28 Questions
Where are Scheltopusiks found?
In the grasslands and dry rocky hillsides of eastern and southern Europe and central Asia
What type of lizard is the Scheltopusik?
A legless lizard
What do Scheltopusiks eat?
Arthropods, frogs, and small mammals
When are Scheltopusiks active?
Crepuscular (active at dawn and dusk)
What happens if a Scheltopusik's tail is broken?
The tail will grow back to the same length
What is the primary purpose of the Komodo dragon's forked tongue?
To help them detect the location of their prey
What is the average weight range of a Komodo dragon?
154-176 pounds
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the Komodo dragon's natural habitat?
Deserts
What is the Komodo dragon's ability to reproduce without males called?
Parthenogenesis
What is the "third eye" on top of the Komodo dragon's head called?
Parietal eye
What is the primary purpose of the bright colors of the Panamanian Golden Frog?
To warn predators it is poisonous
How do male Panamanian Golden Frogs assist in the development of tadpoles?
They transport the tadpoles to small puddles
Which of the following is NOT a species of Poison Dart Frog mentioned in the text?
Red-Eyed Tree Frog
What type of habitat do Yellow-Banded Poison Dart Frogs prefer?
Humid or wet forest soil and tree roots
Which of the following statements about Poison Dart Frogs is NOT true?
They are nocturnal
How do Panamanian Golden Frogs communicate?
By using semaphore (hand waving and vocalizations)
What is the biggest threat to Komodo Dragons?
Habitat loss due to human encroachment
When was Komodo National Park established?
1980
What is unique about the female reticulated python's behavior?
They incubate their eggs and "shiver" to create warmth
How can guests help Komodo Dragons?
By reducing, reusing, and recycling to keep the oceans clean
What is unique about Sasu, the reticulated python?
Sasu is particularly good at hiding in higher places
What is the primary source of food for Komodo Dragons?
Deer and other large mammals
Which of the following statements about Bushmasters is true?
They prefer areas with high rainfall and temperatures above 75°F.
What is the maximum length that a Bushmaster snake can reach?
12 feet
What is the primary hunting strategy of Bushmasters?
They are ambush predators that wait for prey to come near.
Which of the following is NOT listed as part of the Bushmaster's diet?
Reptiles
How do Bushmasters reproduce?
They lay eggs.
What is the name given to the Bushmaster snake featured in the text?
Oberyn
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