Desert Animals and Adaptations

The video takes viewers on a tour of the Henry Doorly Zoo's Desert Dome, the largest indoor desert in the Western Hemisphere. It features three sections: the Namib Desert, the Red Center of Australia, and the Sonoran Desert of the United States. Each section showcases unique wildlife and environments, from African wildcats and blue-bellied rollers to Australian kookaburras and Sonoran peccaries. The tour concludes with a preview of future attractions at the zoo.

What is the primary purpose of the Desert Dome at the Henry Doorly Zoo?

• To replicate rainforest environments

• To showcase marine life

• To replicate famous desert environments

• To display prehistoric animals

What is the significance of the Desert Dome's geodesic dome structure?

• It is a temporary structure

• It is the smallest dome in the world

• It is the largest glazed geodesic dome in the world

• It is made entirely of wood

Which desert is considered the world's oldest and is featured in the Desert Dome?

• Sahara Desert

• Namib Desert

• Kalahari Desert

• Gobi Desert

What unique courtship behavior is exhibited by the blue-bellied roller?

• Rolling back and forth in the sky

• Singing melodious tunes

• Building intricate nests

• Performing a dance on the ground

Which animal in the Red Center of Australia section is known for producing mucus in its mouth to cool down?

• Emu

• Kangaroo

• Koala

• Tawny Frogmouth

What is the main reason the rock wallabies were removed from Ayers Rock in the Red Center section?

• They were too aggressive

• They were replaced by another species

• They were not native to the area

• The ledge was not suitable for them

What is the primary adaptation of the burrowing owl that allows it to live in burrows?

• Ability to fly long distances

• High tolerance for carbon dioxide

• Sharp talons for digging

• Camouflage with the environment

Which animal in the Sonoran Desert section is known for its strong sense of smell?

• Roadrunner

• Rattlesnake

• Turkey Vulture

• Coyote

What is the main feature of the rattlesnake canyon in the Sonoran Desert section?

• Dense forest area

• Wide open spaces

• Narrow passage with lizards and snakes

• Waterfalls and streams

Which animal is highlighted as a mostly friendly tree-dwelling mammal in the conclusion of the tour?

• White-nosed Coati

• Sloth

• Flying Squirrel

• Tree Kangaroo