Wildlife Ecology Quiz 1

Which concept includes the study of Global Climate Change?

• Wildlife Ecology

• Wildlife Classification, Adaptations, and Identification

• Conservation and Management of Wildlife

• Wildlife and Society

What is the term for insects that cause harm to humans, crops, and animals?

• Predators

• Pests

• Parasites

• Pollinators

Which of the following is an example of a biological control in Integrated Pest Management?

• Using chemical insecticides

• Planting monoculture crops

• Using predators like bats and wasps

• Setting up traps and nets

What environmental issue can affect amphibians due to their skin?

• Air pollution

• Water pollution

• Soil erosion

• Noise pollution

What adaptation allows reptiles to live their entire lives on land?

• Gills

• Leathery egg coating

• Fins

• Moist skin

What is the primary use of alligator hides historically?

• Making jewelry

• Making purses, shoes, and wallets

• Making furniture

• Making musical instruments

What type of eggs do birds lay?

• Soft-shelled

• Hard-shelled

• Transparent

• Gelatinous

What is the term used to describe animals that can produce their own body heat?

• Ectothermic

• Endothermic

• Exothermic

• Thermogenic

Which of the following is a characteristic of birds?

• Scales

• Feathers

• Fins

• Gills

Which birds are typically found in fresh shallow marshes, ponds, and rivers?

• Diving Ducks

• Puddle Ducks

• Raptors

• Game Birds