La gran inundación del Kalahari

The Kalahari Desert in Africa is a harsh environment where animals struggle to find food and water. However, seasonal flooding from nearby mountains transforms the desert, attracting a variety of animals. This influx leads to complex predator-prey dynamics, with carnivores like lions employing strategic hunting methods. Despite the abundance of water, drinking can be perilous due to lurking predators.

What natural event transforms the Kalahari Desert during the summer?

• A drought

• Heavy rains

• A heatwave

• A sandstorm

What term is used to describe animals that hunt other animals for food?

• Herbivores

• Scavengers

• Omnivores

• Carnivores

Which of the following animals is mentioned as a predator in the Kalahari?

• Elephants

• Buffalo

• Lions

• Monkeys

Why is it difficult for lions to catch prey in the water?

• They are not good swimmers

• Prey is too fast in water

• Water is too deep

• They prefer dry land

What risk do animals face when going to drink water in the Kalahari?

• Getting lost

• Heat exhaustion

• Predator attacks

• Drowning