Reptile Behavior and Care

Sterling Slangenstein, a senior zoologist at the Dallas Zoo, guides viewers through a typical day working with reptiles. The day includes morning routines, feeding and training false garials, and working with interns on Cayman lizards. The video also highlights training Zeppy, a monitor lizard, and concludes with a reptile chat at the Galapagos tortoise yard, emphasizing the importance of environmental stewardship.

What is Sterling Slangenstein's role at the Dallas Zoo?

• Senior Zoologist and Reptilesologist

• Bird Specialist

• Senior Mammalogist

• Aquatic Animal Expert

What is the primary purpose of the morning meeting at the zoo?

• To discuss the previous and upcoming days' activities

• To feed the animals

• To plan the zoo's expansion

• To train new employees

What unique feature do false gharials have?

• Feathered bodies

• Brightly colored scales

• Short tails

• Slender snouts with large teeth

What enrichment activity is provided for the false gharials?

• Playing music

• Providing a shower-like environment

• Feeding them fruits

• Giving them toys

What is one of the benefits of the internship at the Dallas Zoo?

• Free zoo membership

• Interacting with unique animals

• Travel opportunities

• Guaranteed job placement

What is a key characteristic of Cayman lizards?

• They are very social and calm

• They are aggressive

• They are aquatic

• They are nocturnal

What is the purpose of using a harness with Zeppy the monitor lizard?

• To keep her from escaping

• To make her look fashionable

• To help her climb trees

• To keep handlers' hands away from her mouth

What is Zeppy's favorite treat during training?

• Bananas

• Grapes

• Insects

• Fish

Where do the reptile chat sessions take place?

• In the aquarium

• At the Galapagos tortoise yard or herbitarium

• In the bird aviary

• At the entrance of the zoo

What is the main goal of the reptile chat sessions?

• To educate guests and encourage environmental stewardship

• To entertain guests

• To sell zoo merchandise

• To train new staff