Exploring the Differences: Wolves, Foxes, and Coyotes

Exploring the Differences: Wolves, Foxes, and Coyotes

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Biology

4th - 12th Grade

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The video tutorial explores the differences between coyotes, red foxes, and gray wolves, focusing on their physical characteristics, behaviors, diets, and habitats. Coyotes are smaller than wolves and have distinct physical traits, while foxes are the smallest and have unique appearances. The video also discusses the social structures of these animals, with wolves being pack animals, coyotes mostly solitary, and foxes either solitary or monogamous. The dietary habits of each species are covered, highlighting their carnivorous and omnivorous tendencies. Additionally, the video includes trivia about the diversity of fox species worldwide.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is a key physical feature of coyotes?

Short, dense fur

Large ears and a pointed snout

Black legs and ears

White body and face

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary social structure of wolves?

Groups

Packs

Pairs

Solitary

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of these animals is an omnivore?

None of the above

Coyote

Red Fox

Gray Wolf

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where can coyotes be found geographically?

Only in the United States

In Australia

Throughout Eurasia

In parts of Central and North America

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many species of fox exist according to the trivia?

More than 12

Between 6 and 8

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