Pollinators and Their Importance

The video explores the diversity of pollinators, highlighting the Georgia Pollinator Census and the role of citizen scientists in observing pollinator health. It emphasizes the importance of specific host plants for butterflies and the role of predators in the ecosystem. The video encourages involvement in nature activities and planting native species to support pollinator health.

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a type of pollinator in the introduction?

• Bees

• Wasps

• Spiders

• Flies

What is the main goal of the Great Georgia Pollinator Census?

• To eliminate non-native plants

• To record the number of pollinators in Georgia

• To study the behavior of houseflies

• To increase the number of pollinator gardens

Which insect is NOT listed as a pollinator in the discussion of pollinator types?

• Ants

• Moths

• Beetles

• Butterflies

What plant is essential for monarch butterflies to lay their eggs?

• Citrus plants

• Fanpetals

• Milkweeds

• Passionvine

Which butterfly's caterpillar resembles bird droppings?

• Giant swallowtail

• Checkered skipper

• Gulf fritillary

• Monarch

What is the larval food of the gulf fritillary butterfly?

• Citrus plants

• Passionvine

• Fanpetals

• Milkweeds

What is a common reaction people have when they see caterpillars being eaten in their garden?

• They are confused

• They are indifferent

• They are upset

• They are excited

What is one of the activities Beth Grant encourages people to get involved in?

• Fishing

• Audubon Society

• Bird watching

• Nature photography

Which organization is NOT mentioned as a way to get involved with nature activities?

• Florida Native Plant Society

• Audubon Society

• Georgia Botanical Society

• National Geographic Society

What is the primary benefit of planting native species according to Beth Grant?

• They attract more birds

• They are easier to maintain

• They require less water

• They support local pollinators