Rodents, Lagomorphs, Mustelids, & Hedgehogs Test Review

How many species of rodents are there?

• Over 2,000

• 90-110

• ~70

• 17

How many species of lagomorphs are there?

• Over 2,000

• 90-110

• ~70

• 17

How many species of mustelids are there?

• Over 2,000

• 90-110

• ~70

• 17

How many species of hedgehogs are there?

• Over 2,000

• 90-110

• ~70

• 17

How many breeds of rabbits does the American Rabbit Breeders Association recognize?

• Over 50

• Over 100

Match the following rodents

• Capybara

• 
• Dumbo rat

• 
• Common degu

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• Skinny pig

• 
• Fat-tailed gerbil

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NGSS.MS-LS4-2

Match the following lagomorphs

• Lionhead rabbit

• 
• Marsh rabbit

• 
• Harlequin rabbit

• 
• English rabbit

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• American pika

• 

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS4-2

Match the following mustelids or hedgehogs

• African pygmy hedgehog

• 
• Black-footed ferret

• 
• Egyptian long-eared hedgehog

• 
• Domestic ferret

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• American mink

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This rabbit breed holds the record for the heaviest & longest individual rabbit, at 22 lbs and 4’3”. They were developed in Flanders, Belgium, and are used for meat, fur, and as companion animals.

• Flemish giant rabbit

• Netherland dwarf rabbit

• Black-tailed prairie dog

• Southern flying squirrel

• Snowshoe hare

This hare species is known for its seasonal color changes and large hind feet with tufted fur that helps to displace its weight as it travels through the snow.

• Flemish giant rabbit

• Netherland dwarf rabbit

• Black-tailed prairie dog

• Southern flying squirrel

• Snowshoe hare

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