Practica tu inglés en Parque Nacional Everglades

The Everglades are the largest subtropical wilderness in the United States.

Located in the state of Florida, Everglades National Park covers nearly one and a half million acres (the largest subtropical wilderness in the United States). It is the anchor to South Florida’s ecosystem, and encompasses an incredibly rich mixture of plant and wildlife habitats.

This mangrove ecosystem and marine estuary is home to 36 protected species, including the Florida panther, American crocodile, and West Indian manatee. Some areas have been drained and developed; restoration projects aim to restore the ecology.

📝 Reading Comprehension Exercise: Everglades National Park

Questions:

1. Where is Everglades National Park located?
2. What makes this park special in terms of size?
3. What kind of ecosystem does the park have?
4. Name two animals that live in the Everglades.
5. What is being done in areas that have been drained and developed?

✅ Answer Key:

1. It is located in the state of Florida.
2. It is the largest subtropical wilderness in the United States.
3. It has a mangrove ecosystem and a marine estuary.
4. Possible answers: the Florida panther, American crocodile, or West Indian manatee.
5. Restoration projects aim to restore the ecology.