Yellowstone National Park - Mutualism

Ranger Allison and Ranger Margot explore symbiotic relationships in Yellowstone National Park, focusing on mutualism. They provide examples of mutualistic relationships in the park's ecosystems, such as between panicgrass and fungi, pollinators and flowers, and birds and bison. The video also highlights the importance of partnerships in managing Yellowstone, emphasizing mutualism in both nature and human collaboration.

What natural feature is highlighted at the beginning of the video as a symbol of Yellowstone National Park?

• Roosevelt Arch

• Mammoth Hot Springs

• Grand Prismatic Spring

• Old Faithful Geyser

Which of the following is NOT a type of symbiotic relationship discussed in the video?

• Predation

• Mutualism

• Commensalism

• Parasitism

In the context of mutualism, what color is used to represent the relationship between panicgrass and fungi?

• Blue

• Red

• Green

• Yellow

Which mutualistic relationship involves pollinators in Yellowstone?

• Wolves and ravens

• Bears and pine trees

• Bees and flowers

• Bison and birds

What mutualistic relationship is represented by the color purple in the video?

• Bears and pine trees

• Bison and birds

• Panicgrass and fungi

• Wolves and ravens

How do black bears contribute to the ecosystem in Yellowstone?

• By removing ticks from bison

• By cleaning up carcasses

• By dispersing seeds

• By pollinating flowers

What role do ravens play in their mutualistic relationship with wolves?

• They help wolves find carcasses

• They clean the wolves' fur

• They provide warmth to wolf pups

• They hunt alongside wolves

What is one of the key factors that helped establish Yellowstone as the first national park?

• The construction of the Roosevelt Arch

• The discovery of gold

• A combination of facts, experiences, and images

• The presence of unique wildlife

Which organization is mentioned as a nonprofit partner of Yellowstone National Park?

• Yellowstone Forever

• National Geographic

• World Wildlife Fund

• Sierra Club

What is emphasized as necessary for the successful management of Yellowstone National Park?

• More funding from Congress

• Mutualistic relationships and partnerships

• Advanced technology

• Increased tourism