Question 1: Which owl species is featured in today’s image?
- Short-eared owl
- Eurasian eagle-owl
- Long-eared owl
Correct Answer: Short-eared owl
Fact: The short-eared owl thrives in open landscapes like grasslands, prairies, tundra, savannas, and meadows. Unlike many owls, it nests on the ground, often in areas concealed by low vegetation. These nests are typically lined with materials like weeds, grass, or feathers for added camouflage.
Question 2: Which of these continents isn’t home to short-eared owls?
- Australia
- Asia
- North America
Correct Answer: Australia
Fact: The short-eared owl is one of the most widely distributed birds and is found on every continent except Antarctica and Australia. It lives across diverse regions, including Europe, Asia, the Americas, the Caribbean, Hawaii, and the Galápagos Islands. This owl is also known for its adaptability, often relocating to regions with abundant rodent populations.
Question 3: Which of these fantasy series centers around owls?
- Guardians of Ga’Hoole
- The Underland Chronicles
- Dragon Jousters
Correct Answer: Guardians of Ga’Hoole
Fact: The ‘Guardians of Ga’Hoole’ is a captivating series by Kathryn Lasky that spans 16 books. The 2010 animated 3D movie, ‘Legend of the Guardians: The Owls of Ga’Hoole,’ directed by Zack Snyder, is an adaptation of the first three books in the series.