Echolocation
Bats and some other animals like dolphins.
Where do bats typically live?
Bats typically live in caves.
What does the word prey mean in the sentence "When chasing prey, bats send out many clicks or calls within seconds"
Prey is the animal that is being hunted (their food).
No, we cannot hear echolocation.
Do bats have good eyesight?
Yes, they do, but not good enough to help them hunt or find food, that's why they use echolocation!
Vision means eye sight, or how they see.
How fast does echolocation happen?
It is very quick! It happens within seconds.
What do bats like to eat?
Mostly insects and bugs, but some eat fruits or other small animals.
DOUBLE POINTS:
What does the word nocturnal mean in the sentence "Echolocation is an amazing skill that helps bats thrive as nocturnal creatures"
Nocturnal is the name for a group of animals that sleep and rest in the morning and are awake and hunt at night.
Why does a bat use echolocation?
To hunt, find food, know it's surroundings, and talk to other bats.
DOUBLE POINTS VIDEO QUESTION:
Do all bats sound the same when they use echolocation?
No! Different species of bats make different sound waves when echolocating.
What is echolocation?
Echolocation is a special sense used by certain animals. It involves sending sound waves to bounce off objects which help animals move, talk, and hunt.