Alligator Research and Critter Cam Exploration

The video tutorial explores a research project on alligators using Critter cam technology. It covers the methods used to capture and study alligators with minimal stress, the challenges of attaching cameras to their rough skin, and insights into their feeding behavior and ecological role. The project was conducted in Florida, with observations revealing detailed feeding patterns and unique behaviors. The video concludes with acknowledgments to the research team.

What was the initial reason for the interest in working with alligators?

• They are found everywhere.

• They resemble prehistoric creatures.

• They are easy to study.

• They are friendly animals.

Where did the field research expedition take place?

• Yellowstone National Park

• Grand Canyon National Park

• Everglades National Park

• Cape Canaveral and Merritt Island Wildlife Refuge

What was the main concern when capturing alligators for research?

• Training them for tricks

• Ensuring they are well-fed

• Minimizing stress and injury

• Keeping them in captivity

What was the solution for attaching Critter cams to alligators?

• Using a harness with a single strap

• Using suction cups

• Using metal clamps

• Using glue

Why was organic cotton used in the harness?

• It is easier to find

• It is environmentally friendly

• It is more durable

• It is cheaper

What type of predators are alligators described as?

• Active hunters

• Sit and wait predators

• Nocturnal predators

• Pack hunters

What was a significant finding about alligator feeding habits?

• They are herbivores

• They eat a lot of small items

• They do not eat in the wild

• They only eat large animals

What unusual behavior was observed in the alligator named Stubby?

• It could fly

• It danced on the water

• It sang songs

• It passed out and sank

What was the main purpose of the Critter cam project?

• To entertain tourists

• To learn about alligator behavior in the absence of humans

• To sell footage to TV channels

• To train alligators for shows

Who was thanked for facilitating the alligator research project?

• The wildlife photographers

• The alligator trainers

• The Critter cam team

• The local government