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Pinecone Owls (From WhiMsyLove)
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‘Tis the season for black cats, bats, and spiders! As the leaves begin to change colors and the air is crisp and cool, Autumn and Halloween are right around the corner. Can you get into the spirit of Jack-O-Lantern season and answer these WILD trivia questions?
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Black cats have DNA in their genes that causes their fur’s iconic dark coloring. Some scientists believe that the same genes that cause their black fur may also: a. Make their eyes glow in the dark b. Make them more resistant to diseases c. Make their whiskers extra long d. Make them more likely to have a bushy tail
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Vampire bats are the only mammals that are hemophages (animals that survive on a diet of blood). These bats mostly feed on the blood of animals like pigs and goats, and can be found in: a. South & Central America b. Asia c. Africa & the Middle East d. Australia
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Owls are skillful hunters and masters of sneaking up on their unsuspecting prey. Which of the following adaptations help owls to hunt effectively? a. They have extra bones in their spine, allowing them to turn their heads almost 360° around b. Their specially adapted feathers allow them to fly almost silently c. They have specialized hearing and ear shapes allowing them to listen carefully for prey d. All of the above
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While many people are afraid of spiders, they are a very important part of the ecosystem, snacking on pesky insects and stopping the spread of disease. How many insects does the average spider eat in a year? a. Less than 200 b. Over 2,000 c. Over 8,000 d. 42
1. Have a parent or guardian help you to cut out felt or construction paper for the owl’s eyes, beak, and wings. You can mix the colors any way you want. 2. Once you have your pieces cut out, carefully use a stapler or glue to arrange the pieces into a face for your owl. 3. Have a parent or guardian help you to hot glue the felt or construction paper pieces onto the pinecone body of your owl. 4. Decorate your owl any way you want to. Every animal is one-of-a-kind, and yours should be just as fun and unique as you are!
Try this: Make some woodland friends to keep your new owl company! A hedgehog or two could be a good start— Get creative!
Can you identify these Zoo animals snacking on pumpkins? Answers located on bottom of page.
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Wild Trivia Answers: 1: B • 2: A • 3: D • 4: B; Guess Zoo Answers: 1. Cheetah 2. Goat 3. Harbor Seal 4. River Otter 5. White Cheeked Gibbon 6. Red Panda
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Instructions:
Answers located on bottom of page.
Guess Zoo?
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• pinecones • felt (or construction paper) • googly eyes • scissors • hot glue gun • stapler (or tacky glue)
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