Marine and Terrestrial Animals
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What is a common characteristic of dolphins' habitats?

  • Cold ocean waters
  • Moderate to warm ocean and sea waters (correct)
  • Freshwater lakes and rivers
  • Arctic and Antarctic regions

    • Why do wild horses prefer open spaces?

  • To find shelter from predators
  • To protect themselves from the elements
  • To migrate to different habitats
  • For defense purposes and to graze (correct)

    • What is a major threat to cheetah populations?

  • Disease and parasites
  • Competition with other predators
  • Climate change and natural disasters
  • Habitat loss and fragmentation (correct)

    • What type of ecosystem covers almost half of Africa?

    <p>Savanna</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of African savannas?

    <p>Warm, wide open spaces with grasses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is the blue whale endangered?

    <p>Hunting and whaling</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a reason why dolphins travel in pods?

    <p>To find food and avoid predators</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do horses need to survive?

    <p>Wide open spaces and shelter</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of animals live in African savannas?

    <p>Both herbivores and carnivores</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When was whaling banned?

    <p>1966</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a hen sitting on her eggs?

    <p>To help the embryo inside the egg develop</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is unique about cheetah cubs when they are born?

    <p>They have a silvery strip of fur down their back</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How fast can cheetahs run?

    <p>Up to 60 miles per hour</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is unique about white tigers?

    <p>They are born without pheomelanin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do horses need to maintain good health?

    <p>A balanced diet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do crabs primarily eat?

    <p>Whatever they can find and catch</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do hippopotamuses mainly eat?

    <p>Short grasses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long can cheetahs maintain their top speed?

    <p>For about 30 seconds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is unique about the way cheetah cubs learn to hunt?

    <p>They learn by playing with each other</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where are white tigers typically found?

    <p>In captivity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the main threats to blue whales?

    <p>Pollution with toxic chemicals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are great white sharks endangered?

    <p>Human fear and greed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is unique about a snake's habitat?

    <p>It varies depending on the species</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what age does a horse become an adult?

    <p>4 years old</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long does it take for a lion to become a fully grown adult?

    <p>Under 6 years old</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the stage of a tiger's life cycle when they start hunting for food?

    <p>Large cub</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What marks the beginning of a new generation of crocodiles?

    <p>Hatching eggs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long does a monkey's life cycle typically last?

    <p>10 to 50 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for a young female hen?

    <p>Pullet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the soft material that covers hens when they hatch from eggs?

    <p>Down</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common habitat for coastal dolphins?

    <p>Warm ocean and sea waters near beaches</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a primary reason why wild horses prefer open spaces?

    <p>For defense purposes and access to food</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a major threat to cheetah populations?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of ecosystem covers almost half of Africa?

    <p>Tropical grassland</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of African savannas?

    <p>Warm and open spaces</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is the blue whale endangered?

    <p>Hunting and whaling</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do dolphins need to survive?

    <p>Clean water and food</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of dolphins?

    <p>They travel in pods</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of animals live in African savannas?

    <p>Herbivores and carnivores</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do dolphins travel in pods?

    <p>To find food and avoid predators</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a major threat to blue whales?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are great white sharks endangered?

    <p>Because of human fear and greed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is unique about a snake's habitat?

    <p>They can be found in a variety of habitats</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what age does a horse become an adult?

    <p>At 4 years old</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long does it take for a lion to become a fully grown adult?

    <p>Less than 6 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the stage of a tiger's life cycle when they start hunting for food?

    <p>As young tigers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What marks the beginning of a new generation of crocodiles?

    <p>Hatching eggs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long does a monkey's life cycle typically last?

    <p>10-50 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for a young female hen?

    <p>Pullet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the soft material that covers hens when they hatch from eggs?

    <p>Down</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of a hen's behavior when it sits on its eggs?

    <p>To help the embryo inside the egg develop</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the typical number of cubs born at one time to a cheetah?

    <p>Three to five</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic of a cheetah's speed?

    <p>It can reach speeds of 60 miles per hour in just three seconds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is unique about the color of white tigers?

    <p>They have a white coat with dark stripes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is important for a horse to have in order to be healthy?

    <p>A balanced diet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do most crabs eat?

    <p>Whatever they can find and catch</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main food source for a hippopotamus?

    <p>Short grasses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long can a cheetah maintain its top speed?

    <p>For about 30 seconds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do cheetah cubs learn to hunt?

    <p>By playing with each other and practicing killing wounded animals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where are white tigers typically found?

    <p>In captivity, in zoos and circuses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Dolphins

    • Live in moderate to warm ocean and sea waters worldwide
    • Coastal dolphins live near beaches, while offshore dolphins are larger and prefer deep waters
    • Need easy access to food, clean water, and travel in pods to find food and avoid predators

    Horses

    • Domesticated horses can live in almost any habitat, but wild horses prefer plains, prairies, and steppes
    • Need wide open spaces for defense, shelter, and abundant fresh water
    • Prefer open, grassy areas as they are herbivores and consume large amounts of grass

    Cheetahs

    • Known for their speed, being the fastest land animals on Earth
    • Once roamed much of Africa and Asia, but are now endangered due to habitat loss, lack of prey, and vulnerability to humans

    Savannas

    • Almost half of Africa is covered by tropical grasslands called savannas
    • African savannas are warm, open spaces with various types of grasses
    • Home to many large animals, including herbivores and carnivores
    • Habitat destruction and hunting have endangered this ecosystem

    Blue Whales

    • Endangered due to human activities in the past and present
    • Hunting and killing blue whales (whaling) killed hundreds of thousands until it became illegal in 1966
    • Threats include boats, anthropogenic noise, pollution, climate change, and fishing

    Great White Sharks

    • Endangered due to human fear and greed
    • Threats include pollution, illegal fishing, by-catching, and habitat destruction
    • Protected status and banning of shark fin soup have helped increase their numbers

    Snakes

    • Found in warm tropical climates worldwide
    • Can be found in various habitats, including forests, deserts, and water
    • Need to move around to warm up or cool down, depending on the species

    Horse Life Cycle

    • A horse grows from birth to an older adult horse
    • Stages: foal (baby), yearling (1 year), colt or filly (2 years), and adult (4 years)
    • Horses usually live to be around 25 years old

    Lion Life Cycle

    • Lion babies (cubs) start life rapidly, learning to walk, joining the pride, and becoming sexually mature
    • All stages happen under the age of 6 years old

    Tiger Life Cycle

    • Stages: cubs, larger cubs, and young tigers
    • Mothers teach cubs to hunt for food, and they no longer drink milk
    • Between 17 months and 2 years, cubs grow into young tigers and go out on their own

    Crocodile Life Cycle

    • Begins with hatching eggs and ends with death
    • Three stages: before birth, young, and adult
    • Nesting occurs before birth

    Monkey Life Cycle

    • Begins in the mother's womb (gestation period)
    • Stages: babyhood and adulthood
    • Life cycle moves faster than a human's, lasting from 10 to 50 years

    Hen Life Cycle

    • Hens hatch from eggs and are covered in down for a few weeks
    • Called pullets until they can lay eggs
    • Lay eggs less than 24 hours after breeding with roosters
    • Live anywhere from 2 to 25 years or more, depending on the environment

    Cheetah Cub Life Cycle

    • Born small and helpless with a silvery strip of fur (mantle) for camouflage
    • Learn to hunt through playing and practicing killing wounded animals
    • Leave their mother's care when they can take care of themselves

    Cheetah Adaptations

    • Fastest land mammals on Earth, reaching 60 miles per hour in 3 seconds
    • Run 20 to 25 feet in one stride
    • Only have this burst of speed for 30 seconds before tiring out

    Snow Tigers

    • Not a species of tiger, but white Bengal tigers
    • Born without pheomelanin, resulting in snow-colored fur and dark stripes
    • Found only in captivity, with very few living today

    Horse Diet

    • Need a balanced diet to be healthy and have energy
    • Eat grass, hay, and concentrates (mix of grains) at meal time
    • Eat fruits and vegetables at snack time, and drink lots of water

    Crabs

    • Over 4,000 different kinds of crabs, with varying diets
    • Most crabs are scavengers, eating whatever they can find
    • Can be carnivores or omnivores, depending on their environment

    Hippos

    • Large African animals that spend most of their time in water
    • Herbivores that eat mainly short grasses and can graze for up to 6 hours a night
    • Leave behind trails that change their environment

    Dolphins

    • Live in moderate to warm ocean and sea waters worldwide
    • Coastal dolphins live near beaches, while offshore dolphins are larger and prefer deep waters
    • Need easy access to food, clean water, and travel in pods to find food and avoid predators

    Horses

    • Domesticated horses can live in almost any habitat, but wild horses prefer plains, prairies, and steppes
    • Need wide open spaces for defense, shelter, and abundant fresh water
    • Prefer open, grassy areas as they are herbivores and consume large amounts of grass

    Cheetahs

    • Known for their speed, being the fastest land animals on Earth
    • Once roamed much of Africa and Asia, but are now endangered due to habitat loss, lack of prey, and vulnerability to humans

    Savannas

    • Almost half of Africa is covered by tropical grasslands called savannas
    • African savannas are warm, open spaces with various types of grasses
    • Home to many large animals, including herbivores and carnivores
    • Habitat destruction and hunting have endangered this ecosystem

    Blue Whales

    • Endangered due to human activities in the past and present
    • Hunting and killing blue whales (whaling) killed hundreds of thousands until it became illegal in 1966
    • Threats include boats, anthropogenic noise, pollution, climate change, and fishing

    Great White Sharks

    • Endangered due to human fear and greed
    • Threats include pollution, illegal fishing, by-catching, and habitat destruction
    • Protected status and banning of shark fin soup have helped increase their numbers

    Snakes

    • Found in warm tropical climates worldwide
    • Can be found in various habitats, including forests, deserts, and water
    • Need to move around to warm up or cool down, depending on the species

    Horse Life Cycle

    • A horse grows from birth to an older adult horse
    • Stages: foal (baby), yearling (1 year), colt or filly (2 years), and adult (4 years)
    • Horses usually live to be around 25 years old

    Lion Life Cycle

    • Lion babies (cubs) start life rapidly, learning to walk, joining the pride, and becoming sexually mature
    • All stages happen under the age of 6 years old

    Tiger Life Cycle

    • Stages: cubs, larger cubs, and young tigers
    • Mothers teach cubs to hunt for food, and they no longer drink milk
    • Between 17 months and 2 years, cubs grow into young tigers and go out on their own

    Crocodile Life Cycle

    • Begins with hatching eggs and ends with death
    • Three stages: before birth, young, and adult
    • Nesting occurs before birth

    Monkey Life Cycle

    • Begins in the mother's womb (gestation period)
    • Stages: babyhood and adulthood
    • Life cycle moves faster than a human's, lasting from 10 to 50 years

    Hen Life Cycle

    • Hens hatch from eggs and are covered in down for a few weeks
    • Called pullets until they can lay eggs
    • Lay eggs less than 24 hours after breeding with roosters
    • Live anywhere from 2 to 25 years or more, depending on the environment

    Cheetah Cub Life Cycle

    • Born small and helpless with a silvery strip of fur (mantle) for camouflage
    • Learn to hunt through playing and practicing killing wounded animals
    • Leave their mother's care when they can take care of themselves

    Cheetah Adaptations

    • Fastest land mammals on Earth, reaching 60 miles per hour in 3 seconds
    • Run 20 to 25 feet in one stride
    • Only have this burst of speed for 30 seconds before tiring out

    Snow Tigers

    • Not a species of tiger, but white Bengal tigers
    • Born without pheomelanin, resulting in snow-colored fur and dark stripes
    • Found only in captivity, with very few living today

    Horse Diet

    • Need a balanced diet to be healthy and have energy
    • Eat grass, hay, and concentrates (mix of grains) at meal time
    • Eat fruits and vegetables at snack time, and drink lots of water

    Crabs

    • Over 4,000 different kinds of crabs, with varying diets
    • Most crabs are scavengers, eating whatever they can find
    • Can be carnivores or omnivores, depending on their environment

    Hippos

    • Large African animals that spend most of their time in water
    • Herbivores that eat mainly short grasses and can graze for up to 6 hours a night
    • Leave behind trails that change their environment

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    This quiz covers the habitats and living conditions of dolphins and horses. Learn about the ocean and sea waters where dolphins live, and the plains and prairies where wild horses prefer to roam.

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