Missouri Habitats

Wetlands in Missouri are mostly found in what region?

• Northeast

• Southeast

• Southwest

• Central

What type of tree prefers wet conditions and can survive being submerged in water?

• Black Oak

• Shagbark Hickory

• Bald Cypress

• Shortleaf Pine

What habitat would this be classified as?

• Wetland

• Glade

• Forest

• Prairie

What purpose do pneumatophores like these serve?

• To allow air to enter the tree when the area is flooded.

• To prop up the tree.

• To serve as lawn mower obstacles.

• To allow air to enter the wet soil.

One type of venomous snake that prefers swamps and wetlands is what?

• Northern Water Snake

• Common Water Snake

• Timber Rattlesnake

• Cottonmouth

While this only applies in Missouri, use the eye as an indicator to identify if this snake is venomous or nonvenomous.

• Venomous

• Nonvenomous

While this only applies in Missouri, use the eye as an indicator to identify if this snake is venomous or nonvenomous.

• Venomous

• Nonvenomous

Which amphibian is unique to some of the wetlands in Missouri?

• Spring Peeper (Frog)

• American Bullfrog

• Three-toed Amphiuma

• Cottonmouth

What type of trees are these?

• Bald Cypress Trees

• Pine Trees

• Oak Trees

• Hickory Trees

What habitat would this be classified as?

• Wetland

• Glade

• Forest

• Prairie