Animal Migration Quiz

Why do some species of animals migrate every year?

• To find new friends

• To survive

• To play games

• To build nests

When do animals decide to migrate?

• When they feel bored

• When they need to

• When they want to explore

• When they are tired

What is an example of a bird that migrates only if its food sources become too scarce?

• Blue jay

• Penguin

• Eagle

• Parrot

What type of animals usually travel short distances?

• Large mammals

• Small migrating reptiles and amphibians

• Birds

• Fish

Why do some frogs and turtles migrate short distances?

• To find water

• To lay their eggs

• To find food

• To escape predators

What is one of the longest mammal migration patterns in the world?

• Elephants

• Caribou

• Lions

• Bears

How far do caribou travel roundtrip?

• 100 miles

• 500 miles

• 745 miles

• 1,000 miles

What is the purpose of animal migration?

• To find a better, safer home

• To have fun

• To meet other animals

• To learn new skills

______ is the movement of animals from one place to another, usually along the same route, and to find available food

• Courtship

• Behavior

• Migration

• Hibernation

Do dragonflies migrate?

• True

• False