Nocturnal Reptiles of New South Wales

The video follows a team on a mission to find wolf spiders at night. They split into teams to cover more ground and use torches to spot the spiders' reflective eyes. Along the way, they encounter a nocturnal snake and a broad-tailed gecko, providing insights into their behaviors and habitats. The search concludes with an observation of an orb weaver spider, highlighting the diversity of nocturnal creatures.

What is the main strategy the team uses to find wolf spiders?

• Setting traps

• Following spider tracks

• Using torches to spot eye shine

• Listening for spider sounds

What is a key characteristic of the snake the team encounters?

• It is non-venomous

• It is aquatic

• It is arboreal

• It is diurnal

Why should you not handle wild snakes?

• It is unsafe without expertise

• They can be aggressive

• They may carry diseases

• They are always venomous

What adaptation helps the broad-tailed gecko survive at night?

• It has a loud call

• It has bright eyes for night vision

• It can fly

• It changes color

What unique behavior does the broad-tailed gecko exhibit?

• It blinks frequently

• It sings at night

• It builds webs

• It licks its eyes

What should you do if you encounter a wild gecko?

• Observe it from a distance

• Capture it for study

• Feed it insects

• Move it to a safer location

What distinguishes the orb weaver spider from the wolf spider?

• It uses a web to catch prey

• It is more aggressive

• It is larger

• It is nocturnal