Exploring Indonesia's Fauna

Describe the unique features of the Komodo dragon.

• Small size and weak limbs

• Feathers and wings for flight

• Cold-blooded with no sense of smell

• The unique features of the Komodo dragon include its large size, venomous bite, tough scaly skin, powerful limbs, and excellent sense of smell.

Identify the species of the endangered orangutan.

• Bornean gorilla

• Sumatran chimpanzee

• African orangutan

• Bornean orangutan and Sumatran orangutan

Explain the habitat of the Sumatran tiger.

• Deserts and arid regions in Australia

• Urban environments in Southeast Asia

• The Sumatran tiger's habitat includes tropical rainforests, swamps, and grasslands in Sumatra, Indonesia.

• Mountainous areas in the Himalayas

What adaptations help the Bali starling survive in its environment?

• Solitary behavior

• Dull coloration

• Long wingspan

• Strong beak, bright plumage, social behavior

List three characteristics of the Javan rhinoceros.

• Two horns

• Lives in deserts

• Primarily herbivorous

• Single horn, Thick skin folds, Prefers dense forests

Where can you find the habitat of the proboscis monkey?

• Amazon Rainforest

• Australian Outback

• African Savanna

• Borneo and Sumatra

Describe the physical appearance of the Bornean pygmy elephant.

• The Bornean pygmy elephant is small, with large ears, a rounded body, grayish wrinkled skin, a long trunk, and smaller tusks.

• The Bornean pygmy elephant is large with long tusks and a slender body.

• The Bornean pygmy elephant has bright orange skin and no tusks.

• The Bornean pygmy elephant is known for its vibrant blue color and short ears.

Identify the main threats to the habitat of the Sumatran orangutan.

• Deforestation, illegal logging, habitat fragmentation

• Pollution from agriculture

• Overpopulation of species

• Climate change

Explain how the habitat of the green sea turtle is affected by climate change.

• Climate change negatively impacts the green sea turtle's habitat by causing rising sea levels, increased storm intensity, and altering food availability.

• Climate change has no effect on the green sea turtle's habitat.

• Rising temperatures lead to more nesting sites for green sea turtles.

• Climate change improves the green sea turtle's habitat by increasing food sources.

What role does the Indonesian rainforest play in the ecosystem of the tarsier?

• The Indonesian rainforest has no significant impact on tarsiers.

• The Indonesian rainforest serves as a vital habitat and food source for tarsiers.

• Tarsiers rely on urban areas for their food and shelter.

• The Indonesian rainforest is primarily a breeding ground for fish.