Is this Spider Dangerous? - PLEASE DON'T BITE!

Is this Spider Dangerous? - PLEASE DON'T BITE!

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Interactive Video

Biology

6th - 9th Grade

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The video explores the common fears associated with tarantulas and aims to dispel myths about their danger to humans. It highlights the diversity of spider species, focusing on the desert blonde tarantula found in the Arizona desert. The video provides insights into tarantula defense mechanisms, such as urticating hairs, and emphasizes their docile nature. Safety tips for observing tarantulas in the wild are also discussed, encouraging viewers to appreciate these creatures without fear.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main reason most spiders are not considered dangerous to humans?

They are afraid of humans.

Their venom is not potent enough to harm humans.

They are too small to bite humans.

They live in remote areas away from humans.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which two spider species are considered dangerous in the United States?

Desert Blonde Tarantula and Black Widow

Brown Recluse and Desert Blonde Tarantula

Black Widow and Brown Recluse

Wolf Spider and Black Widow

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary goal of the adventure in the Arizona desert?

To find new species of spiders

To prove tarantulas are harmless

To collect tarantula venom

To capture tarantulas for research

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What natural feature makes walking easier in the desert?

Cacti

Dense sand

Rocky substrate

Embankments

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a unique defense mechanism of the desert blonde tarantula?

Biting with potent venom

Camouflaging with the environment

Flicking irritating hairs

Emitting a loud noise

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the venom of a tarantula compare to that of a honeybee?

It is not venomous at all

It is equally potent

It is more potent

It is less potent

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the recommended way to interact with tarantulas in the wild?

Pick them up gently

Feed them to observe behavior

Admire them from a distance

Capture them for study