Mammal Diversity and Conservation Insights

The video explores the science and research at Chicago's Field Museum, focusing on Larry Heeney's conservation work with mammals in island ecosystems, particularly in the Philippines. It discusses the evolution of biological diversity, the study of mammal diversity along mountain gradients, and the surprising findings regarding species diversity at different elevations. The video also highlights the growth of conservation efforts and collaboration in the Philippines, facilitated by the Wildlife Conservation Society of the Philippines.

What is the primary focus of the Science at FMNH series?

• Botanical studies

• Astronomy and space exploration

• Behind-the-scenes science collections and research

• Exploring marine life

What is Larry Heeney's research primarily concerned with?

• Marine ecosystems

• Climate change

• Urban wildlife

• Evolution of biological diversity

Where does Larry Heeney conduct most of his research?

• Amazon Rainforest

• Philippines

• Sahara Desert

• Galapagos Islands

What is the common misconception about mammals?

• Most are nocturnal

• Most are carnivorous

• Most are aquatic

• Most are large

What is the primary method used to study mammal diversity in the Philippines?

• Desert transects

• Satellite imaging

• Mountain elevational gradient sampling

• Underwater exploration

Where is the maximum diversity of bats found according to the research?

• Urban areas

• High mountains

• Deserts

• Lowlands

How does mammal diversity change with elevation, excluding bats?

• Decreases

• Remains constant

• Fluctuates randomly

• Increases

What is the role of Larry Heeney's team in conservation efforts?

• Providing basic information on species

• Enforcing laws

• Building wildlife sanctuaries

• Making economic decisions

What was a significant outcome of the 1991 meeting organized by Larry Heeney?

• Introduction of new conservation laws

• Establishment of a new national park

• Formation of the Wildlife Conservation Society of the Philippines

• Discovery of a new species

How has the Wildlife Conservation Society of the Philippines changed over 20 years?

• It has dissolved

• It has decreased in size

• It has remained the same

• It has grown significantly