MBP - April Fool's Quiz
This April Fool's Day, I present to you a mix of surprising facts and nonsense for you to sort through. Which of the following are true? Answers will be posted tomorrow.
- Many turtle species can breathe through their butts.
- Some specialized snake species can hold their tails in their mouths and roll down hills to surprise their prey.
- Some species of hummingbirds have been documenting conserving energy during migration by riding on the backs of larger species such as Branta geese and Sandhill Cranes.
- The Pirate Perch has an anus that moves from where one would expect it to be on a fish to it's throat.
- Some aquatic mammals and a few rodents lack bones to assist with dynamic movement (strong currents, tight crevices).
- Shark stomachs have been found containing surprising items, including a suit of armor, a cannonball, and a bottle of wine.
- A wasp relative called the Cow Killer is known for large swarms' ability to prey upon large herbivore prey.
- Some spiders can throw balls of web and create pheromones to attract specific insect prey.
- Arctic Terns migrate from the Arctic to the Antarctic each year. Based on known migrations and lifespan, an individual may fly over a million miles in its lifetime.
- Snipe populations are much reduced in some regions due to the pastime of collecting them at night using flashlights and large bags.
Bonus (not scored):
11 - Turtles dream in color
Unfortunately, to the best of my knowledge this question remains unanswered. Real question - one of my favorites - that I once received from an elementary school class during a presentation. 🙂
Bill
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