Introduction to Ecology

The video tutorial discusses the habitat and diet of elk in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado, highlighting their role in the ecosystem as prey for predators like coyotes, bears, and mountain lions. It introduces the field of ecology, which studies the interactions between living organisms and their environment, and explains the role of ecologists in understanding these interactions. The video concludes with an overview of fundamental terms and concepts in ecology.

Where do elk primarily live?

• Deserts of Arizona

• Swamps of Florida

• Forests and grassy areas of the Rocky Mountains

• Plains of Texas

What is a primary component of an elk's diet?

• Various plants

• Small mammals

• Fish

• Insects

Which of the following animals is NOT a predator of elk?

• Mountain lions

• Eagles

• Bears

• Coyotes

What does the study of ecology focus on?

• The interaction of living things and their environment

• The chemical composition of water

• The movement of tectonic plates

• The history of the Earth

Who are the scientists that study the interactions of plants, animals, and the environment?

• Meteorologists

• Ecologists

• Biologists

• Geologists