Biodiversity
Definition of Biodiversity:
Variety of life on Earth in all its forms (or something similar)
What is the scientific name for a cat?
Felis catus
What is popularly unique about axolotls?
They are able to regenerate limbs
What is the ratio for four leaf clovers to 3 leaf clovers?
1 in every 10,000
Which US state produces the most strawberries?
California
What is it called when a species is found in only one part of the world?
Endemic Species
What is a cat's average lifespan?
13-20 yrs
What popular video game spiked their google searches/popularity?
Minecraft
How are 4 leaf clovers made?
Mutations in the gene
On average, how many seeds are in a single strawberry?
200 seeds
What are the three types of Biodiversity?
Genetic, species, and ecosystem
Cats can jump _ times their own height:
5
How many axolotls are left in the wild?
Anywhere from 50-1000
How long can clovers live for (if you are not mowing them down)?
Up to 20 yrs
What is the average lifespan of a strawberry plant?
Anywhere from 3-6 yrs
What is the difference between weather and climate?
Weather is short term (on any given day), climate is long term (over a large period of time).
How old was the oldest living cat?
36 yrs old
What does an axolotl's diet typically consist of?
Small insects/worms (or anything similar)
How many species of clover are there?
300
What is the scientific name for a strawberry?
Fragaria
The 5 main causes of Biodiversity loss:
1. Habitat loss
2. Invasive species
3. Overexploitation
4. Pollution
5. Climate change
What is one of the names for a cat with extra toes?
Polydactyl, Hemingway, Snowball (first cat with this condition), or Snow White (nickname for Snowball)
What is the only country that axolotls live in the waters of?
Mexico
What was the record for most leaves found on a clover?
63 leaves
What is the fear of strawberries called?
Fragariaphobia