Understanding Crittercam and Wildlife Photography

Understanding Crittercam and Wildlife Photography

Assessment

Interactive Video

Science, Biology

6th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Aiden Montgomery

FREE Resource

The video discusses Crittercam, an animal imaging device combining a camera and sensors for scientific data collection. It details the process of attaching cameras to great white sharks, highlighting the challenges faced. The evolution of Crittercam from the late 80s to early 90s is covered, including its development by Greg Marshall at National Geographic. The video also explores how animals interact with cameras, emphasizing the importance of making animals appear significant to viewers.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary function of a Crittercam?

To communicate with other animals

To track animal migration patterns

To collect scientific data and imagery from an animal's perspective

To monitor animal health

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main challenge when attaching a Crittercam to a great white shark?

Finding the right size of Crittercam

Getting the shark to swim at a specific speed

Timing the attachment when the shark closes its eyes

Ensuring the shark is calm

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who initiated the development of Crittercam at National Geographic?

Greg Marshall

Jacques Cousteau

David Attenborough

Jane Goodall

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the original recording medium used in the first Crittercam?

Eight millimeter tape

DVD

Digital memory card

VHS tape

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do animals typically react to Crittercam after a few days?

They become more curious

They become aggressive

They ignore it

They try to remove it

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What advantage does Crittercam provide in wildlife photography?

It enhances the color of the images

It automatically edits the footage

It allows for remote control of the camera

It captures images from a unique perspective

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a key benefit of using Crittercam for wildlife research?

It provides a non-intrusive way to study animals

It reduces the need for human researchers

It allows for real-time data analysis

It increases the speed of data collection

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