Hippo Behavior and Ecology

Hippo Behavior and Ecology

Assessment

Interactive Video

Biology, Science, Geography

5th - 8th Grade

Hard

Created by

Ethan Morris

FREE Resource

The video explores the social and territorial nature of hippos, focusing on a spy hippo's cautious approach to observing them. It highlights the dynamics within hippo pods, particularly the less aggressive nature of females. The spy hippo captures unique underwater footage, revealing how barbs interact with hippos by cleaning their skin and teeth. The video concludes with the hippos appearing to enter a trance after their 'treatment'.

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8 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What characteristic of hippos makes them challenging for the spy hippo to approach?

Their playful nature

Their solitary lifestyle

Their territorial behavior

Their vegetarian diet

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why must the spy hippo avoid sudden movements?

To maintain its disguise

To not provoke the hippos

To avoid alerting predators

To prevent scaring the fish

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In a hippo pod, who typically oversees the group?

A dominant female

An elder hippo

A single male

A pair of siblings

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do hippos primarily move when they are underwater?

They paddle with their feet

They swim using their tails

They walk along the riverbed

They float with the current

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role do barbs play in the lives of hippos?

They are predators of hippos

They clean the hippos' skin

They compete for food with hippos

They guide hippos to food sources

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a notable feature of the hippos' skin as observed by the spy hippo?

It changes color underwater

It has many cuts and scratches

It is covered in scales

It is smooth and shiny

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What unusual behavior do hippos exhibit after receiving treatment from the barbs?

They become more aggressive

They enter a trance-like state

They start swimming rapidly

They leave the water immediately

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary diet of barbs when hippos are not present?

Plants on the riverbed

Small fish in the water

Insects on the water surface

Algae on rocks