Wildlife and Pond Ecosystem Quiz

What unique ability do newts possess?

• They can live without water.

• They can change colors.

• They can regrow body parts.

• They can fly.

Why are pond skaters easy to spot around ponds?

• They can walk on water.

• They make loud noises.

• They are brightly colored.

• They have large wings.

What do frogspawn eggs develop into?

• Dragonflies

• Pond skaters

• Tadpoles

• Newts

What is a bulrush?

• A type of fish

• A bird species

• A water plant

• A small insect

How do frogs breathe underwater?

• Through their mouth

• Through their lungs

• Through their skin

• Through their gills

What is a unique feature of pond snails?

• They can fly.

• They can jump.

• They can swim.

• They can only crawl.

How do toads differ from frogs in movement?

• Toads jump, frogs crawl.

• Toads fly, frogs swim.

• Toads crawl, frogs jump.

• Toads swim, frogs fly.

What do dragonflies use to catch their prey?

• Their mouths

• Their tails

• Their feet

• Their wings

What is a water boatman's primary method of movement?

• Jumping

• Swimming with hind legs

• Crawling

• Flying

What are the floating leaves of water lilies commonly called?

• Leaf boats

• Water cushions

• Lily pads

• Pond mats