Diary of a Citizen Scientist with Sharman Apt Russell

The video features an interview with Sharman Apt Russell, a nature writer and citizen scientist. She discusses her work, including her book 'Diary of the Citizen Scientist' and her research on tiger beetles. The conversation highlights the role of citizen science in environmental activism and its growing importance. The video also includes a demonstration with a Chilean Rose Tarantula, exploring its behavior and characteristics.

What award did Sharman Apt Russell recently win?

• John Burroughs Award

• Nobel Prize

• Pulitzer Prize

• Booker Prize

What is the main focus of Sharman's book 'Diary of the Citizen Scientist'?

• A guide to writing about science

• A fictional story about nature

• Her work and the field of citizen science

• Her experiences as a professional scientist

What specific insect did Sharman study as part of her citizen science project?

• Praying mantis

• Honeybee

• Western Red Belly tiger beetle

• Monarch butterfly

How many species of tiger beetles are there approximately?

• 2600

• 1000

• 500

• 5000

What is a notable characteristic of tiger beetles?

• They are the slowest insects

• They are herbivores

• They are the fastest insects

• They are nocturnal

What is one of the largest citizen science projects mentioned?

• Birdwatching Survey

• Galaxy Zoo

• Tree Planting

• Insect Counting

How does citizen science contribute to environmental activism?

• By providing data on climate change

• By reducing pollution

• By funding scientific research

• By creating new laws

What type of spider is Fluffy?

• Jumping Spider

• Wolf Spider

• Chilean Rose Tarantula

• Black Widow

What is the primary defense mechanism of the Chilean Rose Tarantula?

• Playing dead

• Camouflage

• Kicking urticating hairs

• Biting

What are the spinnerets used for in tarantulas?

• Sensing vibrations

• Storing food

• Producing silk

• Hearing