Endangered Animals
What does endangered mean?
at risk of extinction
What is the name of the ferret species in the wild that is native to North America?
black footed ferret
What animal statue did we meet at when we first walked in?
elephant
special skill, color, or body part an animal has to help them survive.
Define invasive species
an introduced species to an environment(usually by humans) that becomes overpopulated and harms its new environment. Invasive species adversely affect habitats and bioregions, causing ecological, environmental, and/or economic damage.
Name two threats to animals that can make them become endangered
deforestation/habitat loss, overfishing, poaching, disease, pollution, climate change
What do ferrets in the wild eat?
prairie dogs
What animal is depicted in the big fountain when you walk in?
gazelles/antelope
Name 2 adaptations that a kangaroo has
strong muscles-legs, pouch for their baby, strong tail they can balance on, ears rotate and help them cool down (thermoregulation)
Name 2 invasive species
cane toad, red fox, European rabbits and foxes, spotted lantern fly, lionfish
What did the meat symbol mean in the Guess who game?
carnivore
Name 2 threats to the ferrets in the wild
habitat loss, drought, predators, etc
What is the difference between monkeys and apes?
Apes do not have tails
What shaped beak is designed for ripping meat?
hook, sharp
Name 2 threats that an invasive species poses.
overpopulation, predation, hurt trees/plants, disease, flooding, etc.
What are the 2 levels of extinction?
-there are 2 levels of extinction: in the wild and in the whole world.
What are baby ferrets called?
kits
What is the difference between the Aldabra and Galapagos Tortoises?
Aldabras have the extra shell piece in between at the back of the neck
Name 3 adaptations that a beaded dragon has
beards puffs up/turns black, spikes, scales, invisible eye third sensor, stand up on hind legs
What defense mechanism does a cane toad have?
toxic ooze
What are the five IUCN Red list categories BEFORE Extinction? (in order)
LC, NT, V, EN, CR
What animal are domesticated ferrets from?
pole cats
What were the name of the large horned cattle?
ankole cow
What are hedgehogs covered in?
spines
Name the most invasive species in NJ
grass!