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Did you know that fire ant colonies are seen as small mounds on the surface of Earth but underground, tunnels can extend as far as 25 feet away? Viewers learn about the unique history of fire ants, from the pain of their sting to their arrival and spreading in the United States.
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Instructional Ideas
- Video can be used in a number of units - invasive species, introduced species, biological control, history of environmentalism, or a unit on bugs
- Have learners research the Phorid flies and present findings to the class
Classroom Considerations
- Last 30 seconds of the video contain advertisements, links to their website, previews of other videos, and merchandise for sale
- This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
- Includes high-quality images, diagrams, and videos
- Great embedded video showing fire ant carpets floating on water
- Images, videos, and content is very engaging for middle and high school learners
Cons
- None