FEATHERS IN FLIGHT
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STUDENT PRODUCT: QUESTIONNAIRE + Google docs
1. What is the primary objective of the Bird Genoscape Project?
a) Studying bird migration patterns
b) Identifying endangered bird species
c) Preserving bird habitats
d) Monitoring bird populations
2. Which bird species is highlighted as a focal point in the text?
a) Willow warbler
b) Sparrowhawk
c) Willow flycatcher
d) Blue jay
3. Why is knowing the vocalizations of birds crucial in the research?
a) To mimic bird calls
b) To identify bird species
c) To scare away birds
d) To improve bird habitats
4. What technology does the Bird Genoscape Project utilize for tracking bird movements?
a) Satellite imagery
b) DNA sequencing
c) Radio tracking
d) Drone surveillance
5. What is the primary reason behind the decline of the southwestern willow flycatcher?
a) Loss of habitat
b) Climate change
c) Overhunting
d) Pollution
6. How many species of neotropical migrants are mentioned as being of conservation concern in the US?
a) 50
b) 100
c) 200
d) 500
7. What is the main challenge faced in bird banding efforts mentioned in the text?
a) Low recapture rates
b) Lack of funding
c) Limited bird populations
d) Harsh weather conditions
8. What does the narrator describe as the language of bird conservation?
a) Genetics
b) Vocalizations
c) Migration patterns
d) Conservation efforts
9. What is the narrator's role in the Bird Genoscape Project?
a) Collecting genetic samples
b) Analyzing data
c) Bird banding
d) Conducting field research
10. What is the ultimate goal of the Bird Genoscape Project according to the narrator?
a) Mapping bird habitats
b) Identifying bird species
c) Creating a network of researchers
d) Understanding bird population movements
Glossary
Bird Genoscape Project
- Definition: A scientific project aimed at studying bird migration patterns using genetic data.
- Example: The Bird Genoscape Project helps scientists understand where different bird species travel during the year.
Migration Patterns
- Definition: The regular movement of birds from one place to another, usually seasonally.
- Example: The migration patterns of geese take them from Canada to Mexico every winter.
Endangered Species
- Definition: A species of animal or plant that is at risk of extinction.
- Example: The southwestern willow flycatcher is an endangered species because it has lost much of its habitat.
Habitat
- Definition: The natural environment in which a particular species lives.
- Example: A forest is the habitat of many bird species.
Neotropical Migrants
- Definition: Birds that breed in North America and migrate to tropical regions in Central and South America for the winter.
- Example: The barn swallow is a neotropical migrant that travels from the US to South America every year.
DNA Sequencing
- Definition: A scientific technique used to determine the precise order of nucleotides within a DNA molecule.
- Example: DNA sequencing helps scientists identify genetic differences between bird populations.
Vocalizations
- Definition: The sounds made by birds, often used for communication.
- Example: The vocalizations of the willow flycatcher help researchers identify this species in the wild.
- Translation: Bird sounds or calls.
Conservation
- Definition: The protection and preservation of the natural environment and wildlife.
- Example: Conservation efforts aim to protect endangered species and their habitats.
Southwestern Willow Flycatcher
- Definition: A small bird species native to the southwestern United States, known for its distinctive calls and migratory behavior.
- Example: The southwestern willow flycatcher builds its nest in the dense vegetation along rivers.
Banding (Bird Banding)
- Definition: A method for studying wild birds by placing a small, individually numbered metal or plastic ring around their legs.
- Example: Bird banding allows researchers to track the movements of birds over many years.
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