BAB 1 Exploring Fauna

What is the habitat of Bekantan in Indonesia?

• Mangrove forests, peat swamp forests, and riverine habitats in Indonesia

• Coral reefs, tundra, and savannas in Indonesia

• Rainforests, grasslands, and deserts in Indonesia

• Mountains, wetlands, and urban areas in Indonesia

What does Bekantan primarily eat?

• Fruits, leaves, and seeds

• Berries, nuts, and flowers

• Grass, roots, and bark

• Fish, insects, and small mammals

Describe the physical characteristics of Bekantan.

• Bekantan have long noses, pot-bellied appearance, reddish-brown fur, and webbed feet.

• Bekantan have blue fur and long tails.

• Bekantan are known for their black fur and sharp claws.

• Bekantan have short noses and slim bodies.

What is the conservation status of Bekantan?

• Least Concern

• Critically Endangered

• Vulnerable

• Endangered

How do Bekantan behave in their natural environment?

• Bekantan are carnivores

• Bekantan live in groups called harems, are arboreal, have unique vocalizations, and are herbivores.

• Bekantan are excellent swimmers

• Bekantan are solitary animals

What role does Bekantan play in the ecosystem?

• Hunting prey

• Seed dispersal

• Building nests

• Pollination

Where can Bekantan be found in Indonesia?

• Sumatra

• Borneo

• Java

• Sulawesi

How do Bekantan adapt to their habitat?

• Bekantan adapt to their habitat through physical features like strong limbs, long tail, and specialized stomachs.

• Bekantan adapt to their habitat by swimming

• Bekantan adapt to their habitat by flying

• Bekantan adapt to their habitat by hibernating

What are the threats to the survival of Bekantan?

• Habitat loss, hunting, illegal pet trade

• Climate change

• pollution

• disease

What do Bekantans sometimes do?

• They eat meat.

• They sing with other animals.

• They find predators.

• They go down to the forest floor.