BETA
Chapter 1
The biology of a survivor
Chapter 2
A global family tree
Chapter 3
Legends of the upside-down tree
Chapter 4
The ecosystem anchor
YOUR GOAL
Master of The baobab tree of life
Ch 4 · The ecosystem anchor
artiteacher Build an upside-down baobab to discover how this giant tree supports African wildlife.
artiteacher The ecosystem anchor
I've got an ocean of rain locked inside my trunk to keep the savanna alive!
artiteacher Large, white baobab flowers open only at night and are pollinated primarily by fruit bats.
artiteacher Baobab fruit pods contain a dry, powdery pulp that is exceptionally rich in vitamin C and antioxidants.
Fun Fact
Baobab fruit: Baobab fruit is the only fruit in the world that dries naturally on the branch without rotting.
Quiz
Baobab fruit powder is famous for containing six times more of which nutrient than oranges?
Quiz
Which nocturnal creature is the primary pollinator of night-blooming baobab flowers?
Quiz
Which animal is known to chew on baobab bark during droughts to extract moisture?