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1 What do passerine birds do?
A Perch. The order Passeriformes encompasses more than half of all bird species. Specifically, these birds possess unique anisodactyl feet—featuring three toes pointing forward and one backward—which enable them to maintain a powerful grip on perches.
2 How many internationally recognised blood groups do horses have?
A Seven (A, C, D, K, P, Q, U). Specifically, horses possess eight major blood group systems: A, C, D, K, P, Q, U, and T. Furthermore, the international scientific community officially recognises seven of these groups, excluding only the T system.
3 Phobos and Deimos are the two moons of which planet in our solar system?
A Mars. Many astronomers hypothesise that Mars captured these two moons as asteroids. Furthermore, some experts propose that they represent leftover debris from the solar system’s earliest formation.
4 Rickets is primarily caused by a deficiency of which vitamin?
A Vitamin D. It helps the body absorb calcium and phosphate from food.
5 What is the tail of a rabbit or hare named?
A Scut. This short, erect tail is not just for decoration but also serves as a danger signal and a way to communicate with other animals by flashing its usually pale or white underside.
6 What is the only marsupial native to North and Central America?
A Opossum. Also known as the common opossum, this nocturnal, solitary animal is about the size of a domestic cat and is well-adapted to various habitats, including urban areas.
7 Which domesticated animal has 42 teeth in adulthood?
A Dogs. Adult dogs have 20 teeth in their upper jaw and 22 in their lower jaw, which include incisors, canines, premolars, and molars.
8 Which members of the deer family are unique in that both male and female have antlers?
A Reindeer (called Caribou in North America). They use their antlers to scrape away snow to find food like lichen, and also to defend themselves.
9 Which mammal has types called Siberian and Bengal?
A Tiger. Both the Siberian (also known as the Amur tiger) and Bengal are distinct subspecies of Panthera tigris.
10 What is the young offspring of an elephant called?
A Calf. The term “calf” is also used for the young of other large mammals, such as whales and hippos.