Musk Oxen and Arctic Wolves

Musk oxen are large Arctic animals vulnerable to predators like Arctic wolves. When threatened, they form defensive rings, but calves remain at risk. In a second encounter, the herd successfully protects their young by standing their ground, forcing the wolves to seek easier prey.

What is the approximate height of a male musk ox at the shoulder?

• 3 feet

• 9 feet

• 5 feet

• 7 feet

Which predator poses a threat to musk oxen in the Arctic tundra?

• Grizzly bears

• Snow leopards

• Arctic wolves

• Polar bears

What mistake did the musk oxen herd make during the first wolf encounter?

• They ran away in panic

• They formed a defensive ring

• They attacked the wolves

• They hid in the tundra

What was the outcome for the calf during the first wolf encounter?

• It fought off the wolves

• It escaped unharmed

• It succumbed to the wolves

• It was protected by the herd

How did the musk oxen change their strategy during the second wolf encounter?

• They ran faster

• They stayed close to their calves

• They hid in the snow

• They attacked the wolves

What happens to musk oxen if they run for too long?

• They get tired

• They become stronger

• They overheat

• They become faster

What was the wolves' reaction when the musk oxen stood their ground?

• They circled the herd

• They retreated

• They attacked more fiercely

• They called for reinforcements

What was the final outcome for the musk oxen after the wolves left?

• They migrated south

• They hid in the tundra

• They roamed freely

• They were captured