Elusive Lagoon Mouse

The video explores Belenus Lagoon, a unique ecosystem in California's Fairlawns National Marine Sanctuary. The host, Carrie Peterson, joins Kate Bemrose, a lagoon restoration coordinator, to discover the island's wildlife, including a Black Widow spider, salt marsh harvest mouse, and California vole. They also observe numerous bird species along the Pacific Flyway and address the invasive ice plant issue. The video emphasizes the importance of conservation efforts led by the Greater Fairlawns Association.

What is the primary goal of the Greater Fairlawns Association?

• To organize recreational activities

• To build new infrastructure on Kent Island

• To protect the lagoons and native species

• To promote tourism in the area

Why is the Black Widow spider considered dangerous?

• It can fly

• It is aggressive towards humans

• It is highly venomous

• It is very large

What is unique about the salt marsh harvest mouse?

• It is found only in the San Francisco Bay area

• It can swim long distances

• It changes color with the seasons

• It is the largest rodent on the island

Which bird species is NOT mentioned as being observed on Kent Island?

• Herons

• Eagles

• Pelicans

• Gulls

What is the origin of the invasive ice plant on Kent Island?

• Australia

• South Africa

• South America

• Asia

How is the ice plant being controlled on the island?

• By introducing natural predators

• By using herbicides

• By pumping salt water onto the island

• By manually removing each plant

What role does the California vole play in the ecosystem?

• It is a top predator

• It controls the insect population

• It helps distribute seeds of native species

• It pollinates flowers