Skull Identification Quiz

What is the relative size of the elk skull?

• Size of a baseball

• Size of a football

• Size of a dime

• Size of a quarter

What is the eye placement of a predator skull?

• Eyes on the side

• Eyes in the front

• Eyes on the top

• Eyes on the bottom

Which teeth are used for grinding in an elk skull?

• Incisors

• Canines

• Premolars

• Molars

What type of skull is a bobcat?

• Herbivore

• Omnivore

• Carnivore

• Prey species

What is the function of incisors in a bear skull?

• Nipping

• Grasping

• Tearing

• Grinding

What is the purpose of the sagittal crest in a bear skull?

• Protecting the brain

• Enhancing vision

• Strengthening jaw muscles

• Aiding in digestion

Which animal has a diastema between its front teeth and molars?

• Deer

• Rabbit

• Skunk

• Mole

What is the eye placement of a prey species skull?

• Eyes on the side

• Eyes in the front

• Eyes on the top

• Eyes on the bottom

What type of skull is a muskrat?

• Herbivore

• Omnivore

• Carnivore

• Prey species

Which animal has incisors on the front and back of its jaw?

• Raccoon

• Fox

• Chipmunk

• Otter