Animal Adaptations and Survival Strategies

The video explores various animal behaviors and adaptations, including the stargazer's camouflage, the great diving beetle's underwater adaptations, and the symbiotic relationship between clownfish and anemones. It also covers the challenges faced by wildebeest and dwarf crocodiles, the unique ecosystem of Bioko Island, and the predatory tactics of spider wasps and ant lions. Additionally, it highlights the survival strategies of Malaika, an African huntress, and the hunting techniques of ospreys and frogfish.

What unique adaptation allows the great diving beetle to stay underwater for extended periods?

• Gills for breathing underwater

• A bubble of air trapped under its wing case

• Feathered rear legs for swimming

• A streamlined body for fast movement

What adaptation allows the star gazer to remain undetected by prey?

• Its sharp teeth

• Its fast swimming speed

• Its specialized gills that prevent sand disturbance

• Its ability to change color

What is the main food source for the great diving beetle larvae in spring?

• Small fish

• Tadpoles

• Algae

• Insects

How do lions take advantage of the dry season?

• By hunting in packs

• By migrating to wetter areas

• By storing food for later

• By preying on weakened wildebeest

What is a significant threat to the survival of the drill primates on Bioco Island?

• Human encroachment

• Competition for food

• Deforestation

• Predation by large cats

What role do bison play in the nesting process of cliff swallows?

• They provide food for the swallows

• They help in mixing mud for nest building

• They protect the nests from predators

• They offer shelter for the swallows

How does the spider wasp ensure its larvae have food?

• By collecting nectar and pollen

• By paralyzing a spider and laying an egg on it

• By hunting small insects

• By building a nest near a food source

What strategy does the osprey use to evade a peregrine falcon?

• Flying in circles

• Hiding in the trees

• Diving into the water

• Flying higher than the falcon

How do clownfish benefit from their relationship with anemones?

• They use anemones for breeding

• They gain protection from predators

• They clean the anemones

• They receive food from the anemones

What is the primary diet of the alligator snapping turtle?

• Aquatic plants

• Small mammals

• Insects and larvae

• Fish and other aquatic animals