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Classroom Debates

Debate topic:  Feral Cats

Debate Format

4-6 minute Position Presentation - Pro

4-6 minute Position Presentation - Con

3-4 minute Rebuttal - Pro

3-4 minute Rebuttal - Con

1-2 minute Response/Summary- Pro

1-2 minute Response/Summary - Con

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General Comments:

Strengths

Weaknesses

Improvements

Silver Fox Rabbit

Status of Endangerment: Threatened 

The Silver Fox rabbit was the third breed developed in the US. They are used for both meat and fur. Unlike a lot of breeds, the their fur stands straight up and doesn't fall back like others. They have a docile temperament and gentle. They are rare breed of rabbit showed by that they are threatened. That means they are not likely to become extinct for awhile and not as critical then other species.

Black Welsh Mountain Sheep
Status of Endangerment: Threatened

The Mountain welsh sheep is the only full black breed of sheep in the U.K. They are average sized sheep that  are used for  their thick wool and for meat. The breed has been called exotic in North America and alot of farmers keep them a secret do to low population although they are almost perfect for production. IN 2012 the population fell under 5000, which increased their value but has now put them in the threatened category of endangered species.

                                                      Florida Cracker Sheep

Status of Endangerment: Critical

The Florida Cracker sheep is known to be one of the oldest breeds of sheep. These sheep originally developed through natural selection in humid semitropical conditions around Florida. They were looked to for their wool and meat, declining the number of Florida Cracker sheep immensely. Their existence is in a critical endangerment, meaning it is in the group of animals with the highest likeliness of going extinct. These sheep are known to be wild and vigorous. They range from 100 to 150 lbs, depending on how well it is fed. It is also able to survive in harsh weather conditions.

Endangered Species- Clydesdale

Clydesdale

 Endangered Species Status: Watch

 

Used for promotional hitches, draft

 

The breed was first imported to America in the 1840s, because of their size and attractiveness, they were popular for promotional hitches. The breed only survived in North America due to the fact that Anheuser Busch company committed to the breeding of Clydesdale horses in the 1950s & 1960s. The market of the 1800s favored a more compact animal, but in recent years, has switched to a taller horse to be used in the hitches. The North American population of Clydesdale horses has steadily increased and is currently at an all-time high. The global population is estimated around 5,000 horses.

~Kayla

Endangered Species

Texas Longhorn

Used for beef production. Good for grazing. Known for their longevity, fertility, and adaptability.

Endangered Species Status: Critical

This breed is listed under the critical endangered species list because in the early 1900's British, European, and Indian breeds were of higher quality and in more of a demand, so the longhorns popularity dropped causing farmers to select against bread the Longhorn.

Magpie Duck

Magpie Duck

Used for meat and eggs. The eggs are medium to large sized and white in color. They are docile, active, and sometimes high strung animals.
Endangered Species Status: Critical
This breed is endangered because the meat in gourmet quality making it demanded. Each bird yields portions suitable for 2-3 people. Their genetics are complex, making good show specimens a challenge.