Grasshopper Mice vs. Giant Centipedes

In Mexico's Sonoran Desert, a giant centipede hunts using its poison claws. It preys on bugs and larger animals like grasshopper mice. The mice, however, are formidable opponents, especially the female, who defends her young with agility and skill. Despite the centipede's venomous fangs, the mouse emerges victorious, proving grasshopper mice to be superior predators.

What is the primary method the giant centipede uses to hunt its prey?

• Using its tail to capture prey

• Using its antennae to detect and paralyze prey

• Chasing prey with speed

• Camouflaging and ambushing

What type of prey does the giant centipede find especially appealing?

• Small reptiles

• Adult grasshopper mice

• Baby grasshopper mice

• Large insects

How do the adult grasshopper mice prepare to defend their young?

• By fleeing the area

• By taking up battle stations

• By hiding them underground

• By calling for reinforcements

What is the main challenge the female mouse faces during the battle?

• Avoiding the centipede's venomous fangs

• Communicating with other mice

• Finding a safe place to hide

• Outrunning the centipede

What is the outcome of the battle between the centipede and the grasshopper mouse?

• The centipede escapes unharmed

• The mouse is defeated

• The mouse defeats the centipede

• The battle ends in a draw

What does the mouse do after defeating the centipede?

• Calls for other mice to help

• Leaves the centipede and returns to the nest

• Nibbles on the dead centipede

• Seeks out more centipedes

What transformation does the female mouse undergo after the battle?

• Becomes more aggressive

• Continues to hunt centipedes

• Turns back into just play Bob

• Becomes a leader of the pack