Jr. Envirothon-Field & Meadow: Mammals Quiz

What is the primary diet of the red fox in Pennsylvania?

• Fish and amphibians

• Rodents and small mammals

• Insects and worms

• Leaves and grass

Which of the following animals is known to hibernate during winter?

• Red fox

• Groundhog

• Meadow vole

• Cottontail rabbit

What is the average lifespan of a meadow vole in the wild?

• 3 months

• 1 year

• 2 years

• 3 years

Which animal is known for having a white tail?

• Red fox

• Groundhog

• Cottontail rabbit

• Deer mouse

What is the primary method of locating food for the big brown bat?

• Smell

• Sight

• Echolocation

• Touch

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Which of the following animals is an insectivore?

• Red fox

• Groundhog

• Big brown bat

• Cottontail rabbit

What is the primary habitat of the fox squirrel in Pennsylvania?

• Deep woods

• Open fields

• Pastured woodlots

• Urban areas

Which animal is known to have a tail that acts as a tactile organ and balancing aid?

• Red fox

• Deer mouse

• Meadow vole

• Least shrew

What is the primary diet of the least shrew?

• Fruits and berries

• Insects and earthworms

• Grains and seeds

• Fish and amphibians

Which animal is known to have a significant impact on the food chain of field habitats?

• Red fox

• Meadow vole

• Groundhog

• Cottontail rabbit

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