A Mob of Meerkats

According to the article, which of the following is not a way meerkats would react to a predator?

• Meerkats might run to the safety of their burrow.

• Meerkats might climb a tree to escape a predator.

• A guard meerkat might call out an alarm.

• Meerkats might stand in a group, hissing, until the predator leaves.

How do meerkats work together?

What are two physical traits that help meerkats dig burrows?

If you see a group of meerkats standing very straight on their hind legs, what are they most likely doing?

• sunbathing

• watching for predators

• sniffing out prey to eat

• socializing with each other

How are the meerkats similar to humans?

What is a group of meerkats called?

• herd

• mob

• pack

• flock

Which of the following does NOT eat meerkats?

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Where do meerkats run if a predator approaches?

• to the river

• to the bushes

• to their burrows

• to the ocean

A meerkat is most closely related to

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What does the the dark fur around a meerkat's eyes help it do?