I WONDER - How Do Nocturnal Animals Use Their Sense Of Smell?

The video discusses nocturnal animals, focusing on the slow loris. These animals rely on their sense of smell to navigate their environment and avoid predators. The slow loris has a unique defense mechanism involving a toxin produced by a brachial gland, which it can mix with saliva to deliver a venomous bite when threatened.

What is a key sense that nocturnal animals like the slow loris rely on?

• Hearing

• Sight

• Taste

• Smell

What allows the slow loris to detect chemical cues in its environment?

• Highly developed olfactory system

• Highly developed vision

• Sensitive skin

• Advanced auditory system

Where is the specialized gland located in the slow loris?

• In its paw

• In its tail

• In its elbow

• In its neck

What does the slow loris mix with its toxin to deliver a venomous bite?

• Blood

• Sweat

• Saliva

• Water

What is the purpose of the slow loris's brachial gland?

• To produce a sweet scent

• To help in climbing

• To produce a toxin

• To store food