Peregrine Falcon Behavior and Care

Peregrine Falcon Behavior and Care

Assessment

Interactive Video

Biology, Science

6th - 10th Grade

Easy

Created by

Liam Anderson

Used 1+ times

FREE Resource

Emily interviews Josh Engel about his work with the Peregrine program, focusing on banding and blood sampling of young falcons. They discuss the growth stages of the falcons, challenges in urban environments, and compare urban birdwatching to observing birds in the wild. Josh shares insights on safety measures and concludes with thoughts on the experience.

Read more

10 questions

Show all answers

1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Josh's main role in the Peregrine program?

Banding and blood sampling

Feeding the young falcons

Building nests for the falcons

Training the falcons to fly

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

During the banding process, what is used to protect against the falcons' talons and beaks?

Plastic gloves

Metal shields

Leather gloves

Wooden sticks

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of the liquid in the tube used during the banding process?

To attract the falcons

To clean the falcons' feathers

To preserve the blood samples

To feed the young falcons

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How long does it take for Peregrine falcons to be ready for their first flight?

12 weeks

9 weeks

6 weeks

3 weeks

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a common issue Peregrine falcons face during their first flight in urban areas?

Flying too high

Being attacked by other birds

Landing on the ground or rooftops

Getting lost

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the average lifespan of Peregrine falcons if they survive their first year?

18-20 years

8-12 years

13-17 years

5-7 years

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does Josh describe the experience of working with Peregrine falcons in an urban setting?

More challenging than in the wild

Less exciting than in the wild

Similar to working in the wild

A unique and personal experience

Create a free account and access millions of resources

Create resources
Host any resource
Get auto-graded reports
or continue with
Microsoft
Apple
Others
By signing up, you agree to our Terms of Service & Privacy Policy
Already have an account?