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National Wildlife Week 2023 - Quiz Series - Wildlife Habitats Around The World

Welcome to the "Wildlife Habitats Around the World" Quiz!

Total Questions: 40 multiple choice questions (MCQ), journeying through the diverse and magnificent ecosystems that our planet boasts.

Time Allotted: 15 minutes. Traverse the global habitats, but remember, time flies!

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1. Which of these animals is NOT found in the African savannah?

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2. Which is the highest mountain in Africa and part of a larger conservation area?

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3. The temperate deciduous forests, where trees shed their leaves annually, are mainly found in:

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4. Which of the following habitats is often referred to as the "Earth's lungs" due to its ability to absorb large amounts of carbon dioxide?

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5. Where would you find the world's largest desert, the Sahara?

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6. What marine habitat comprises the ocean floor and everything on it, from the deepest trenches to continental shelves?

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7. Which of these animals is native to the Australian Outback?

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8. Which animal is native to the polar regions and is known for its white fur?

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9. The Serengeti National Park, known for its annual migration of over a million wildebeests, is located in:

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10. The Galápagos Islands, known for their unique wildlife, are a part of which country?

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11. Which of these animals is NOT native to the Amazon Rainforest?

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12. Which wetland in Iran is the largest in the Middle East and a designated Ramsar site?

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13. In which country would you find the Udzungwa Mountains National Park, known for its biodiversity hotspot?

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14. Which country boasts the largest number of islands in the world?

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15. Which habitat is characterized by its treeless plains and cold temperature?

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16. Where would you find the unique ecosystem known as the "Cloud Forests"?

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17. The dense forests of the Congo Basin are part of which major global ecosystem?

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18. Which country is home to the Pantanal, the world's largest tropical wetland area?

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19. Which region is known as the "Roof of the World" due to its high elevation?

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20. Which region is known for its rich biodiversity and is called the "Emerald Isle"?

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21. Which wildlife habitat is primarily composed of salt-tolerant vegetation?

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22. Which national park in the U.S. is known for its geothermal features, especially Old Faithful geyser?

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23. Which island in the Indian Ocean is known for its unique biodiversity, with many species found nowhere else on Earth?

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24. In which country can you find the unique Spiny Forest habitat?

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25. Which freshwater habitat is characterized by moving water, from fast-flowing rapids to slow-moving streams?

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26. Which continent is home to the vast savannah ecosystem?

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27. The boreal forest, also known as taiga, stretches across Canada, Russia, and parts of:

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28. Which habitat is home to organisms that can tolerate the high salt concentration?

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29. Where would you find the unique ecosystem known as Chaparral, characterized by dense shrubs and frequent wildfires?

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30. The Taiga, characterized by coniferous trees, represents which type of forest?

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31. Kakadu National Park, a biodiverse habitat, is found in:

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32. Which wildlife habitat is a periodically saturated land with water, supporting a variety of plant and animal life?

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33. Which of the following is a cold desert located in Asia?

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34. Which of the following habitats is typically found at high altitudes and is characterized by a tree line beyond which trees don't grow?

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35. The Great Barrier Reef, the world's largest coral reef system, is located off the coast of which country?

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36. The Rocky Mountains, a major mountain range, is located in:

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37. The Sundarbans, the largest mangrove forest in the world, is spread over India and:

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38. Which bird migrates the longest distance, traveling from the Arctic to Antarctica and back?

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39. Which of the following habitats is characterized by long, cold winters and short summers?

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40. The Danube Delta, one of the largest and best-preserved deltas in Europe, is located in:

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Habitats Around the World: A Journey Through Earth’s Diverse Ecosystems

The Earth is a mosaic of habitats, each uniquely shaped by nature and each harboring a specific set of flora and fauna. The variety of habitats is vast, ranging from the frigid polar regions to the scorching deserts, and from the highest mountain peaks to the deepest ocean trenches. This article provides a brief overview of some of the planet’s most fascinating habitats and the life they support.

1. Tropical Rainforests

Found near the equator, tropical rainforests are hot, humid, and receive consistent rainfall throughout the year. They are biodiversity hotspots and home to a vast array of plant and animal species. Creatures like jaguars, orangutans, and vibrant birds like toucans are just the tip of the iceberg.

2. Deserts

Deserts are not just expanses of sand and cacti. From the Sahara to the Mojave, they vary in temperature and are adapted to extremes. Camels, roadrunners, and various succulents have evolved special mechanisms to survive these harsh conditions.

3. Grasslands

Spanning continents, grasslands such as the African savannah and the American prairie support large herds of herbivores like zebras and bison. They are also hunting grounds for predators like lions and eagles.

4. Wetlands

Marshes, swamps, and bogs fall under this category. They act as the world’s kidneys, filtering waste and excess nutrients. Birds like herons, amphibians like frogs, and plants like water lilies thrive here.

5. Mountains

From the Andes to the Himalayas, mountain habitats are layered ecosystems. As you climb higher, temperatures drop, and the vegetation changes from dense forests to alpine meadows. Snow leopards, golden eagles, and edelweiss flowers can be found in these lofty heights.

6. Oceans

Covering over 70% of the planet, oceans are vast, deep, and mysterious. Coral reefs, often dubbed the ‘rainforests of the sea,’ are teeming with life. Further deep, the abyssal plains are still largely unexplored, but house creatures like giant squids and anglerfish.

7. Polar Ice Caps

In the frozen frontiers of the Arctic and Antarctica, life thrives in extremes. Polar bears, emperor penguins, and walruses have adapted to the cold, while unique flora like mosses and lichens grow during the short summers.

8. Temperate Forests

These forests experience all four seasons. Oaks, maples, deer, and foxes are commonly found in these well-balanced ecosystems, which stretch from North America to Asia.

9. Tundras

Cold and windy, tundras have a short growing season. Beneath the surface lies permafrost, a layer of permanently frozen soil. Animals like arctic hares, snowy owls, and caribou roam these plains.

10. Mangroves

Found along coastlines, mangroves are salt-tolerant trees that thrive in brackish waters. They protect the coasts from erosion and are breeding grounds for many fish species.