Exploring the World of Rodents: From Rats to Hamsters

The video explores the diversity and ecological roles of rodents, the largest order of mammals. It discusses their habitats, diets, and characteristics, such as continuously growing incisors. The video highlights the ecological impact of rodents, including their role as prey and potential pests. It also covers the use of guinea pigs in research, clarifies misconceptions about non-rodent animals, and details the traits of rats, mice, and hamsters.

Which of the following is a characteristic feature of all rodents?

• They have continuously growing incisors.

• They have wings.

• They live only in forests.

• They are all herbivores.

Which suborder includes the family Muridae, known for having the most species?

• Hystercomorpha

• Anomaluromorpha

• Castoramorpha

• Myomorpha

What is a unique feature of guinea pigs compared to other rodents?

• They have tails.

• They can fly.

• They are often used in scientific research.

• They are carnivorous.

Which family do otters belong to?

• Laporodi

• Weasel

• Rodentia

• Muridae

Which of the following animals is NOT a rodent?

• Squirrel

• Rabbit

• Beaver

• Capybara

What is the average body length of an adult rat, excluding the tail?

• 9 to 11 inches

• 5 to 7 inches

• 12 to 15 inches

• 3 to 5 inches

What is a common diet for urban rats?

• Only grains

• Everything they find

• Only meat

• Only fruits

Where do wild hamsters typically live?

• In aquatic environments

• In dry regions of central Europe and Asia

• In dense forests

• In urban areas

What is a notable feature of hamsters' teeth?

• Their teeth do not grow continuously.

• They have no incisors.

• They have more than four incisors.

• They are born with fully developed teeth.

How long do most hamsters live?

• About five years

• About one year

• About three years

• About ten years