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