TED: Dragonflies that fly across oceans | Charles Anderson

The video explores the speaker's experiences in the Maldives, focusing on marine biology and the migration of dragonflies and birds. It highlights the unique migration patterns of the globe skimmer dragonfly, which travels across the Indian Ocean using monsoon winds. The video also discusses the migration of certain bird species that follow similar routes, emphasizing the interconnectedness of these natural phenomena.

What is one of the main attractions for marine biologists in the Maldives?

• Dense forests

• Mountain ranges

• Coral reefs

• Desert landscapes

What is the origin of the word 'monsoon'?

• It means 'rain' in Hindi

• It comes from the word 'season'

• It is derived from the word 'wind'

• It means 'storm' in Sanskrit

What is a key requirement for dragonflies to breed?

• Saltwater

• High altitudes

• Freshwater

• Sand dunes

Which dragonfly species is known for its extensive migration?

• Globe Skimmer

• Common Darter

• Emperor Dragonfly

• Oriental Scarlet

What puzzled the speaker about the dragonflies in the Maldives?

• Their nocturnal behavior

• Their presence despite lack of freshwater

• Their large size

• Their bright colors

How do dragonflies manage to migrate from India to the Maldives?

• By traveling underground

• By hitching rides on birds

• By flying at high altitudes with favorable winds

• By swimming across the ocean

What is the approximate distance covered by the globe skimmer dragonfly in its migration?

• 8,000 kilometers

• 16,000 kilometers

• 24,000 kilometers

• 32,000 kilometers

Which bird is known for its extraordinary migration from India to Africa?

• Peregrine Falcon

• Bald Eagle

• Snowy Owl

• Eastern Red-footed Falcon

What do the migrating birds and dragonflies have in common?

• They both hibernate during winter

• They both migrate to the Arctic

• They both rely on the same wind patterns

• They both feed on fish

What is a significant ecological role of the migrating birds discussed?

• Pollinating flowers

• Controlling insect populations

• Spreading seeds

• Building nests in trees