Carnivora Order: Raccoons, Mongooses, Skunks, and Weasels

The video tutorial covers various nocturnal mammals including raccoons, mongooses, skunks, and weasels. It discusses their habitats, diets, physical characteristics, and unique traits. Raccoons are omnivorous and adaptable, mongooses are known for their snake-killing ability, skunks have a distinctive defense mechanism, and weasels are skilled hunters. The video also highlights the relationships among these animals within the Mustelidae family.

What is the primary diet of raccoons in urban areas?

• Fish and amphibians

• Fruits and vegetables

• Garbage and leftovers

• Insects and small mammals

Which family does the mongoose belong to?

• Procyonidae

• Herpestidae

• Mustelidae

• Mephitidae

What unique ability do mongooses have that helps them hunt snakes?

• They can fly

• They can change color

• They are immune to snake venom

• They can swim

What is the primary defense mechanism of skunks?

• Camouflage

• Sharp claws

• Foul-smelling spray

• Loud noises

Which of the following is true about skunks?

• They are solitary animals

• They are immune to snake venom

• They are related to weasels

• They can fly short distances

Where can weasels be found?

• Only in Asia

• On all continents except Oceania and Antarctica

• Only in Europe

• Only in North America

What is a notable feature of the least weasel?

• It can change its fur color to blue

• It has a long, bushy tail

• It is the smallest member of its family

• It is the largest member of its family