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Project Animal Trivia

The purpose of videos in this project is to share intriguing facts about a specific species in short videos (less than 5min). The format enables the creation of a Short/Reel for each question. The facts are covering common interests about a species.

Last changed on 2024-04-16

Common Interest about a Species

About the Species

• What is the species and where is it typically found? (Geography and Habitat)
• What is the species' role in its ecosystem?
• What are some unique physical characteristics of this species? (Identification)
• How does this species hunt or gather food? (Feeding Strategy)
• What are some of the species' natural predators or threats? (Predators)
• How does this species reproduce and care for its young? (Reproductive Strategy)
• Are there any specially interesting behaviors or social structures exhibited by this species? ("Funny" Facts)

Humans and the Species

• How has human activity impacted this species' population and habitat?
• Are there any conservation efforts in place to protect this species?
• Can this species be kept as a pet, and if so, what are the considerations and requirements?
• Are there any myths, folklore, or cultural significance associated with this species?
• Are there any notable examples of this species in popular culture?
• How does this species adapt to changes in its environment or climate?

Science and the Species

• How has scientific research contributed to our understanding of this species?
• Has the species relevance in the medical or agricultural field?

Examples of Questions

Questions and answers around distribution, appearance, physiology, habitat and behaviour, diet, parental care. Questions are written in a way that they can be answered with a simple yes or no but extended with more information about the particular topic.

• Is the species native to North America? or Does the "name of species" have a worldwide distribution? (Geography)
• Are there known sub-species or variants? (e.g. Eastern Grey Squirrel, Screech Owl)
• Is the "name of species" migratory? (Mostly birds, seasonal distribution changes)
• Is the species mostly found in forest/prairie/swamp/etc.? (Habitat)
• Is the species a carnivore/omnivore/herbivore or hunter/gatherer?
• Has the species any predators?
• Is the species territorial?
• Does the "name of species" exhibit sexual dimorphism?
• Is the species monogamous?
• Is the "name of species" a good parent? Are "name of species" males and females involved in parenting? Are both parents of "name of species" involved in parenting?
• Is the "name of species" and endangered species?
• Is the "name of species" popular among wildlife enthusiasts? (only when indeed popular)

As sources for answers, I consult Wikipedia, Bing Copilot or I rely on own observations.

Published Videos

Reaction to the first videos published indicates that the selection of facts and video quality should improve and that the presented facts and videos should align better. There is room to explore more complex topics with the selected facts.

• Eastern Grey Squirrel (Sciurus carolinensis)
• Great Blue Heron (Ardea herodias)
• Green Frog (Lithobates clamitans)
• Red-winged Blackbird (Agelaius phoeniceus)
• Common Snapping Turtle (Chelydra serpentina)
• Wood Duck (Aix sponsa)
• Great Egret (Ardea alba)
• Black-crowned Night Heron (Nycticorax nycticorax)
• Northern Flicker (Colaptes auratus)
• Painted Turtle (Chrysemys picta)

Videos In Preparation

• Coopers Hawk (Accipiter striatus)
• Wood Frog (Lithobates sylvaticus)
• Green Heron (Butorides virescens)

Workflow

The goal is to publish a set of videos for a new species each week. Once a month though, creating a set of videos for a species which already has been produced previously taking advantage of new video feeds.

• Monday till Friday: Research and writing questions and answers
• Saturday & Sunday: Voice over recording and video editing
• Sunday: Publishing "Did you know?" and long raw feed format video
• Monday: Publishing all shorts scheduled from 9am till 4pm