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Prowling predators is the subject of the story I wrote for this month’s SuperScience magazine. [SuperScience]
Gharial
Contrary to what you may see in horror films, all predators are not jagged-jawed giants like sharks, grizzlies, or crocodiles.
Alligator
Predators come in all sizes, shapes, and species.
And they use a variety of tactics to bag their lunch.
Some trick, some trap, some shoot, and some smash.
Want to test your prowess at identifying predators?
Then take the quiz below.
For answers and intriguing videos, click on the link beneath each question.
Good luck nabbing the correct answers!
Dew Drops on Spider Web
SPIDERS
Which spider clutches its web in its legs and flings it over prey?
1. Trapdoor Spider
2. Net-casting Spider
3. Tarantula ANSWER and VIDEO
CRUSTACEANS
Which crustacean punches through its prey’s shell with club-shaped claws?
1. Spiny Lobster
2. Red King Crab
3. Mantis Shrimp ANSWER and VIDEO
Alligator Gar
FISH
Which fish shoots down insects by spitting at them like a water pistol?
1. Archerfish
2. Airbreathing Catfish
3. Armored Searobin ANSWER and VIDEO
Fence Lizard
REPTILES
Which reptile launches its sticky tongue like a slingshot at insects, lizards, and even small birds?
1. Crocodile
2. Komodo Dragon
3. Chameleon ANSWER and VIDEO
Great Blue Heron Eating Fish
BIRDS
Which bird outwits fish by forming its wings into an umbrella? This fools prey into thinking the shadow is cast by a protective log or stone.
1. Black Heron
2. Pelican
3. Flamingo ANSWER and VIDEO