Morning Starters: Spring 2 - Deadly Creatures
Did You Know?
Humans are often considered the world’s most deadly creatures due to their significant impact on the environment, other species and each other. Rhinos are one of the many species around the world that are critically endangered due to poaching and habitat loss. Rhinos are poached by humans primarily for their horns, which are highly valued in some cultures. For example, in parts of Asia, rhino horns are believed to have medicinal properties, even though there is no scientific evidence to support this.
Credit: CBBC Newsround
Word Challenge
Look, Say, Cover, Write, Check
Use the above strategy to learn the spellings of the words underlined in the clip description.
Grammar Challenge
Copy and complete the sentence below with a reporting clause.
“My horn is not medicine,”____ .
Number Challenge
In 2022, a wildlife reserve recorded 480 poaching incidents. In 2023, new security measures (including anti-poaching patrols) reduced the number of incidents by 75%.
How many poaching incidents were there in 2023?