Dangerous Animals Of Oregon! Trivia Facts Quiz
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There are 3 types of foxes in Oregon.. the Gray Fox, the Kit Fox, and the __________ Fox. (Hint: This fox is named after a color.)
Explore the fascinating wildlife of Oregon in this trivia quiz! Test your knowledge on local species, from black bears to bats, and learn about their habits and habitats. Perfect for enthusiasts of biology and environmental science.
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The most well-known Gray Wolf among the famed Rogue Pack is named OR-7.
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True
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False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The statement is true because OR-7 is indeed the most well-known Gray Wolf among the Rogue Pack. OR-7 gained fame for being the first confirmed wild wolf in California in nearly 90 years. He also gained attention for his long-distance dispersal, as he traveled over 1,000 miles in search of a mate. OR-7's journey was closely followed by researchers and the public, making him a well-known figure in the world of wolf conservation.Rate this question:
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There are three types of bears in North America. The bear that lives in southern Oregon has a shaggy coat, an excellent sense of smell but poor eyesight. This bear is an omnivore and will eat herbs, nuts, berries, salmon, crayfish, trout, fruit, crops, and beehives (just like Winnie-the-Pooh!). Which bear inhabits southern Oregon?
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Brown bear
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Polar bear
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Black bear
Correct Answer
A. Black bearExplanation
The black bear inhabits southern Oregon. This is indicated by the description of the bear having a shaggy coat, an excellent sense of smell, and poor eyesight. Additionally, the fact that this bear is an omnivore and eats a variety of foods such as herbs, nuts, berries, salmon, crayfish, trout, fruit, crops, and beehives further supports the identification of the bear as a black bear.Rate this question:
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Which of these Oregon birds is NOT included among the raptor species?
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Turkey Vulture
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Osprey
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Cattle Egret
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White Tailed Kite
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A. Cattle EgretExplanation
The Cattle Egret is not included among the raptor species in Oregon. Raptors are birds of prey that hunt and feed on other animals. The Turkey Vulture, Osprey, and White Tailed Kite are all examples of raptors commonly found in Oregon. However, the Cattle Egret is not a raptor; it is a species of heron that primarily feeds on insects and small vertebrates.Rate this question:
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Of these 3 cats living in Oregon, which is the smallest?
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Canada lynx
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Bobcat
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Cougar (Mountain Lion)
Correct Answer
A. BobcatExplanation
The correct answer is Bobcat because it is generally smaller in size compared to the other two cats mentioned, the Canada lynx and the Cougar (Mountain Lion). While all three cats can be found in Oregon, the bobcat is known to be the smallest among them.Rate this question:
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The Western Rattlesnake is the only venomous snake in Oregon.
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True
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False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The Western Rattlesnake being the only venomous snake in Oregon means that there are no other snake species in Oregon that possess venom. This implies that if one encounters a venomous snake in Oregon, it can be identified as a Western Rattlesnake.Rate this question:
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There are 2 types of salmon that spawn in the Rogue River. The Chinook (or King) and the Coho. Which of the statements about these 2 salmon is FALSE?
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There are two salmon runs each year, one in the spring and one in the fall.
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Once the salmon enter the river to spawn, they continue to feed and become exceptionally docile.
Correct Answer
A. Once the salmon enter the river to spawn, they continue to feed and become exceptionally docile.Explanation
The statement that is false is "Once the salmon enter the river to spawn, they continue to feed and become exceptionally docile." This statement is incorrect because once the salmon enter the river to spawn, they stop feeding and focus solely on reproducing. They do not continue to feed and they do not become docile.Rate this question:
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Small-to-medium carnivores characterized by a long tubular shape or stocky build, short limbs, large necks, small head and live either terrestially or semi-aquatic belong to the Mustelidae family. Below, which of these Mustelids is often called the "skunk bear"?
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American Badger
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Long-tailed Weasel
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River Otter
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Western Spotted Skunk
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Wolverine
Correct Answer
A. WolverineExplanation
Wolverines, which belong to the Mustelidae family, are often called the "skunk bear". They are small-to-medium carnivores characterized by a stocky build, short limbs, and a large neck. Wolverines have a reputation for their strong odor, similar to that of a skunk, hence the nickname "skunk bear".Rate this question:
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Of the hoofed mammals in Oregon, the adult males in this family--though most heavily armored--are the least predisposed to fight, resulting in a social system in which the adult males are subordinate to the females and yearlings.
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Mountain or Bighorn Sheep
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Mountain Goat
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Pronghorn Antelope
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Mule Deer
Correct Answer
A. Mountain GoatExplanation
The correct answer is Mountain Goat. Among the hoofed mammals in Oregon, adult male mountain goats are the least likely to engage in fights, making them subordinate to females and yearlings. This suggests that the social system of mountain goats involves a hierarchy where females and younger individuals have higher status than adult males.Rate this question:
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If you're not a fan of insects when camping, then you'll appreciate Oregon's bats. While bats in other parts of the world feed on fruit, fish, nectar, or even blood, all Oregon bats dine on insects. They consume pests such as spruce budworm moths, tussock moths, mosquitoes, pine bark beetle moths and gypsy moths. A bat can catch up to 600 insects in an hour. Of the bats below, which is the biggest bat, with a wingspan of nearly 16 inches?
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Big brown bat
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Myotis bat
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Hoary bat
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Silver-haired bat
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Pallid bat
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Townsend’s big-eared bat
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Spotted bat
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Brazilian (Mexican) Free-tailed bat
Correct Answer
A. Hoary batExplanation
The Hoary bat is the biggest bat with a wingspan of nearly 16 inches. The passage mentions that all Oregon bats dine on insects, but it does not provide any information about the size of the bats. Therefore, the size of the bat is not directly stated in the passage. However, since the question asks for the biggest bat, we can infer that the Hoary bat is the correct answer based on its larger wingspan compared to the other bat species listed.Rate this question:
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