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Wildlife And Natural Resource Management 003rd Edition Deal, Kevin H. - Solutions
Amphibians breathe through the use of __________________ , lungs, through their skin, or by a combination of these methods.
There are about __________________ known species of amphibians worldwide.
Unlike reptiles, amphibians have __________________ skin.
Amphibians are one of our most abundant classes of __________________ .
Like reptiles, amphibians are “cold-blooded,” or __________________ .
Describe some of the differences between various types of amphibians.
List some of the common amphibians found in the United States.
Describe some common habits of amphibians.
Identify the type of habitat where amphibians might be found.
Describe some common characteristics of amphibians.
Discuss the preferred habitat, feeding habits, reproductive traits, and predators of fi ve species of snakes found in your area.
Discuss the preferred habitat, feeding habits, reproductive traits, and predators of fi ve species of lizards found in your area.
In what ways are lizards benefi cial to humans? Discuss things you might do to attract lizards to a backyard or other area.
Discuss the ways snakes are benefi cial to humans. In your opinion, what can be done to change the average person’s opinion of snakes?
In what types of habitat might you expect to fi nd one or more of the aquatic species of turtles? Where in your area might you fi nd some?
List the types of habitat where you might encounter one or more species of lizards. Where in your area might you fi nd some?
List the four species of poisonous snakes native to North America. How are they different from each other?
Name fi ve characteristics common to most reptiles.
There are no ________________ snakes. They all survive strictly on animal matter.
In North America, snakes with movable, hypodermic-type fangs are known as ________________ .
The ________________ is the only poisonous lizard in the United States.
________________ earned their name because of their often blinding speed.
There are several species of ________________ lizards, one or more of which can be found across much of America.
The ________________ is commonly known as a chameleon, although it is not a true chameleon.
________________ lizards prefer semiarid, rocky habitat and are most often found there.
________________ are the largest single group of reptiles.
The ________________ is a true terrestrial, land-dwelling tortoise.
Soft-shell turtles are highly ________________ , leaving their watery homes only to nest and to bask in the sun.
There are several species of spiny and smooth ________________ turtles.
The ________________ may be the most familiar turtle in America.
Many species of ________________ turtles are found in the southeastern United States.
Painted turtles, as one might guess from the name, are well marked and ________________ .
The ________________ is the largest freshwater turtle in North America.
The common ________________ is a large turtle, common throughout much of the South and Southeast.
Identifi cation of individual species of ________________ can be very diffi cult, particularly among the aquatic species.
Each turtle has four well-developed ________________ , unlike some other reptiles.
A turtle’s shell is typically divided into two parts, the carapace and the ________________ .
Alligators are ________________ , surviving on a diet consisting largely of meat.
Perhaps the most readily identifi able reptile in North America is the ________________ .
Most reptiles reproduce by laying ________________ .
Turtles, snakes, and are all reptiles.
There are fewer than ________________ species of reptiles found north of Mexico.
During cold weather most reptiles are forced to ________________ and seek shelter from cold weather.
Reptile blood is not actually cold, therefore, ________________ is a more appropriate term than coldblooded.
Describe some differences between the various types of reptiles.
List some of the common reptiles found in the United States.
Describe some common habits of reptiles.
Identify the type of habitat where reptiles might be found.
Describe some of the common characteristics of reptiles.
Identify at least three potential areas of heron, egret, or shorebird habitat in your area. Write a detailed description of each habitat and identify species using these areas if possible.
Select two species of herons, shorebirds, or egrets not discussed in this chapter. Using your local library, school library, or additional classroom texts, write a short biography of each bird. Include such information as habitat requirements, feeding habits, breeding or mating habits, and a
What factors do you believe most affect the populations of the birds discussed in this chapter?
Several of the species discussed in this chapter nest in colonies. In your opinion, what are some of the advantages on colonial nesting? What are some of the disadvantages?
List the common foods eaten by many shorebirds. What type of habitat might you expect to fi nd these birds feeding in?
List the common foods eaten by the great blue heron. What type of habitat might you expect to fi nd these birds feeding in?
The ________________ is a gregarious shorebird and is a rather common visitor to our coasts.
The ________________ is the largest of our shorebirds, measuring 22 to 24 inches in length.
The long-billed dowitcher is more prone to using habitats than is the ________________ .
The greater yellowlegs is about ________________ inches in length, and the lesser is only around __________ inches in length.
One or more species of ________________ is present throughout North America.
The ________________ is a common shorebird, often known as the “wave chaser.”
Killdeer spend a great deal of their time in ________________ .
The ________________ is a gregarious, medium-size heron that can be found in many freshwater and saltwater habitats.
The ________________ is a European species that derives its name from its habit of feeding in, around, and on the backs of cattle.
Great blue herons are very common and widespread, being found in almost all________________ habitats.
The ________________ is the largest heron in North America.
The little blue heron exhibits a rather odd color scheme. The immature birds are ________________ , whereas the ________________ are a dark blue, almost black color.
The ________________ is quite distinctive, with a slate-gray neck and back and a white rump and belly.
The green-backed heron is very common and is found in almost all ________________ .
The ________________ is perhaps more diffi cult to observe than the American bittern.
The ________________ is a shy, secretive bird that is rarely seen.
Describe some of the individual habits of each bird.
Identify the type of habitat where each species might be found.
Describe some characteristics of each of these species.
Identify some of the common shorebirds, herons, and egrets.
Select an avian predator discussed in this chapter. Using this book, the local libraries, and additional classroom texts, write a detailed account of your chosen species. Present your report to your class.
Select a species of avian predator found in your area. List the types of habitat where it is found in your area. What are some likely prey species? What are some likely nesting areas?
Discuss the effects of pesticides and pollution on avian predators. What have we done to counter these negative factors? What else might we do?
In your opinion, what sorts of benefi ts do people receive from avian predators?
Our national symbol, the bald eagle, almost became extinct in the lower 48 states. How did this happen?Why? What have wildlife managers done to help restore the species?
What can we do to help ensure the survival of avian predators?
Find and list two species discussed in this chapter that feed on fi sh. What types of habitat might these species utilize?
Both of these birds are ________________ eaters.
Two species of vultures are found in the United States, the ________________ and the ________________ .
Although known as the ________________ owl, these owls more often use abandoned prairie dog or ground squirrel burrows.
Barn owls acquired their name from their tendency to build their nests in________________ and ________________ .
________________ are distinctive-looking owls, with a heart-shaped, whitish face, encircled by brown.
________________ owls are vocal compared to other owls, and their “hoot” is often heard from late afternoon to early morning.
The ________________ is one of the largest owls in North America.
________________ are a large group of predatory birds that hunt largely at night or at dusk and dawn.
The ________________ is often called a sparrow hawk.
The ________________ is the smallest member of the accipiter clan in North America.
The ________________ is a medium-size, widespread hawk, about the size of a crow.
A medium-size falcon, averaging 19 inches in length, the ________________ is widespread and quite common in the western United States.
The ________________ is the only member of the harrier group of hawks found in North America.
The ________________ hawk is a crow-size hawk commonly found in the western half of the United States.
The goshawk is the largest North American ________________ .
The ________________ is the most common large hawk in North America.
Ospreys feed almost exclusively on ________________ .
The ________________ is a large, fi sh-eating hawk that is widespread throughout the United States and the world.
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