An alligator lives in a swamp, because he needs to be near water.

A bald eagle lives in the mountains, because he likes the tall trees on the mountaintops.

There are some plants that can only be found in a certain habitat. If something happens to the habitat, the plants and animals can die.

Last year there was a big fire in the Okefenokee Swamp. It burned for two months. A lot of plants and animals were killed, and others died because they couldn't find food to eat after the fire. The fire damaged the habitat.

Help take care of our habitats by planting trees and picking up trash. Put out bird feeders to help the birds find food.

Want to help Georgia's environment? Check out this link:  http://www.gaconservancy.org/Home/Home.asp.

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