This Bat Locator App Will Make You a Citizen Scientist

The video discusses Danielle Gustafson's involvement in citizen science, focusing on bat conservation in New York's Central Park. It highlights the challenges bats face due to negative public perception and lack of research. Wildlife Acoustics, a technology company, supports citizen scientists with affordable devices to study bats. The Echo Meter Touch 2 allows users to detect bats' echolocation, making bat observation more accessible. The video concludes with the potential for public databases and bat walks to enhance bat conservation efforts.

What is Danielle Gustafson's role in bat conservation?

• She is a professional scientist.

• She is a citizen scientist leading bat walks.

• She is a wildlife photographer.

• She is a bat researcher in a laboratory.

What is the main focus of Wildlife Acoustics?

• Manufacturing bat houses.

• Organizing wildlife photography tours.

• Creating audio technology for wildlife observation.

• Developing apps for bird watching.

How does the Echo Meter Touch 2 help in bat observation?

• It captures bat images at night.

• It tracks bat migration patterns.

• It records bat sounds and identifies species.

• It provides live video feed of bats.

What is a unique feature of bats in New York?

• They are all the same species.

• They all have the same echolocation frequency.

• They have different ears for catching sonar.

• They do not use echolocation.

What is a potential future development for citizen scientists studying bats?

• A new species of bat being discovered.

• A decline in bat population.

• A public database for uploading bat data.

• A ban on bat observation walks.