Understanding Baby Trout and Their Environment

The video introduces viewers to the Classroom Aquarium Education Program, focusing on baby trout. Ethan Rotman explains the program's adaptation for remote learning, featuring Tom Greer, who sets up a home aquarium for steelhead eggs. The video includes a demonstration of egg delivery and tank setup. Shelly Spriggs discusses the importance of watersheds and the needs of steelhead eggs. The session concludes with a Q&A with biologist Derek, who answers questions about steelhead and rainbow trout.

What is the main focus of Ethan Rotman's program?

• Exploring the habitats of birds

• Studying the behavior of kittens

• Introducing students to baby trout

• Teaching students about marine mammals

Why was the aquarium setup moved to Tom's home?

• Because Tom had a larger tank

• To accommodate more students

• Due to school closures during the pandemic

• To provide a more natural environment

What role does Tom Greer play in the program?

• He is a fisheries biologist

• He is an environmental educator

• He is a student participant

• He is the coach for 'Tank Time with Tom'

What is the purpose of the chiller in the tank setup?

• To maintain a cold environment for the eggs

• To heat the water for the eggs

• To provide light for the eggs

• To circulate the water in the tank

What is a watershed according to Shelley Spriggs?

• A method of water purification

• A place where fish are bred

• A basin that collects water from surrounding areas

• A type of fish habitat

What do steelhead eggs need to survive?

• Cold, clean water and oxygen

• Saltwater and sand

• Warm water and sunlight

• High temperatures and humidity

What is the first stage in the salmon life cycle?

• Alvin

• Smolt

• Fry

• Egg

How are steelhead trout different from rainbow trout?

• Rainbow trout change color in the ocean

• Steelhead live in freshwater only

• Rainbow trout are larger

• Steelhead migrate to the ocean

What is the role of trees in the steelhead's natural habitat?

• They provide food for the fish

• They increase the water's temperature

• They offer shade to keep the water cool

• They block sunlight from reaching the water

What does the term 'ecology' mean?

• The study of fish

• The study of home

• The study of water

• The study of plants