Intense Monitor Lizard Fight

Intense Monitor Lizard Fight

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Interactive Video

Social Studies, Biology

University

Hard

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In South Africa, two monitor lizards were filmed by Ranger Rob Van Plue in a dramatic battle lasting over 15 minutes. The fight, likely a territorial dispute between alpha males, showcased their strength and aggression. Despite their smaller size compared to the Komodo dragon, these lizards were fierce. Rob, who had never seen such a fight in over 20 years, attempted to capture the end of the battle, but the lizards disappeared down a hill, leaving the outcome unknown.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the likely reason for the monitor lizards' battle in South Africa?

Escaping a predator

Competition for food

Territorial dispute

Attracting a female

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How long can monitor lizards grow, and which is the largest species?

Up to 3 meters, Komodo dragon

Up to 2 meters, Nile monitor

Up to 4 meters, Water monitor

Up to 5 meters, Savannah monitor

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What unique aspect of the lizards' fight is highlighted in the video?

Their use of tools

Their vocal communication

Their slow dance-like grappling

Their synchronized movements

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Rob Van Plue say about his experience with such fights?

He has seen many similar fights

He has never seen a fight like this

He often intervenes in such fights

He usually avoids filming them

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What happened at the end of the lizards' battle?

The lizards were captured

The fight continued out of view

The lizards made peace

The fight was stopped by Rob