Exploring Extraordinary Wildlife Across Continents

How do male poison dart frogs ensure the safety of their tadpoles?

• By feeding them constantly

• By placing each tadpole in its own tiny pool of water

• By keeping them on land

• By placing them in a communal pool

What unique ability does the female poison dart frog have that the male does not?

• She can carry the tadpoles on her back

• She can remember the locations of all tadpoles

• She can lay unfertilized eggs to feed the tadpoles

• She can find water sources

What strategy does the mother macaque use to retrieve her kidnapped baby?

• She waits for the kidnapper to leave

• She fights the kidnapper

• She recruits another macaque and grooms her companions

• She offers food to the kidnapper

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Why do little red flying foxes hang upside down in trees?

• To sleep comfortably

• To avoid predators

• Because their wings make it difficult to walk or take off from the ground

• To stay cool

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What is the main threat to the little red flying foxes when they drink water?

• Humans

• Snakes

• Crocodiles

• Predatory birds

What is the primary food source for Tasmanian devils?

• Carcasses and bones

• Insects

• Fruits and vegetables

• Live prey

Why are whale sharks considered an easy and valuable catch?

• They are slow-moving and large

• They are found near the shore

• They are aggressive

• They travel in large groups

What adaptation helps the roadrunner survive in the desert?

• Flying at high speeds

• Running at over 30 kilometers an hour

• Digging burrows

• Storing water in its body

How do Humboldt Penguins use guano?

• As a food source

• To build their nests

• To attract mates

• To mark their territory

What is a significant threat to bear cubs in Finland's forests?

• Adult male bears

• Human hunters

• Lack of food

• Harsh weather