7 New Species Discovered in Cities

The video explores the discovery of new species in urban areas, highlighting biodiversity in cities. It covers the identification of new species like the Sao Paulo snail, Launceston millipedes, New York sweat bees, and leopard frogs. It also discusses Melbourne's unique dolphins and the hybridization of coyotes, wolves, and dogs, known as coywolves. The video emphasizes the role of genetic analysis in identifying these species and the potential for urban environments to foster new species.

What unique feature helped identify the Sao Paulo snail as a new species?

• Its shell color

• The location it was found

• The number of whorls on its shell

• Its size

How did scientists confirm the existence of a new leopard frog species in New York?

• Through genetic analysis

• By their diet

• By observing their behavior

• By comparing their size

What method was used to identify new bee species in New York City?

• Behavioral studies

• DNA barcoding

• Habitat analysis

• Visual inspection

What was the key factor in identifying the new dolphin species near Melbourne?

• Their diet

• Their social behavior

• Genetic differences

• Their size

What project led to the discovery of 30 new fly species in Los Angeles?

• City Nature Challenge

• Bioscan

• Urban Wildlife Initiative

• Insect Diversity Project

What is the 'Kai Wolf' a hybrid of?

• Wolf, fox, and domestic dog

• Fox, wolf, and domestic cat

• Coyote, wolf, and domestic dog

• Coyote, fox, and domestic dog

What genetic tool is used to study the DNA of eastern coyotes?

• Mitochondrial DNA sequencing

• Microsatellite analysis

• DNA barcoding

• Single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs)