Urban Habitats
Cities may have been built by and for people; however, many animals live alongside us. From birds in trees to coyotes moving through neighborhoods, wildlife is a part of the places where we live, learn, and play. In this lesson, students will explore the relationship between the built environment and urban wildlife, examining what organisms need to survive in their habitats. Using the coyote as a case study, students will learn that some animals can survive in urban habitats because they are adaptable, use many spaces, and eat many foods. Students will then work in groups to sort or rank urban habitats to understand how different city spaces may support or limit urban wildlife.
