Ringtailed Lemurs' Nocturnal Behavior

Ringtailed Lemurs' Nocturnal Behavior

Assessment

Interactive Video

Biology, Science, Geography

6th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Ethan Morris

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The video explores a surprising discovery about ringtailed lemurs in Madagascar. Previously thought to be active only during the day, motion-activated cameras revealed that these lemurs also have a vibrant nightlife. This finding challenges previous studies and opens new avenues for understanding lemur behavior. The research, led by National Geographic's Mani Lefur, highlights the importance of continuous exploration and the use of technology in wildlife studies.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who introduces the topic of daytime animals being active at night in the video?

Jane Goodall

David Attenborough

Lucy McNeel

Mani Lefur

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where did Mani Lefur and her team conduct their research on ringtailed lemurs?

Northern Madagascar

Eastern Madagascar

Southwestern Madagascar

Western Madagascar

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What method did the researchers use to study the lemurs' social structure?

Direct observation

Motion-activated cameras

GPS tracking

Radio collars

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the unexpected discovery about ringtailed lemurs?

They have a robust nightlife

They migrate seasonally

They are solitary animals

They are nocturnal only

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the new photos reveal about the previous studies of ringtailed lemurs?

They overestimated the lemurs' social behavior

They underestimated the lemurs' nocturnal activity

They were completely accurate

They focused too much on predators