Earth Day 2023

5. This is the world's largest coral reef system composed of over 2,900 individual reefs and can be seen from space. (Three words)
6. The heaviest members of the weasel family, this marine mammal is the symbol of Fredericksburg and can be found in the Rappahannock.
7. Known for its black and white coat and profound love for bamboo, this bear can kick your but with its Kung-fu.
10. This extremely heavy, pelagic fish is an active and agile predator, and among the fastest-swimming fish. It also makes for great sushi.
11. This agency protects people and the environment from significant health risks, sponsors and conducts research, and develops and enforces environmental regulations. (Acronym for the agency)
12. This feline is the largest living cat species and is an apex predator found on the Asian continent.
14. Natural or made without chemicals.
15. An estimated 31% of the 430 types of this tree are threatened with extinction.

1. This baleen whale is found in all oceans except the Artic and is the largest mammal known to exist. (Two Words)
2. The natural home of an animal, plant, or other organisms.
3. Annual event held on April 22nd to demonstrate support for environmental protection.
4. The most abundant element in Earth’s atmosphere.
8. This flowering plant is a succulent perennial plant that is native through most of the length of North and South America.
9. The largest river basin in the world, this area is the world’s richest and most biodiverse region in the world.
13. The science of organisms and their environment.