Alligator Behavior and Ecology

Alligator Behavior and Ecology

Assessment

Interactive Video

Biology, Science, Fun

6th - 8th Grade

Hard

Created by

Ethan Morris

FREE Resource

The video explores the intriguing behavior of alligators in South Florida, particularly their clever hunting strategy during egret breeding season. Alligators use sticks to lure egrets, showcasing a rare and possibly intentional tactic. This behavior, though observed, has never been filmed before, highlighting the alligator's surprising cunning despite its small brain size.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What makes the South Florida restaurants worth visiting despite being crowded?

The exceptional menu

The cleverness of the alligators

The friendly staff

The beautiful scenery

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

During what time do alligators find a special item on the menu?

Egret breeding season

Winter holidays

Summer vacation

Spring festival

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are egrets particularly selective about during nest building?

Their food

Their construction materials

Their nesting location

Their companions

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do alligators use sticks in their strategy?

As a tool to build nests

To play with other alligators

To balance on their tails

To lure egrets

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is unique about the alligator's strategy involving sticks?

It has been observed but not filmed before

It is a common behavior in all reptiles

It is a new behavior discovered recently

It has been filmed many times