Red Panda
Where does the red panda live?
In the thick forests of the eastern Himalayas.
How far is Turgen Waterfalls from Almaty?
About 70 km
Where is Loch Lomond located?
In the west of Scotland.
In which country is Yosemite National Park located?
USA
This is a tall plant with a hard, hollow stem. Pandas love to eat it.
Bamboo
What percentage of the red panda’s diet is bamboo?
85%
What type of forests surround Turgen Waterfalls?
Thick, coniferous forests.
What rare bird can be seen around Loch Lomond?
The golden eagle.
What type of rock are the famous cliffs in Yosemite made of?
Granite
This is the process by which plants use sunlight to make food.
Photosynthesis
Name two reasons why red pandas are endangered.
Deforestation & hunting for fur.
How was Lake Issyk formed?
By an avalanche over 8,000 years ago.
What unusual animal lives on an island in Loch Lomond?
Red-necked wallabies.
How many varieties of plants grow in Yosemite?
1,500 varieties.
This is a sudden fall of a large amount of snow down a mountain.
Avalanche
What part of the red panda is used to make traditional hats?
Its striped tail.
What happened to Lake Issyk in 1963?
An avalanche destroyed the dam and drained the lake.
What makes Korgalzhyn Nature Reserve special?
It is home to rare species of birds, including greater flamingos.
Name three animals that live in Yosemite National Park
Black bears, coyotes, otters.
This is a type of wet, spongy land often found near lakes or rivers, home to many unique plants and animals.
Wetland
List three things people can do to protect red pandas
Join an organization, sponsor a Forest Guardian, adopt a red panda.
What are the best months to visit Lake Issyk and Turgen Waterfalls?
August and September.
Where can you find two massive lakes that serve as a crossroads for migrating birds?
In the Korgalzhyn Nature Reserve.
What are three popular activities in Yosemite?
Hiking, rock climbing, mountaineering
This is a pink bird that stands on one leg and is found in Korgalzhyn Nature Reserve.
Flamingo