BTEC & T Level Dissection: Ruminant Digestion

Inside Nature: Ruminant digestive system resource pack (Level 2 & 3 qualifications in Animal Care/Management and Eduqas A Level Biology)

Watch ZSL’s 6-minute Inside Nature educational video, featuring a post-mortem examination and dissection of the digestive system of a Scimitar-horned oryx, aided by animations to support learning. Accompanying worksheets, mark schemes, and teacher guidance available in attachments.

Supports teaching of the ruminant digestive system including the structure and function of the four stomach chambers, using real-world wildlife science from ZSL’s zoos. At ZSL, any animal that passes away undergoes a post-mortem examination to understand cause of death, support scientific research, and maintain high welfare standards.

Pack contents:
• Teacher guidance document, including context and suggested delivery notes.
• Student worksheet with a variety of exam-style questions linked to the curriculum.
• Mark scheme to support efficient assessment.

Suitable for learners studying at the level of:
• BTEC Level 2 Animal Care
• City & Guilds Technicals in Animal Care (Level 2) and Management (Level 3)
• T Level Animal Care and Management (Level 3)
• Eduqas A Level Biology

How to use this resource:
Perfect for introducing the ruminant digestive system topic or reinforcing learning at the end of the unit. Video ends with a pause point, featuring suggested Q&A prompts on-screen, followed by an animation summary. Worksheets can be completed after watching the video or as homework.

Last updated: [11/03/26]

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