Straw-Colored Fruit Bats Migration Quiz

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What is the primary motivation for the straw-colored fruit bats migrating to Kasanka National Park?

To escape harsh weather conditions
To find suitable nesting grounds
To breed
To access a plentiful food source (correct)

According to the provided information, how long does the annual migration of straw-colored fruit bats to Kasanka last?

Three months (correct)
Two months
Six months
Twelve months

What evidence suggests that mating is not the primary reason for the bats' migration to Kasanka?

The bats are known to mate in other African countries. (correct)
The bats are known to feast on wild fruits in surrounding farmlands.
Kasanka is the smallest of 20 national parks in Zambia.
The bats disperse and return to their habitats after a few months.

Based on the provided information, which of the following is a plausible reason why the bats choose Kasanka National Park for their migration?

The specific type of wild fruit available in Kasanka is their preferred food source. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Using the provided data and the accompanying image, what can we infer about the straw-colored fruit bats?

They are highly social creatures, capable of forming large aggregations. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following provides the most plausible reason for the straw-colored fruit bats' limited three-month stay at Kasanka despite the availability of food year-round?

The bats' migration patterns are likely influenced by factors beyond food availability, such as breeding or weather conditions. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does the text suggest is a primary challenge in conducting research on the straw-colored fruit bats' migration patterns?

The limited lifespan of GPS batteries, preventing researchers from gathering detailed data on the entire migratory journey. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements best captures the central argument about the ecological significance of straw-colored fruit bats' migration?

The bats' seasonal migration contributes to maintaining the health of ecosystems by dispersing seeds across vast distances. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of these factors is NOT directly mentioned in the text as a threat to straw-colored fruit bat populations?

The introduction of invasive species that prey on or outcompete the bats. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What inference can be drawn about the reason straw-colored fruit bats are considered highly effective seed dispersers?

Unlike other species, they leave the protection of the forest canopy and disperse seeds more widely. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Given the information provided, which of these statements most accurately reflects the relationship between the straw-colored fruit bat colonies in Kasanka and the ecological impact of their presence?

Significant seed dispersal by the large Kasanka colony contributes to the health and diversity of ecosystems in the surrounding areas. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Based on the text, how do straw-colored fruit bats contribute to the preservation of plant species?

They enhance the diversity of plant species by introducing seeds from distant locations that establish new populations. (C) Signup and view all the answers

The text suggests that the decline in the straw-colored fruit bat population could have a significant impact on which of these aspects?

The overall biodiversity of ecosystems in sub-Saharan Africa, including the abundance of both plant and animal species. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Kasanka National Park

A national park in Zambia known for the world's largest mammal migration.

Straw-colored fruit bats

The species of bats that migrate to Kasanka, feeding on fruits.