Hunting

Which of the following ways for a lion to hunt is the most energy efficient?

• Hunting smaller prey less often

• Hunting smaller prey more often

• Hunting larger prey less often

• Hunting larger prey more often

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How might a lion go about hunting larger prey that would normally cost too much energy to hunt?

• They don't hunt larger prey.

• They could hunt the prey in groups.

• They could hunt the prey only after they have had a big meal so they have more available energy to expend.

• They could hunt the prey only when they are starving and really need a lot of energy.

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A fox has 10,000 calories to hunt each day. If a groundhog costs 3,000 kcal to hunt, how many can the fox hunt in a day? Choose the best answer.

• 2

• 3

• 4

• 5

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Which of the following prey would a group of 4 lions go chase to allow for their prides energy needs?

• hippo that provides +12,000 kcal when the pride needs 100,000 kcal

• antelope that provides +150,000 kcal when the pride needs 100,000 kcal

• warthog that provides +10,000 kcal when the pride needs 100,000 kcal

• rhinoceros that provides +45,000 kcal when the pride needs 100,000 kcal

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Which of the following hunting strategies is most energy efficient for a pack of wolves?

• Hunting individually for small prey

• Hunting in pairs for medium prey

• Hunting in a pack for large prey

• Hunting in a pack for small prey

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How does the hunting behavior of a cheetah differ from that of a lion?

• Cheetahs hunt in groups, lions hunt alone

• Cheetahs rely on speed, lions rely on strength

• Cheetahs hunt at night, lions hunt during the day

• Cheetahs hunt larger prey, lions hunt smaller prey

What is the primary reason for a predator to hunt in groups?

• To increase the chance of catching prey

• To reduce competition among themselves

• To conserve energy

• To protect themselves from other predators

Which of the following adaptations helps a hawk in hunting?

• Sharp talons

• Long legs

• Thick fur

• Webbed feet

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In an ecosystem, what role do predators play in hunting?

• They increase the population of prey

• They maintain the balance of species

• They decrease biodiversity

• They provide food for plants

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Which of the following is a hunting adaptation of a polar bear?

• Camouflaged fur

• Long ears

• Brightly colored skin

• Short claws