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- 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.
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- 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.