Tracking Monsters Questions

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What does it mean if an animal is nocturnal?

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It means that the animal is active mostly at night.

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What does the word 'iconic' mean?

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It means representative or widely recognized.

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What does the word 'nocturnal' mean?

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It means active at night.

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What do researchers do when they find Gila monsters?

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They measure, weigh, photograph, and inject them with a microchip tag under the skin.

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How do scientists track Gila monsters?

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They use transmitters to monitor their movements.

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What is the habitat of Gila monsters?

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They primarily live in the Sonoran Desert.

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What is a key characteristic of Gila monsters?

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They are one of the few venomous lizards.

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Why is it difficult to study Gila monsters?

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Because they are nocturnal and spend much time in underground burrows.

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What is the purpose of the Gila Monster Project?

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To study and track the population and behavior of Gila monsters.

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What is a microchip tag?

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A small device injected under the skin of an animal for identification and tracking.