Wildlife Identification and Conservation Concepts

Dan Lynch from the Pennsylvania Game Commission provides an overview of resources and topics for the Envirothon study guide, focusing on wildlife identification, diseases, and regulations. Key topics include white-tailed deer, white nose syndrome, and threatened species. The video also covers deer aging techniques and contest preparation using pelts and parts.

What is the primary role of the Pennsylvania Game Commission in the Envirothon?

• To judge the participants

• To organize the entire event

• To facilitate the wildlife portion of the contest

• To provide funding for the event

Which disease affecting deer is a significant concern in Pennsylvania?

• Avian flu

• Chronic wasting disease

• Rabies

• Lyme disease

What is white nose syndrome associated with?

• Fish

• Deer

• Bats

• Birds

What type of species does the Game Commission focus on in Pennsylvania?

• Plants and fungi

• Birds and mammals

• Fish and amphibians

• Insects and reptiles

What is the focus of the wildlife profile set number one for 2017?

• Endangered species only

• All species in Pennsylvania

• A specific set of 15 species

• Invasive species

What is a key topic covered in the book 'Helping Wildlife Working with Nature'?

• Hunting techniques

• Climate change

• Biodiversity and carrying capacity

• Fishing regulations

What might you need to identify in the contest using only a part of the animal?

• The entire animal

• A habitat

• A wing or feather

• A sound

What is a common sign of beaver activity?

• Nests

• Footprints

• Chewed tree branches

• Feathers

What is a distinguishing feature of a barn owl compared to other owls?

• It is nocturnal

• It has exposed feet without feathers

• It has a larger wingspan

• It has a unique call

Why might decoys be used in the contest instead of real mounts?

• They are more durable in outdoor conditions

• They are less expensive

• They are more realistic

• They are easier to transport