Questions and Answers
What is the driving question for the Lion Genetics and Geography section?
How do we know which lion prides are related to each other?
What are the GPS coordinates for Cameroon?
7.3697 N, 12.3547 E
What are the GPS coordinates for Tsavo?
2.1833 S, 38.4167 E
What are the GPS coordinates for Fannie Roberts?
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What are the GPS coordinates for Sabi Sands?
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What are the GPS coordinates for Umfolozi?
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What are the GPS coordinates for Zimbabwe?
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What are the GPS coordinates for Zambia?
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What are the GPS coordinates for Kalahari?
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What are the GPS coordinates for Botswana?
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What are the GPS coordinates for Etosha?
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Study Notes
Lion Prides and Geographic Data
- Understanding the relatedness of lion prides involves analyzing data through geographical coordinates.
- GPS coordinates are essential for pinpointing the exact locations of various lion populations in Africa.
GPS Coordinates and Locations
- Cameroon: 7.3697 N, 12.3547 E
- Tsavo: 2.1833 S, 38.4167 E
- Fannie Roberts: 26.5225 S, 31.4659 E
- Sabi Sands: 24.788 S, 31.4914 E
- Umfolozi: 28.3430 S, 31.9743 E
- Zimbabwe: 19.0154 S, 29.1549 E
- Zambia: 13.1339 S, 27.8493 E
- Kalahari: 25.5920 S, 21.8493 E
- Botswana: 22.3285 S, 24.6849 E
- Etosha: 18.8556 S, 16.3293 E
Mapping Activity
- Utilize Google Maps to locate each pride by entering the provided GPS coordinates.
- Important to zoom out to identify the countries corresponding to each pride's location.
- Create a color or symbol-coded map to visually represent each lion population, enhancing understanding of their geographic distribution.
Conclusion Insights
- The relationship among lion prides can be inferred from their geographic spread and proximity to one another, offering insights into possible lineage and interactions.
- Accurate plotting and mapping are crucial for the study of lion genetics and pride relatedness.
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Explore the relationships between lion prides through genetic data and geographical locations. This quiz guides you on how to utilize GPS coordinates to analyze pride relatedness effectively. Discover the connections between wildlife genetics and their habitats.
