Water-Holding Frog Adaptations

The video explores the survival strategies of the water-holding frog in northern Australia, a region with minimal rainfall. The frog gains water weight during the rainy season, burrows deep into the earth, and enters a dormant state, surviving without food or water for up to two years. Upon the return of rain, the frog awakens to mate and ensure the survival of its species. This remarkable adaptation highlights the frog's resourcefulness compared to human survival needs.

What is the average annual rainfall in the region of northern Australia where the water-holding frog lives?

• Between 15 and 20 inches

• Exactly 12 inches

• Less than 12 inches

• More than 20 inches

How does the water-holding frog manage to store water during the rainy season?

• By drinking continuously

• By absorbing water through its skin

• By storing water in its stomach

• By using a special water pouch

To what depth does the water-holding frog burrow into the ground?

• More than three feet

• Less than one foot

• Exactly two feet

• Between one and two feet

What unique adaptation allows the water-holding frog to survive without food or water for years?

• It migrates to wetter areas

• It hibernates in a tree

• It stores food in its burrow

• It enters a state of dormancy in a cocoon

How long can the water-holding frog remain in its underground den without sustenance?

• Up to six months

• More than two years

• Exactly one year

• Less than a year

What triggers the water-holding frog to awaken from its dormant state?

• A change in temperature

• The return of the rainy season

• The availability of food

• The presence of predators

What is the primary focus of the water-holding frog once it awakens?

• Exploring new territories

• Mating quickly

• Building a new burrow

• Finding food