I WONDER - What Colours Do Bioluminescent Animals Make?

The video explores the vast spectrum of bioluminescence, highlighting how blue and green lights are prevalent in the deep sea due to their ability to travel far in water. It also discusses the unique ability of dragonfish to produce and perceive red light, offering them a secret communication channel. On land, fireflies can emit a range of colors from bright yellow to soft green, influenced by species, temperature, and habitat.

Which colors are most commonly seen in the deep sea due to their ability to travel the farthest?

• Red and Yellow

• White and Black

• Blue and Green

• Purple and Orange

What unique ability does the dragonfish possess in terms of light production?

• It can produce and see blue light.

• It can produce ultraviolet light.

• It can produce and see red light.

• It can produce infrared light.

Why is the dragonfish's ability to see red light considered rare?

• Because it is visible to all sea creatures.

• Because it allows them to communicate secretly.

• Because red light is the most common in the deep sea.

• Because it is the brightest light in the ocean.

What factors influence the color range produced by fireflies?

• Water depth, salinity, and pressure

• Species, temperature, and habitat

• Diet, age, and size

• Time of day, weather, and altitude

What range of colors can fireflies produce?

• Purple to Pink

• Bright Yellow to Soft Green

• Red to Blue

• Orange to Brown