Echidna Quiz

Where are echidnas commonly found in Australia?

• Deserts

• Coastal areas

• Forests

• All of the above

What type of habitat do echidnas prefer?

• Wetlands

• Grasslands

• Rocky areas

• Snowy regions

Which of the following is a primary component of an echidna's diet?

• Fruits

• Ants

• Leaves

• Fish

Echidnas are also known to eat which of the following?

• Worms

• Seeds

• Berries

• Small mammals

What is a distinctive physical characteristic of echidnas?

• Long tail

• Spines

• Large ears

• Bright colours

How do echidnas protect themselves from predators?

• Running fast

• Climbing trees

• Curling into a ball

• Changing colour

What is the average length of an adult echidna?

• 30 cm

• 45 cm

• 60 cm

• 75 cm

How much does an average adult echidna weigh?

• 2 kg

• 5 kg

• 7 kg

• 10 kg

What is the primary method echidnas use to find food?

• Sight

• Smell

• Hearing

• Touch

Echidnas have a specialised body part to help them eat ants and termites. What is it?

• Long tongue

• Sharp claws

• Strong jaws

• Large teeth