River Otter
  • 1. What is the scientific name for the North American river otter?
A) Aqua otterus
B) Riverus americensis
C) Otterus riverinus
D) Lontra canadensis
  • 2. How many species of river otters are there?
A) 13
B) 5
C) 8
D) 27
  • 3. What is the average lifespan of a river otter in the wild?
A) Less than 1 year
B) 20-25 years
C) 2-4 years
D) 10-15 years
  • 4. What is a group of river otters called?
A) A romp
B) A herd
C) A flock
D) A school
  • 5. How do river otters hunt for food?
A) They beg for food from humans
B) They climb trees to catch birds
C) They dive underwater to catch prey
D) They use traps
  • 6. What is the role of river otters in their ecosystem?
A) They are scavengers
B) They are predators of birds
C) They help maintain the balance of fish populations
D) They are known for their singing abilities
  • 7. Do river otters have a strong sense of smell?
A) Yes
B) No
C) It depends on the weather
D) Only on weekends
  • 8. What family do river otters belong to?
A) Ursidae
B) Mustelidae
C) Felidae
D) Canidae
  • 9. How do river otters groom themselves?
A) By taking dust baths
B) By using hairbrushes
C) By rolling in mud
D) By licking their fur
  • 10. Do river otters hibernate?
A) Only if it's a leap year
B) Yes, for several months
C) No
D) They hibernate underwater
  • 11. What adaptation allows river otters to swim gracefully underwater?
A) Sharp claws
B) Striped fur
C) Webbed feet
D) Blubber layer
  • 12. Which of these senses is highly developed in river otters?
A) Hearing
B) Taste
C) Sight
D) Smell
  • 13. During which time of day are river otters most active?
A) Afternoon
B) Dawn and dusk
C) Noon
D) Midnight
  • 14. What is the conservation status of the North American river otter?
A) Endangered
B) Critically Endangered
C) Vulnerable
D) Least Concern
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