Camera Trap Catches Rare Animal!

The video documents a mission in the Costa Rican rainforest to capture images of local mammal species using a camera trap. The team sets up a custom-built camera trap, explaining its components and functionality, including the infrared sensor and flash units. After six days, they retrieve the camera and discover successful captures of an ocelot and a Smokey jungle frog, highlighting the effectiveness of their setup.

What was the primary objective of the mission in the Costa Rican rainforest?

• To explore new hiking trails

• To build a new research station

• To capture mammal species on camera

• To study plant species

Why was the specific location chosen for setting up the camera trap?

• It was close to the camp

• It had a clear view of the sky

• It was along an animal trail

• It was near a waterfall

What is the function of the P Cam traction sensor in the camera trap?

• To measure humidity

• To detect heat from animals

• To capture video

• To record sound

What was the purpose of the flash units in the camera trap setup?

• To scare away predators

• To provide light for nighttime photos

• To charge the camera battery

• To signal the team

How long was the camera trap left in the rainforest before retrieval?

• 1 month

• 6 days

• 10 days

• 3 days

What was the main reason for not disturbing the camera trap area during the six days?

• To save energy

• To protect the equipment from rain

• To prevent animals from detecting human scent

• To avoid getting lost

What animal was successfully captured on camera by the trap?

• Sloth

• Tapir

• Ocelot

• Jaguar

What additional creature was captured on camera besides the ocelot?

• A parrot

• A toucan

• A Smokey jungle frog

• A snake

What was the reaction of the team upon discovering the ocelot photo?

• Excitement

• Confusion

• Disappointment

• Indifference

What did the team consider doing with the ocelot photos?

• Selling them to a magazine

• Keeping them private

• Printing and giving them away

• Using them for a research paper