Snag Tree Secrets
In Snag Tree Secrets, Ranger Hamza and the Ramblers come upon a dead tree called a snag. Join the kids as they learn about the various ways animals use snag trees. This video is excerpted from BBC's Ranger Hamza’s Eco Quest, a nature exploration show in which Ranger Hamza and the Ramblers go on quests to discover nature’s wonders and the important role they play in our environment.
Join Ranger Hamza and the Ramblers on an eco quest to discover one of nature's wonders and the important role it plays in our environment. Learn more.
Lesson Express
Q: What are some clues that a tree is dead?
A: It’s lost all of its leaves and there’s no sign of new ones. Also, its bark is falling off.
Q: Why do woodpeckers often use dead trees as their homes?
A: It is easier to peck into a dead tree than a live tree.
Q: Have you ever seen a dead tree? What did you notice about it?
A: Student answers will vary.
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