Jr. Envirothon-Field & Meadow: Pollinator 1 Quiz

What is the wingspan range of the Alfalfa Butterfly?

• 1 - 2 inches

• 1 ½ - 2 ¾ inches

• 2 - 3 inches

• 2 ½ - 3 ½ inches

Which of the following is a host plant for Alfalfa Butterfly caterpillars?

• Dandelion

• White clover

• Goldenrod

• Aster

What is a unique feature of the Bumble Bee's nesting behavior?

• They nest in trees.

• They nest socially in annual colonies.

• They nest underground.

• They nest in water.

What is a major conservation concern for Bumble Bees?

• Habitat loss

• Disease

• Pesticides

• Climate change

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NGSS.MS-LS2-4

NGSS.MS-LS2-5

What is the primary diet of adult Fireflies?

• Worms and slugs

• Nectar and pollen

• Leaves

• Small insects

What is a notable feature of the Firefly's abdomen?

• It is brightly colored.

• It has a tail light segment.

• It is covered in scales.

• It is transparent.

What is the main diet of adult Green Lacewings?

• Small insects

• Nectar and pollen

• Leaves

• Wood

What is a unique defensive behavior of Green Lacewings?

• They play dead.

• They release a bad-smelling fluid.

• They sting predators.

• They change color.

What is a common misconception about the Hummingbird Clearwing Moth?

• It is a type of bee.

• It is a type of butterfly.

• It is a type of hummingbird.

• It is a type of beetle.

What is the primary habitat of the Carpenter Bee?

• Open fields

• Forests and areas adjacent with flowers

• Urban areas

• Wetlands