Public Told to Catch World's Deadliest Spider

Public Told to Catch World's Deadliest Spider

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Biology

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The video discusses the dangers of funnel web spiders in Australia, highlighting the lethal nature of their venom. It shares Jon Gambrell's experience of being bitten and the quick response needed to treat such bites. The video also covers conservation efforts to collect funnel web spiders for venom extraction, which is crucial for producing life-saving anti-venom. The process of venom extraction is detailed, emphasizing the importance of community involvement in safely capturing these spiders. The video concludes by stressing the significance of anti-venom in saving lives and encouraging Australians to face their fears and contribute to these efforts.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary reason for knowing where funnel web spiders like to hide?

To capture them for pets

To avoid getting bitten by them

To photograph them

To study their behavior

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is the zoo north of Sydney asking the public to catch funnel web spiders?

To relocate them to safer areas

To extract venom for antivenom production

To use them for educational purposes

To increase their population

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a significant challenge mentioned in the zoo's efforts to extract venom?

Difficulty in finding suitable habitats

High cost of extraction equipment

Low population of funnel web spiders

Lack of trained personnel

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is required to participate in the venom extraction process?

Experience in handling snakes

A special license

Being over 18 years old

A degree in zoology

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Since when has the antivenom been in use, and what has been its impact?

Since the 1970s, increasing spider awareness

Since the 2000s, reducing spider populations

Since the 1980s, saving many lives

Since the 1990s, saving many lives