Snake Behavior in Wisconsin Changes Throughout the Year

question 19

Multiple Choice

Snake behavior in Wisconsin changes throughout the year. For example, a snake is ________.

• A) less active in winter because the food supply is decreased
• B) less active in winter because it does not need to avoid predators
• C) more active in summer because that is the period for mating
• D) more active in summer because it can gain body heat by conduction

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Definitions:

Orangutan

A large arboreal great ape native to Indonesia and Malaysia, known for its reddish-brown hair, long arms, and intelligent behavior.

Bonobo

A species of great ape known for its peaceful behavior, residing in the Democratic Republic of Congo and closely related to the chimpanzee.

Primate Visual System

The specialized set of adaptations and structures in primates' eyes and brains that allow for acute visual perception, including depth perception and color vision.

Nerve Cells

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