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How to identify and avoiding venomous creatures
Contributed by: Bryan
  • 1. Which of these is a key characteristic of pit vipers?
A) Heat-sensing pits between eyes and nostrils
B) Round pupils
C) Smooth, non-keeled scales
D) Brightly colored scales
  • 2. Coral snakes are venomous snakes. What color pattern is characteristic of North American Coral Snakes?
A) Red touching yellow
B) Green touching red
C) Yellow touching black
D) Red touching black
  • 3. Which of the following spiders is known for its violin-shaped marking?
A) Black Widow
B) Wolf Spider
C) Brown Recluse
D) Tarantula
  • 4. Where are stonefish commonly found?
A) Freshwater lakes
B) Tropical marine environments
C) Arctic regions
D) Deserts
  • 5. What is the primary defense mechanism of most scorpions?
A) Camouflage
B) Spitting venom
C) Stinger on their tail
D) Constriction
  • 6. Which of these is generally NOT a sign of a venomous snake bite?
A) Nausea and vomiting
B) Severe pain at the site
C) A single row of puncture marks
D) Swelling and bruising
  • 7. If bitten by a snake of unknown type, what is the first action you should take?
A) Apply a tourniquet
B) Try to suck out the venom
C) Wait to see if symptoms develop
D) Seek immediate medical attention
  • 8. Which of the following is a helpful tip to prevent snake bites?
A) Reach into dark spaces without looking
B) Walk barefoot in tall grass
C) Attempt to capture or kill any snake you encounter
D) Wear boots and long pants when hiking
  • 9. What is the most common symptom of a black widow spider bite?
A) Blistering
B) Muscle cramps and abdominal pain
C) Severe localized pain
D) Intense itching
  • 10. Which sea creature is known for its venomous tentacles containing nematocysts?
A) Starfish
B) Sea Cucumber
C) Jellyfish
D) Sea Urchin
  • 11. What is the best first aid for a jellyfish sting?
A) Urinate on the sting
B) Rinse with vinegar
C) Rub the area with a towel
D) Apply mud
  • 12. Which of these is a common habitat for scorpions?
A) Rainforests
B) Polar ice caps
C) Deep oceans
D) Deserts and arid regions
  • 13. What is the primary danger posed by cone snails?
A) Bioaccumulation of toxins
B) Sharp shell edges
C) Venomous harpoon-like dart
D) Poisonous flesh if eaten
  • 14. Which of the following is NOT a recommended method for avoiding venomous insect stings?
A) Stay calm and move slowly if approached
B) Use insect repellent
C) Avoid disturbing nests or hives
D) Wear bright clothing and strong perfumes
  • 15. What is the best way to identify a potentially venomous snake from a distance?
A) Try to catch it for closer inspection
B) Observe its behavior and general appearance without approaching
C) Assume all snakes are harmless
D) Throw rocks at it to scare it away
  • 16. What type of venom does a coral snake possess?
A) Neurotoxic
B) Hemotoxic
C) Cytotoxic
D) Myotoxic
  • 17. What does 'hemotoxic' venom primarily affect?
A) Muscle tissue
B) Nervous system
C) Digestive system
D) Blood and tissues
  • 18. Which spider is known for creating a funnel-shaped web?
A) Jumping spider
B) Funnel-web spider
C) Cobweb spider
D) Orb-weaver spider
  • 19. What type of footwear is recommended when walking in areas known to have venomous snakes?
A) Bare feet
B) Boots
C) Flip-flops
D) Sandals
  • 20. What is the primary risk associated with blue-ringed octopus venom?
A) Allergic reaction
B) Paralysis
C) Severe pain
D) Tissue necrosis
  • 21. If you encounter a snake in your yard, what is the recommended course of action?
A) Ignore the snake and hope it goes away
B) Attempt to kill the snake yourself
C) Contact animal control or a wildlife removal service
D) Relocate the snake to a nearby park
  • 22. What is the typical reaction after a sting from a bark scorpion?
A) No reaction
B) Immediate paralysis
C) Mild itching
D) Intense burning pain
  • 23. Which of these animals uses venom primarily for hunting?
A) Ants
B) Cone Snail
C) Poison Dart Frog
D) Bees
  • 24. What is the role of antivenom in treating venomous bites or stings?
A) Reverses paralysis immediately
B) Neutralizes the venom's effects
C) Prevents infection
D) Provides pain relief only
  • 25. What is a common characteristic of venomous snakes' heads?
A) Square head shape
B) Triangular head shape
C) Round head shape
D) Oval head shape
  • 26. What is the best method to remove a tick from your skin?
A) Smother the tick with petroleum jelly.
B) Use fine-tipped tweezers to grasp the tick as close to the skin's surface as possible.
C) Twist the tick off with your fingers.
D) Burn the tick off with a match.
  • 27. Where would you likely find a Gila Monster?
A) Brazil
B) Madagascar
C) Southwestern United States
D) Australia
  • 28. What should you do if you are stung by a bee and are allergic?
A) Rub mud on the sting.
B) Ignore the sting and wait for the reaction to subside
C) Administer epinephrine (EpiPen) and seek immediate medical attention
D) Apply ice to the sting and take an antihistamine
  • 29. What is the most important piece of information to give paramedics when reporting a snake bite?
A) Location of the nearest hospital
B) Your blood type
C) Description of the snake, if possible
D) Your insurance information
  • 30. What is a good practice when hiking in areas with poison ivy or poison oak?
A) Wear long sleeves and pants
B) Touch all the plants to identify them
C) Apply sunscreen liberally
D) Eat plenty of wild berries
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