Ecological Contributions and Environmental Awareness

The video celebrates Earth Day by exploring various outdoor adventures and learning experiences. It covers a trip to Cayo Costa State Park, the ecological role of horseshoe crabs, the concept of cooperation in nature, and activities like geocaching and fossil hunting. Special programs for special needs children in sports and equestrian activities are highlighted. The video also delves into marine biology and shell exploration, encouraging curiosity and appreciation for nature.

What is the significance of Earth Day celebrated on April 22nd?

• It marks the beginning of summer.

• It is a day to plant trees worldwide.

• It is the anniversary of the environmental movement.

• It celebrates the invention of the bicycle.

How does the gopher tortoise contribute to its ecosystem?

• By eating harmful insects.

• By sharing its burrow with other species.

• By pollinating flowers.

• By cleaning the forest floor.

What unique feature do horseshoe crabs have in their blood?

• It is green due to chlorophyll.

• It is blue due to copper.

• It is yellow due to sulfur.

• It is red due to iron.

How do horseshoe crabs help the red knot birds?

• By cleaning their feathers.

• By guiding them during migration.

• By offering their eggs as food.

• By providing shelter.

What is geocaching often compared to?

• A treasure hunt using GPS.

• A fishing expedition.

• A mountain climbing adventure.

• A bird watching activity.

What is the main benefit of the Challenger baseball program?

• It focuses on teaching math skills.

• It provides socialization and exercise for special needs kids.

• It teaches kids how to swim.

• It is a cooking class for children.

How do horses help children at the Special Equestrians program?

• By providing a sense of walking through riding.

• By guiding them in singing.

• By teaching them to jump.

• By helping them learn to paint.

What is a unique feature of the lightning whelk shell?

• It is the largest shell in the world.

• Its opening is on the left side.

• It is always blue in color.

• It can fly short distances.

What is the primary focus of the Ten Thousand Islands Dolphin Project?

• Studying the migration of whales.

• Monitoring bottlenose dolphins in southwest Florida.

• Tracking sea turtles in the Pacific Ocean.

• Observing sharks in the Gulf of Mexico.

What is one way people can help protect the ocean?

• Recycle and use cloth grocery bags.

• Drive cars more frequently.

• Leave car engines running.

• Use more plastic bags.