Insect Collection and Ecology Concepts

The video explores the insect division at The Field Museum, focusing on collections from Hanover. It covers various insects and spiders, their identification, and collection techniques. The video highlights habitat indicator species and discusses parental care in insects and spiders. It also addresses wasp behavior and the impact of species collection on conservation efforts.

What was the primary activity conducted by the middle school students in Hanover?

• Planting trees

• Observing birds

• Collecting water samples

• Beating trees to collect insects

Which insect is known for laying eggs on large carcasses like deer?

• Hister beetle

• Onthophagus hecate

• Necrophila americana

• Thomisid spider

What is unique about crab spiders compared to other spiders?

• They live underwater

• They can fly

• They can move in all four directions

• They are venomous

Why are spiders not pinned like insects?

• They are too large

• They have a thin exoskeleton

• They are venomous

• They are endangered

What is used to attach tiny insects to a point for collection?

• Tape

• Hot glue

• Clear nail polish

• Super glue

How many species of spiders have been collected in the Hanover prairie?

• 837

• 137

• 37

• 1500

Which beetle is known for providing parental care to its offspring?

• Hister beetle

• Nicrophorus marginatus

• Sarcophagid fly

• Differential grasshopper

What is the main factor controlling insect and spider populations?

• Predation

• Food availability

• Weather conditions

• Human activity

What happens if an endangered species is collected?

• The species is relocated

• The site is closed for further collection

• The collection continues as normal

• The species is bred in captivity

What message does the narrator want to convey to kids about collecting insects?

• It is only for professionals

• It requires special equipment

• It is a fun and educational activity

• It is harmful to insect populations