Animal Description in the Zoo Quiz

What is the largest mammal in the zoo?

• Giraffe

• Polar bear

• Kangaroo

• African elephant

Name two characteristics that all mammals in the zoo share.

• Lay eggs, Scales

• Hair or fur, Live birth

• Feathers, Cold-blooded

• Gills, Webbed feet

Which reptile in the zoo is known for changing its skin color?

• Turtle

• Chameleon

• Crocodile

• Iguana

What is the main difference between reptiles and mammals in the zoo?

• Reptiles give birth to live young and have fur, while mammals give birth to live young and have fur

• Reptiles and mammals both lay eggs and have scales

• Reptiles give birth to live young and have fur, while mammals lay eggs and have scales

• Reptiles lay eggs and have scales, while mammals give birth to live young and have fur or hair.

Which bird in the zoo is known for its ability to mimic human speech?

• giraffe

• parrot

• penguin

• elephant

What is the main characteristic of birds in the zoo that sets them apart from other animals?

• Scales and the ability to swim

• Feathers and the ability to fly

• Horns and the ability to burrow underground

• Fur and the ability to climb trees

Which amphibian in the zoo can live both on land and in water?

• Penguin

• Frog

• Elephant

• Tiger

What is the main difference between amphibians and reptiles in the zoo?

• Amphibians and reptiles both lay eggs in water

• Amphibians and reptiles both have dry scaly skin

• Amphibians and reptiles both have gills for breathing

• Amphibians lay eggs in water, while reptiles lay eggs on land.

Name two endangered species in the zoo and explain why they are endangered.

• Option A: Polar bear - endangered due to overpopulation and excessive hunting.

• Option B: Giraffe - endangered due to climate change and natural disasters.

• Option C: Penguin - endangered due to urbanization and pollution.

• Option A: Sumatran tiger - endangered due to habitat loss and poaching. Option B: Black rhinoceros - endangered due to illegal hunting and habitat loss.

What are some conservation efforts being made to protect endangered species in the zoo?

• Breeding programs, habitat restoration, public education, and research

• Selling endangered species as pets

• Building more parking lots

• Feeding the animals more food