Wildlife Migration and Ecosystem Roles

The Nat Geo Kids show takes viewers on a safari through the Kruger National Park and Masai Mara, exploring the behaviors and habitats of various animals such as elephants, wildebeest, buffalo, hippos, and crocodiles. The show highlights the significance of the wildebeest migration, the social structure of elephants, and the role of scavengers like vultures in the ecosystem. Viewers are encouraged to ask questions and learn about the diverse wildlife in these regions.

What is the name of the young male leopard they are searching for in the Kruger National Park?

• Nala

• Simba

• Hossana

• Mufasa

What unique method do elephants use to protect themselves from the sun?

• They wear hats

• They hide under trees

• They roll in mud

• They use leaves as umbrellas

Why do wildebeests migrate from the Serengeti to the Mara Triangle?

• To find new friends

• To escape predators

• For food and to give birth

• To enjoy the scenery

What is the symbiotic relationship between zebras and wildebeests during migration?

• Wildebeests help zebras find water

• Wildebeests protect zebras from predators

• Zebras provide food for wildebeests

• Zebras help wildebeests see predators at night

What is the largest land mammal mentioned in the video?

• Elephant

• Hippopotamus

• Rhinoceros

• Giraffe

Why is it important not to approach wild animals like leopards on foot?

• They are too fast to catch.

• They might follow you home.

• They could become aggressive and attack.

• They might run away and get lost.

What role do vultures play in the ecosystem?

• They help clean up by eating dead animals.

• They are primary predators.

• They provide shelter for smaller animals.

• They are pollinators.

Which animal is known for its speed and is a challenge for predators like lions?

• Warthog

• Elephant

• Topi

• Buffalo

What is a unique feature of the water monitor lizard mentioned in the video?

• It changes color to camouflage.

• It enjoys basking in the sun.

• It is the largest reptile in the area.

• It can fly short distances.

Why are waterholes important for wildlife during dry seasons?

• They are used for nesting by birds.

• They offer a critical water supply.

• They are a source of food for all animals.

• They provide a place for animals to socialize.