The Lynx Eats the Hare

Perform this simple pencil and paper simulation of the interspecific interaction between a predator population and that of its primary prey. Students will discover the inextricable link between the two populations in this surprisingly realistic and involving activity

Lesson Variations

Blooms taxonomy level: 
Understanding

Helpful Hints

Materials (for each group):

  • Flat surface, 12″ × 12″ square 
  • Colored tape or masking tape
  • Paper squares, one-inch (snowshoe hares), 300 
  • Cardboard square, three-inch (represents a Canadian lynx)
  • Graph paper 
  • Population data table
  • Paper cutter or scissors

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