Meerkats and Puff Adders Interaction

In the Kalahari Desert, a classic confrontation unfolds between meerkats and a puff adder. The meerkats, known for their sociable nature, face a deadly predator with a venomous bite. Despite the threat, the meerkats employ smart tactics, waving their tails to distract the snake and advancing together. Their strategy pays off as the puff adder retreats, marking a victory for the meerkats.

What is the primary diet of meerkats in the Kalahari Desert?

• Other snakes

• Fish and amphibians

• Succulent bulbs and insects

• Rodents and birds

Which of the following is a characteristic of the puff adder?

• It is a herbivore

• It has a deadly venomous bite

• It feeds on plants

• It has a harmless bite

How do meerkats respond to the threat of a puff adder?

• They ignore the snake

• They hide underground

• They bunch together and advance

• They run away immediately

What tactic do meerkats use to distract the puff adder?

• They make loud noises

• They mimic other animals

• They wave their tails in the air

• They throw sand at it

What is the outcome of the confrontation between the meerkats and the puff adder?

• The meerkats retreat

• The confrontation ends in a draw

• The puff adder wins

• The puff adder retreats

What do the meerkat pups do during the confrontation?

• They attack the puff adder

• They watch as the adults handle the situation

• They help the adults

• They run away