Understanding Lepidoptera and Insect Conservation

What is the primary focus of Akito Kawahara's research?

• Ornithology

• Botany

• Lepidoptera, the study of butterflies and moths

• Marine biology

Which of the following is NOT a role of insects mentioned in the video?

• Decomposers

• Pollinators

• Sources of silk for clothing

• Producers of fossil fuels

What is a common misconception about insects?

• They are creepy and annoying

• They are all beneficial

• They are only found in tropical regions

• They are essential for technology

What is the role of insects in technology as mentioned in the video?

• They are used to build drones

• They are used to create fossil fuels

• They are used to manufacture plastics

• They are used to power vehicles

What percentage of insect species is estimated to disappear in the coming decades?

• 60%

• 40%

• 25%

• 10%

What is one suggested way to help insect populations in your own yard?

• Planting exotic plants

• Creating natural gardens with native species

• Installing artificial turf

• Using chemical pesticides

Why are lawns considered unhelpful for native wildlife?

• They require too much water

• They are too expensive to maintain

• They are like deserts for insects

• They attract too many birds

What is one benefit of using native plants in gardens?

• They require more water

• They are more expensive to maintain

• They are less attractive to wildlife

• They are adapted to the local climate

How can individuals contribute to spreading awareness about insect conservation?

• By keeping their gardens private

• By talking to neighbors and using social media

• By ignoring the issue

• By planting only non-native species

What is the significance of creating corridors for insects?

• They help insects travel and connect habitats

• They increase the number of lawns

• They prevent insects from migrating

• They are only useful for birds