Climate Zones and Unique Wildlife of Australia

The video explores Australia's climate, influenced by latitude and mountain ranges, resulting in diverse climatic regions like monsoon, savanna, desert, Mediterranean, British, and China types. It highlights unique wildlife, including kangaroos, koalas, platypus, and various birds, emphasizing Australia's distinct ecological system.

What are the two main factors that influence Australia's climate?

• Mountain ranges and ocean currents

• Latitude and mountain ranges

• Latitude and ocean currents

• Ocean currents and trade winds

Which type of climate is characterized by hot, wet summers and cold, dry winters in northern Australia?

• Monsoon

• Savanna

• Mediterranean

• Tropical desert

What is the main vegetation found in the savanna woodlands of Australia?

• Bamboo

• Eucalyptus

• Pine

• Acacia

Which type of climate is found in Tasmania?

• Monsoon

• Mediterranean

• British

• China

Which type of climate is found along the southeast coast of Queensland and New South Wales?

• Monsoon

• Mediterranean

• China

• British

What is the primary diet of koalas in Australia?

• Eucalyptus leaves

• Grass

• Bamboo leaves

• Insects

Which animal is known for having a bill like a duck and laying eggs despite being a mammal?

• Kangaroo

• Koala

• Dingo

• Platypus

What is the only carnivorous animal native to Australia?

• Platypus

• Kangaroo

• Koala

• Dingo

Which bird is known for its ability to mimic sounds, including other birds and even car horns?

• Emu

• Golden whistler

• Kookaburra

• Lyrebird

What is the second largest bird in the world, found in Australia?

• Ostrich

• Emu

• Kookaburra

• Lyrebird