Name: _________________________________

Energy Pyramid Activity

1. Select one of the following Biome options:
1. Desert
2. River
3. Temperate Deciduous Forest
4. Tropical Rain Forest
5. Tundra

2. Using the “Biome Animal Guide,” find a minimum of 4 producers, 3 primary

consumers, 2 secondary consumers, and 1 tertiary consumer. Bonus points
will be given for additional organisms in each level.
 4 Producers:
1. _________________
2. _________________
3. _________________
4. _________________
 3 Primary Consumers:
1. _________________
2. _________________
3. _________________
 2 Secondary Consumers:
1. _________________
2. _________________
 1 Tertiary Consumer:
1. _________________

3. Make sure each organism is accurately placed. Once finished, draw the organisms and
add color to your energy pyramid.

Post-Question:
Respond with at least 5 sentences: Choose one level and explain what would happen if it were
removed from the pyramid. How would it affect the other levels and the ecosystem? Include
specific examples of other species that might be impacted. (Put answer on the back of this page)
Respond with at least 5 sentences: Choose one level and explain what would happen if it were
removed from the pyramid. How would it affect the other levels and the ecosystem? Include
specific examples of other species that might be impacted.

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