Surveying the Dugong Population

The video follows a team on a mission to monitor dugongs, led by marine biologist Janet. They discuss dugong characteristics, population decline, and conservation efforts. The team splits up to search for dugongs, with one group in a helicopter and another on a boat. They discover a herd of dugongs and prepare for health checks, emphasizing the importance of conservation.

What is Janet's profession?

• Botanist

• Zoologist

• Marine Biologist

• Veterinarian

What alternative method is suggested for finding dugongs?

• Diving underwater

• Using drones

• Flying in a helicopter

• Using sonar equipment

What is a dugong's closest relative?

• Elephant

• Dolphin

• Shark

• Whale

What is the primary reason for the decline in dugong population?

• Climate change

• Natural predators

• Overfishing

• Coastal development and pollution

What is the main food source for dugongs?

• Small fish

• Plankton

• Coral

• Seagrass

What is one of the tasks Camille is responsible for during the dugong health check?

• Tagging the dugong

• Recording times and measurements

• Transporting the dugong

• Feeding the dugong

How do researchers ensure a dugong cannot swim away during capture?

• By tranquilizing it

• By using ropes

• By holding its tail

• By using nets