Animal quiz

What is the top speed (in miles per hour) of a grey hound

• 35

• 45

• 55

• 25

How many hearts does an octopus have

• 3

• 1

• 2

• 0

Answer explanation

They have two peripheral hearts in their gills and a further central heart that serves their organs and muscles.

What animal has the largest eyes in the animal kingdom

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Answer explanation

The eye of a Giant Squid measures 27 centimetres in diameter - the size of a football.

What is the primary diet of a Giant Panda?

• Bamboo

• Insects

• Eucalyptus

• Fruits

Name the breed of dog

• Golden Retriever

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• Rottweiler

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• Irish Wolfhound

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• Maltese

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• Bernese Mountain Dog

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What is the largest mammal (currently living on earth)

Answer explanation

They are the largest recorded animal to have ever lived.

They are between 80-100 feet long

They weigh between 130,000 – 150,000 kg

What is the average lifespan of a Giant Tortoise?

• 50 years

• 100 years

• 150 years

• 200 years

What is the gestation period of an African Elephant?

• 12 months

• 22 months

• 18 months

• 24 months

Answer explanation

African elephants are pregnant for up to 22 months. This is actually the longest gestation period of all mammals.

What is the largest species of shark?

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How long can a Galapagos tortoise live without food or water?

• 1 week

• 1 month

• 6 months

• 1 year

Answer explanation

Galapagos giant tortoises can survive for over a year without food or water due to their slow metabolism and ability to store large amounts of water: