Fighting the fire ant – As a citizen scientist – Years 9-12 (Stage 5, Stage 6, Teacher, Parent)
ACTIVITY OUTLINE:
- How to identify Red imported fire ants
- How to identify fire ant mounds
- Impact on the society, environment, agriculture and our culture
- How DNA testing is being used to identify the state of origin of the ants in NSW
- How to report sightings
- How to get involved as a citizen scientist in fire ant prevention
IS THIS A FREE EVENT? Yes
BROUGHT TO YOU BY: NSW Department of Primary Industries
Event Details
Event Type
On Demand (available until: 31-Dec-2025 11:59PM)
Delivery Platform
Duration
Price
Free
Curriculum
Secondary
Main KLA, Strand, Sub Strand
Science and Tech » Living World 7-10
Other KLAs
Science and Tech » Biology
Science and Tech » Agriculture
Joining The Event
Technology and Materials Requirements
Mandatory technology requirements:
- Computer,
- Internet access
Pre Event Requirements
Use the worksheet and answer guide for students to answer whilst listening to the webinar. Download it from: https://www.nswdpi-schools-program.com/fireants-secondary
Post Event Requirements
For supplementary Primary and Secondary science classroom resources and information on conducting fire ant surveillance in your school and community go to: https://www.nswdpi-schools-program.com/fire-ants-2023
More Information About This Event
Find the NSW DPI Schools Programs’ whole suite of learning resources, careers promotion, student events and Teacher Professional Development opportunities at: https://www.nswdpi-schools-program.com/