Urban Wildlife Quiz

What unique ability do pigeons have that helps them navigate?

• They can fly backwards.

• They can mimic human speech.

• They have an excellent sense of direction.

• They can see in the dark.

What is a group of pigeons called when they are flying together?

• A swarm

• A flock

• A flight

• A pack

Why are raccoons often referred to as 'The Ring-Tailed Bandit'?

• Because they live in trees.

• Because they are fast runners.

• Because they are nocturnal.

• Because of their striped tails and mask-like markings.

What special feature allows opossums to escape predators?

• They can swim.

• They can fly.

• They can change color.

• They can play dead.

What tool-using behavior is observed in crows?

• They use sticks to find food.

• They use stones to crack nuts.

• They use leaves to build nests.

• They use feathers to fly faster.

What is a group of crows called?

• A colony

• A pack

• A flock

• A murder

What is a unique feature of the European Starling's flight?

• They fly in a v-shaped formation.

• They fly in a straight line.

• They perform murmuration.

• They fly backwards.

What is the primary reason Canada geese migrate?

• To find mates.

• To escape cold weather.

• To find food.

• To avoid predators.

How do mallard ducks primarily find their food?

• By scavenging on land.

• By catching insects in the air.

• By tipping forward in the water.

• By diving deep underwater.

What is a notable feature of the American robin?

• Its ability to mimic other birds.

• Its bright red chest.

• Its nocturnal habits.

• Its long migration routes.