Amazing Advancements in Wildlife Biology | #NowNotThen Tag

The video explores significant changes in wildlife biology and conservation, focusing on four key areas: the use of genetics and genomics, non-invasive sampling techniques, the study of epigenetics, and the rise of citizen science. These advancements have transformed research methods, improved ethical standards, and increased public involvement in scientific endeavors. The speaker reflects on these changes within their lifetime, emphasizing the positive impact on biodiversity research and conservation efforts.

What major societal change is highlighted as having occurred during the narrator's lifetime?

• Decrease in urban population

• Increase in human population and urbanization

• Reduction in global communication

• Decline in technological advancements

How has the use of genetics changed wildlife conservation practices?

• It has allowed for faster and cheaper population monitoring

• It has eliminated the need for conservation efforts

• It has replaced the need for any data collection

• It has made manual counting more accurate

What is a key benefit of non-invasive sampling in wildlife biology?

• It provides less accurate data

• It is more expensive than traditional methods

• It reduces disturbance and harm to animals

• It requires capturing and handling animals

How have scientists been able to study snow leopards more effectively?

• By capturing them frequently

• By using non-invasive DNA sampling from scats

• By observing them in zoos

• By tracking them with GPS collars

What does epigenetics suggest about gene expression?

• It is solely determined by DNA sequence

• It can be influenced by environmental factors

• It is unrelated to evolution

• It cannot be inherited

What role does citizen science play in biodiversity research?

• It limits public involvement in science

• It provides inaccurate data

• It engages citizens in data collection and research

• It is only used in academic settings

How has technology impacted citizen science?

• It has replaced the need for citizen involvement

• It has decreased public participation

• It has made data collection more difficult

• It has empowered citizen science through social media