's prairies to disappear? (5x11)-(15)

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the process of adding carbon to the environment over several years

the process of capturing and storing carbon dioxide to reduce the amount of carbon in the atmosphere and limit climate change

the process of replanting prairies in the right sequence

Watch this video:What is carbon sequestration?

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A remnant prairie is the only one that has a variety of plant species

A reconstructed prairie has more plant species

A reconstructed prairie doesn't have as many plant species

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Now play this video and answer:What is one difference between a remnant prairies and a reconstructed prairie?

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They formed when ancient glaciers melted, leaving depressions in the land.

They were caused by volcanic eruptions millions of years ago.

They were dug by early settlers for farming purposes.

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How were prairie potholes created?

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Take a good look at this image:Iowa's largest surviving prairies are found in the Loess Hills. They are in the eastern part of Iowa.

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Doolittle Prairie is in Story County, which is south of Hamilton County.

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D. Native Americans managed prairies with controlled burns

B. Settlers began plowing prairies for farming,

E. 99.9% of prairies are gone.

C. Preserving prairies through protected areas and education.

A. Glaciers melted, creating fertile tallgrass prairies.

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4. Prevents erosion.

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6. Controlled burns.

5. Protect land from development.

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3.Plant native grasses

2. Helps absorb and store carbon dioxide

1. Diverse habitat.

How to preserve prairies

Benefits of prairies

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Hayden Prairie State Preserve has approximately ________ different bird species. (9+ 2) x 3 +(20-10)

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How many acres is Kamrar Wildlife Management Area? https://www.mycountyparks.com/County/Hamilton/Park/Kamrar-Wildlife-Management-Area.aspx

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hand weeding

controlled fires

fertilizer

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What is one of the best ways to manage prairies?

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Grant Wood's mural called "Breaking the Prairie Sod" is displayed at the University of Iowa.

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Put these nature preserves and protected areas in Iowa in order from largest to smallest.

C. Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge (100 x 11)

E. Ames National Wildlife Refuge (500 x 4)

D. Yellow River State Forest (17,000 divided by 2 )

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B. Hickory Hills Park (10,000-4,500 )

A. Loess Hills Prairie (40,000 x 3 )

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