Bats Flashcard

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What is the name of the person who studies bats?

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Joseph D'Angeli

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What does the word 'active' mean?

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Not resting or sleeping

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What is the main idea of the text about bats?

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Bats are interesting and helpful animals, and bat scientists like Joseph D'Angeli can spend their whole lives studying them.

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What does Joseph D'Angeli teach about bats?

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He teaches that bats can be shy and even helpful.

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What is a chiropologist?

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A person who studies bats.

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What are some common misconceptions about bats?

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Bats are often thought to be dangerous or dirty, but they are actually beneficial to ecosystems.

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What role do bats play in the ecosystem?

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Bats help with pollination and pest control.

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How do bats navigate in the dark?

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Bats use echolocation to navigate and find food.

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What is the average lifespan of a bat?

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Bats can live for several years, with some species living over 30 years.

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What are the different types of bats?

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There are over 1,400 species of bats, including fruit bats, insectivorous bats, and vampire bats.