Predator and Prey Dynamics Lab

Get your students thinking like ecologists with this Predator and Prey Dynamics Lab! This hands-on activity challenges students to analyze real-world predator-prey relationships, make predictions, and interpret data to uncover the patterns that shape ecosystems.

By graphing and analyzing population data, students will explore how predator and prey species interact and influence each other over time. With engaging, thought-provoking questions, this lab encourages critical thinking and a deeper understanding of ecological balance.

Why You’ll Love This Lab:

✅ Hands-On & Interactive – Students actively engage in data collection and graphing to visualize ecological relationships.
✅ Encourages Higher-Order Thinking – Includes questions that push students to analyze trends, make predictions, and draw conclusions.
✅ Real-World Connections – Helps students understand how predator-prey dynamics affect ecosystems in nature.
✅ Easy to Implement – No complicated setup—just print and go!

What’s Inside?

? Student Lab – Clear instructions, data sets, and guiding questions for an engaging investigation.
? Instructor Answer Key – A complete key with explanations to support classroom discussions.

Perfect for biology, environmental science, and ecology units, this lab is an exciting way to help students grasp the complexity of predator-prey relationships in ecosystems!