Exploring Urban Ecology and Biodiversity

What animal is known for its significant impact on landscapes through its use of teeth for landscaping?

• Humans

• Eastern wolf

• Eastern coyote

• North American beaver

What is the primary focus of urban ecology?

• Study of rainforests

• Interaction of organisms in rural settings

• Interaction of organisms in urban settings

• Study of marine ecosystems

Which of the following is an example of an ecosystem service?

• Industrial pollution

• Urban development

• Pollination by insects and birds

• Deforestation

What tool do urban ecologists primarily use to study wildlife in cities?

• Camera traps

• Underwater cameras

• Audio recordings

• Satellite imagery

What led to the expansion of the western coyote's range?

• Breeding with domestic dogs

• Urbanization

• Climate change

• Breeding with eastern wolves

What is a key factor in making a park sustainable according to environmental sociologists?

• High visitor numbers

• Proximity to industrial areas

• Benefits to both nature and humans

• Availability of parking

How do social scientists approach the study of parks' impact on urban environments?

• By conducting surveys on wildlife only

• By using census data

• Through artistic interpretation

• Through historical analysis only

What is essential for effective conservation efforts in urban environments?

• Focusing solely on plant life

• Excluding people from natural areas

• Limiting the number of parks

• Including people in the ecosystem

What characterizes New York City's environment according to conservationists?

• Lack of biodiversity

• Unsuitable for wildlife

• Biologically diverse habitats

• Only concrete and buildings

What is the relationship between urban life and natural landscapes as suggested by the video?

• Conflicting

• Integrated

• Completely separate

• Indifferent