Animal Diversity Quiz: Mammals, Reptiles, Birds, Amphibians & Insects

Animal Quiz: Exploring the Wide World of Life

Welcome to our animal quiz, where we’ll journey through the diverse kingdom of the animal world—from mammals to reptiles, birds to amphibians, and insects too. Let's dive right in with 25 questions that will test your natural history acumen!

Section I: Mammals

1. Which mammal is known as a marine mammal and has big flippers instead of limbs to swim? a. Whale b. Elephant c. Giraffe d. Tiger

2. A baby mammal is called a(n) ________. a. Chicklet b. Kitten c. Fry d. Calf

3. A mammal that has hair or fur is called _______. a. Scaly b. Fuzzy c. Furry d. Feathered

4. A nocturnal mammal that flies is: a. Ostrich b. Bat c. Elephant d. Squirrel

5. The largest living mammal is the: a. Lion b. Giant panda c. Blue whale d. Kitten

Section II: Reptiles

6. A reptile that lays eggs with shells is an: a. Insect b. Bird c. Reptile d. Mammal

7. A reptile that sheds its skin is called a _______. a. Scaly b. Fuzzy c. Furry d. Feathered

8. Reptiles are often ectothermic, meaning they rely on their: a. Lungs b. Heart c. Temperature d. Limbs

9. The largest living reptile is the: a. Turtle b. Snake c. Shark d. Pig

10. A reptile with scaly skin and a long, whip-like tail is a: a. Snake b. Lizard c. Dolphin d. Giraffe

Section III: Birds

11. A bird that is not a native species to a particular region is called a: a. Native b. Migrant c. Alien d. Mammal

12. A bird with feathers, wings, and a beak is called a: a. Lizard b. Insect c. Mammal d. Fish

13. A flightless bird is an example of a: a. Flying mammal b. Swimming bird c. Flightless bird d. Waterfowl

14. The largest living bird is the: a. Ostrich b. Eagle c. Lizard d. Crab

15. A bird that makes its nest from twigs and sticks is a: a. Robin b. Duck c. Spider d. Giraffe

Section IV: Amphibians

16. An amphibian that lives in water and on land is called a: a. Tiger b. Bird c. Frog d. Insect

17. An amphibian with moist skin and external gills is a: a. Frog b. Lizard c. Fish d. Crab

18. A tadpole is the: a. Adult b. Egg c. Larva d. Fully formed amphibian

19. The smallest living amphibian is the: a. Parrot b. Giraffe c. Frog d. Cat

20. An amphibian that lives in water but does not have lungs is a: a. Flying mammal b. Frog c. Bird d. Fish

Section V: Insects

21. Insects have six: a. Legs b. Eyes c. Wings d. Tusks

22. A group of insects that includes bees, ants, and wasps is called: a. Birds b. Mammals c. Insects d. Reptiles

23. A butterfly's wings are covered with: a. Feathers b. Fur c. Scales d. Hair

24. The largest living insect is the: a. Lion b. Elephant c. Giant panda d. Goliath beetle

25. An insect with six legs and two wings is a: a. Spider b. Mammal c. Bird d. Insect

Now you're ready to test your knowledge! Good luck, and have fun learning about our amazing animal world!