The Enigma of the Bison: Europe's Largest Mammal
- 1. What is the scientific name for the European bison?
A) Bison athabascae
B) Bison priscus
C) Bison bonasus
D) Bison bison
- 2. Which of the following countries is NOT a natural habitat for European bison?
A) Lithuania
B) Poland
C) China
D) Belarus
- 3. What is the diet of European bison primarily consists of?
A) Fish
B) Grasses
C) Insects
D) Meat
- 4. To which animal family does the European bison belong?
A) Canidae
B) Equidae
C) Felidae
D) Bovidae
- 5. Which is the largest land mammal in Europe?
A) Brown bear
B) Red deer
C) Wild boar
D) European bison
- 6. What is the conservation status of the European bison according to the IUCN Red List?
A) Endangered
B) Near Threatened
C) Least Concern
D) Vulnerable
- 7. During which season do European bison typically give birth?
A) Spring
B) Winter
C) Summer
D) Autumn
- 8. European bison are known for their distinctive horns. How do these horns differ between males and females?
A) Both males and females have identical horns
B) Females have longer horns
C) Males have larger and thicker horns
D) Horns are absent in females
- 9. In which country is the European bison depicted on the banknote?
A) Germany
B) Sweden
C) Russia
D) Poland
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