animal Trivia Quiz # 25
This is Animal Quiz # 25, GOOD LUCK! You can head back to the main Animal Quiz index, or try your luck at a random quiz.Animal Question 1
Malamutes: The Gentle Giants of Alaska - Because they are such big dogs, Malamutes require large quantities of food.
The correct answer is 'False'
Most Malamutes love food but they eat surprisingly little for their size.
Animal Question 2
The Splendid World of Reptiles - Where are the only two places in the world that alligators are found?
The correct answer is 'South East USA and China'
The alligator is common to the South East USA where it inhabits many swamps, and is now grown on farms for a tasty treat to those with exotic tastes. The ones in China live in the lower Yangtze River Basin, and are much smaller than the 6 meter lengths seen in the American alligator.
Animal Question 3
Animals A to Z - This Russian antelope has an inflatable nose.
The correct answer is 'Saiga'
It filters out dust on the steppes. Sassaby and sitatunga are African antelopes.
Animal Question 4
Desert Critters of the Southwest - Which of the following should you do if you are the victim of a rattlesnake bite?
The correct answer is 'wash the bite with soap and water'
25% of rattlesnake bites by mature snakes do not even contain venom as it is necessary for their survival. If they use all their venom on you, they won't be able to kill their prey and will starve to death. In the event that you are bitten by a rattlesnake the American Red Cross recommends that you clean and immobilize the wounded area, keep it lower than your heart and seek medical assistance immediately. The other suggestions listed here have been found to cause even greater damage.
Animal Question 5
Rare And Fairly Unknown Breeds Of Dogs - This is a very old breed of hunting dog that has occupied Europe for centuries. The breed’s most distinctive feature is its split or double nose.
The correct answer is 'Perdiguero Navarro'
This breed was instrumental in the creation and precision of innumerable Continental and British gundogs.
Animal Question 6
Herbivores: Precious Porcupines - Do porcupines float in water?
The correct answer is 'Yes'
All porcupines float in water, not only certain kinds.
Animal Question 7
Harrier - What is the meaning of the Norman word "harrier"?
The correct answer is 'hunting dog'
Harrier is a Norman word for hunting dog. This makes researching the history of the breed difficult, because harrier originally meant any hunting dog, not just the modern breed of today.
Animal Question 8
Breed Nicknames - The Happy Breed
The correct answer is 'Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen'
The nickname says it all. The PBGV always has a smile on his face and wag in his tail.
Animal Question 9
Tarantulas - Female tarantulas are blessed with a lifespan that is longer than most arachnoid species. About how long can one live under ideal conditions?
The correct answer is '20 years or more'
Female tarantulas living up to 30 years is not uncommon. Females are also the recommended pet for tarantula owners, as the male will make every attempt to escape during mating season.
Animal Question 10
Are You Takin to Me? - One subspecies of takin, often called the Shensi takin (Budorcas taxicolor bedfordi), has a uniquely colored coat of hair. What color is it?
The correct answer is 'Yellowish gold'
The Shensi takin is also called the golden takin. The Mishmi takin (Budorcas taxicolor taxicolor) has a straw brown colored coat. Other takin subspecies (B.t. tibetana, the Tibetan takin, and B.t. whitei, the Bhutan takin) have coats that are reddish-brown to brownish-black. Want to see a golden takin? You may have a long way to go! No U.S. zoos currently exhibit golden takin (or Bhutan takin, for that matter). The Mishmi takin can be seen at Denver Zoo and the San Diego Zoo. The Tibetan (Sichuan) takin can be seen at 11 zoos across the United States.