Michigan Wildlife Quiz

What is the average lifespan of a white-tailed deer in Michigan?

• 20 to 25 years

• 2 to 4 years

• 5 to 7 years

• 10 to 15 years

How many fawns does a white-tailed deer usually give birth to?

• One or two

• Three or four

• None, they don't give birth to fawns

• Five or six

What is the primary diet of white-tailed deer in Michigan?

• Plants, including leaves, twigs, fruits, and nuts

• Fish and insects

• Processed human food

• Meat from other animals

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What is the estimated population of white-tailed deer in Michigan?

• Approximately 500,000

• Less than 100,000

• Approximately 1.5 million

• Around 2 million

What is the average weight of a black bear in Michigan?

• 50-100 pounds

• 200-300 pounds

• 100-200 pounds

• 400-500 pounds

What is the hibernation period of black bears in Michigan?

• 8-9 months

• 5-6 months

• 10-11 months

• 2-3 months

What is the main food source for black bears in Michigan?

• Fish and small mammals

• Berries, nuts, and insects

• Grass and leaves

• Meat and carrion

How many elk were reintroduced to Michigan in 1918?

• 50

• 0

• 100

• 200

What is the primary habitat of Michigan elk?

• Eastern Lower Peninsula

• Southern Lower Peninsula

• Western Upper Peninsula

• Northern Lower Peninsula and Upper Peninsula

What is the mating season of Michigan elk?

• May and June

• January and February

• November and December

• September and October