Biodiversity and Research in the Amazon

Natural News covers three main topics: the discovery of a new dinosaur species, Gualicho shinyae, which highlights the evolution of tiny arms in dinosaurs; a study on the Amazon's tree species, revealing 11,676 known species and the potential for discovering more; and a 15-year study on Luzon Island's mammals, identifying 28 new species. The video also shares the story of Dr. Margery C. Carlson, a pioneering botanist. The episode concludes with a humorous segment on a fictional fitness routine inspired by prehistoric creatures.

What are the three main topics covered in the Natural News episode?

• Dinosaur discovery, Amazon tree species, Luzon mammal study

• Dinosaur extinction, Amazon deforestation, Luzon bird study

• Dinosaur evolution, Amazon river, Luzon climate

• Dinosaur fossils, Amazon wildlife, Luzon geography

What is unique about the newly discovered dinosaur, Gualicho shinyae?

• It is the largest dinosaur ever found

• It has tiny arms similar to a T-Rex

• It lived in the Jurassic period

• It has wings like a bird

Who was the chief fossil preparator that discovered Gualicho shinyae?

• Margery C. Carlson

• Nigel Pitman

• Larry Heaney

• Akiko Shinya

How many tree species were identified in the Amazon River basin according to the recent study?

• 16,000 species

• 20,000 species

• 11,676 species

• 8,000 species

What is the estimated time to discover all tree species in the Amazon?

• 100 years

• 200 years

• 300 years

• 400 years

What was Dr. Margery C. Carlson's main area of research?

• Amazon rainforest

• Dinosaur fossils

• Marine biology

• Rare plants of Central America

What was the name of the truck used by Dr. Margery C. Carlson during her expeditions?

• La Exploradora

• La Tortuga

• El Caracol

• El Viajero

How many non-flying mammal species are unique to Luzon Island?

• 28 species

• 52 species

• 56 species

• 60 species

What factors contribute to the high diversity of mammals on Luzon Island?

• Isolation and unique ecosystems

• Proximity to the equator

• Abundant food supply

• Lack of human presence

What conservation issues threaten the mammal diversity on Luzon Island?

• Deforestation and overhunting

• Climate change and pollution

• Urbanization and tourism

• Invasive species and disease