Musk Oxen and Arctic Wolves

Musk oxen are large Arctic animals vulnerable to predators like Arctic wolves. When threatened, they form defensive rings to protect themselves. However, calves are particularly vulnerable when separated from the herd. In a subsequent encounter, the musk oxen successfully defend their young by standing their ground, forcing the wolves to seek easier prey.

What is the height of a male musk ox at the shoulder?

• 6 feet

• 5 feet

• 4 feet

• 3 feet

Which predator is mentioned as a threat to musk oxen?

• Hyenas

• Arctic wolves

• Lions

• Tigers

What mistake did the musk oxen herd make during the first wolf encounter?

• They attacked the wolves

• They ran away in panic

• They formed a defensive ring

• They hid in the tundra

What was the outcome for the calf during the first wolf encounter?

• It fought off the wolves

• It succumbed to the wolves

• It was protected by the herd

• It escaped

How did the musk oxen change their strategy during the second wolf encounter?

• They hid in the snow

• They stayed close to their calves

• They attacked the wolves

• They ran faster

What is a risk for musk oxen if they run for too long?

• They might get lost

• They might get tired

• They could overheat

• They could fall

What was the wolves' reaction during the second encounter?

• They called for reinforcements

• They attacked fiercely

• They hid from the oxen

• They gave up and moved on

What was the final outcome for the musk oxen after the second encounter?

• They were captured

• They roamed freely

• They migrated south

• They were injured