Question 1: Which creature is featured here?
- Beaver
- Muskrat
- Otter
Correct Answer: Beaver
Fact: Beavers are the second-largest rodents after capybaras. The North American beaver, found in the United States and Canada, is one of the two existing species, along with the Eurasian beaver.
Question 2: What are the large front teeth of a beaver called?
- Incisors
- Fangs
- Canines
Correct Answer: Incisors
Fact: Beavers' incisors are highly specialized and keep growing throughout their lives. These sharp, chisel-like teeth are used for gnawing through wood as beavers construct dams and lodges. Their teeth are orange due to the presence of iron in the enamel.
Question 3: What is a baby beaver called?
- Kit
- Kid
- Pup
Correct Answer: Kit
Fact: Typically born in spring or summer, kits rely entirely on their parents for care and protection during the early stages of life. For two months after their birth, the beaver lodge provides a safe and warm environment for the young ones to grow and develop.