How Much Do You Know About Bats?

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    Bats are very beneficial to the environment. 

    • True, they help pollinate flowers and keep the bug population under control
    • False, all they do is turn people into vampires
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How much do you know about bats? Quiz yourself below and see how well you can perform in this bats knowledge test. Bats are the only mammals that can fly. These are really interesting creatures and they impact our daily lives in several ways, even without us noticing them. People often consider them as 'spooky', 'scary' and 'creepy'. Do you know that there are several interesting facts related to these spooky creatures? Well, take the quiz below and see how much knowledge you have about Bats. You might even get the chance to explore some interesting facts about this creature.

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  • 2. 
    All bats drink blood. State true or false.  - ProProfs

    All bats drink blood. State true or false. 

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement "All bats drink blood" implies that every single bat drinks blood, which is not true. While it is true that some species of bats, such as vampire bats, do consume blood, the majority of bats feed on insects, fruits, nectar, or small animals. Therefore, the correct answer is False.

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  • 3. 
    Bats are known for their use of echolocation to navigate in the dark, which other mammal uses echolocation as well? - ProProfs

    Bats are known for their use of echolocation to navigate in the dark, which other mammal uses echolocation as well?

    • Dogs

    • Dolphins

    • Sloths

    • Opossums

    Correct Answer
    A. Dolphins
    Explanation
    Dolphins are the correct answer because they are another mammal that uses echolocation. Like bats, dolphins emit high-frequency sounds and listen for the echoes to navigate and locate objects in their environment. This ability allows them to find food, communicate, and avoid obstacles, especially in dark or murky waters. Dolphins have specialized structures in their heads called melons, which help them produce and focus these sounds. This adaptation has made them highly skilled hunters and efficient swimmers.

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  • 4. 
    Some species of bats hibernate in the winter. State true or false.  - ProProfs

    Some species of bats hibernate in the winter. State true or false. 

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    Some species of bats do indeed hibernate in the winter. During this time, bats lower their body temperature and metabolic rate, allowing them to conserve energy and survive the cold winter months when food is scarce. Hibernation helps bats to conserve energy and survive until the warmer months when insects, their primary food source, become more abundant. Therefore, the statement "True" is correct.

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  • 5. 
    The nectar bats tongue is so long it stows it in its rib cage. State true or false.  - ProProfs

    The nectar bats tongue is so long it stows it in its rib cage. State true or false. 

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The statement is true. The nectar bat's tongue is indeed so long that it can stow it in its rib cage. This unique adaptation allows the bat to reach deep into flowers to extract nectar, which is its primary food source. By retracting its tongue into its rib cage when not in use, the bat can conserve energy and protect its tongue from damage.

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  • 6. 
    What is bat poop called? - ProProfs

    What is bat poop called?

    • Murciélago

    • Kylfu 

    • Guano

    • Kelawar

    Correct Answer
    A. Guano
    Explanation
    Guano is the correct answer because it refers to bat poop. Guano is a term used to describe the excrement of seabirds and bats, and it is known for being rich in nutrients. It has been historically used as a valuable fertilizer due to its high levels of nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium. Additionally, guano has been used in the production of explosives and as a raw material for certain industrial processes.

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  • 7. 
    Bat wings are made up of cartilage.  - ProProfs

    Bat wings are made up of cartilage. 

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    Bat wings are made up of cartilage, which is a flexible and lightweight tissue found in the skeletal structure of bats. Unlike birds, bats do not have feathers on their wings. Instead, their wings are formed by a thin membrane of skin stretched over elongated fingers. This membrane is supported and shaped by cartilage, allowing bats to have a unique and adaptable wing structure that enables them to fly and maneuver effectively.

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  • 8. 
    Millions of bats across North America have died from disease, what disease is it? - ProProfs

    Millions of bats across North America have died from disease, what disease is it?

    • Coronavirus 

    • White-nose syndrome 

    • The common cold 

    • Ebola

    Correct Answer
    A. White-nose syndrome 
    Explanation
    The correct answer is White-nose syndrome. White-nose syndrome is a disease that affects bats in North America and has caused millions of bat deaths. It is caused by a fungus called Pseudogymnoascus destructans and primarily affects hibernating bats. The fungus grows on the bats' noses, wings, and ears, leading to skin irritation and disrupting their hibernation patterns. This disease has had a significant impact on bat populations, causing declines in certain species and affecting ecosystems that rely on bats for pollination and insect control.

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  • 9. 
    What is the smallest type of bat in the world?  - ProProfs

    What is the smallest type of bat in the world? 

    • Kitti's hog-nosed bat 

    • Indiana bat

    • Vampire bat 

    • Little brown bat 

    Correct Answer
    A. Kitti's hog-nosed bat 
    Explanation
    Kitti's hog-nosed bat is the smallest type of bat in the world. This bat species, also known as the bumblebee bat, is found in Thailand and Myanmar. It has a body length of about 1.1 to 1.3 inches and weighs only about 0.07 to 0.14 ounces. Due to its small size, it is often considered as the world's smallest mammal.

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  • 10. 
    Bats aren't the only flying mammals. State true or false.  - ProProfs

    Bats aren't the only flying mammals. State true or false. 

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement "Bats aren't the only flying mammals" is true. There are other mammals that can fly, such as flying squirrels and flying lemurs. Therefore, the correct answer is False.

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  • 11. 
    Austin is known for the bats that reside under the Congress Avenue Bridge. What type of bats are they? - ProProfs

    Austin is known for the bats that reside under the Congress Avenue Bridge. What type of bats are they?

    • Flying foxes 

    • Little brown bats

    • Mexican free-tailed bats

    • Egyptian fruit bats

    Correct Answer
    A. Mexican free-tailed bats
    Explanation
    The bats that reside under the Congress Avenue Bridge in Austin are Mexican free-tailed bats.

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  • 12. 
    Texas has the largest bat colony in the world. Where is it? - ProProfs

    Texas has the largest bat colony in the world. Where is it?

    • Waugh Drive 

    • Congress Avenue Bridge 

    • Bracken Cave

    Correct Answer
    A. Bracken Cave
    Explanation
    Bracken Cave is home to the largest bat colony in the world. Located in Texas, this cave serves as a roosting site for millions of Mexican free-tailed bats. These bats migrate to Bracken Cave from Mexico every year, making it a significant habitat for their population. The sheer number of bats in this colony makes it the largest in the world, making Bracken Cave the correct answer to the question.

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  • 13. 
    About how long do bats usually live? - ProProfs

    About how long do bats usually live?

    • 2 years

    • 5 years

    • 10 years

    • 20 years

    • 30 years

    Correct Answer
    A. 20 years
    Explanation
    Bats usually have a lifespan of around 20 years. This is considered relatively long for a small mammal. Bats have evolved to have longer lifespans compared to other animals of similar size, possibly due to their ability to fly which provides them with advantages such as escaping predators and accessing food sources. Additionally, bats have adaptations that help them resist diseases and maintain their health, contributing to their longer lifespan.

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  • 14. 
    Which of these has a bat as their official state land mammal? - ProProfs

    Which of these has a bat as their official state land mammal?

    • Utah

    • Louisiana 

    • Hawaii

    • Alaska

    Correct Answer
    A. Hawaii
    Explanation
    Hawaii is the correct answer because it is the only option that has a bat as their official state land mammal.

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  • 15. 
    The giant golden-crowned flying fox is the largest in the world and can be 5 feet long, about how much does one weigh? - ProProfs

    The giant golden-crowned flying fox is the largest in the world and can be 5 feet long, about how much does one weigh?

    • 3 pounds

    • 8 pounds 

    • 15 pounds

    • 20 pounds

    Correct Answer
    A. 3 pounds
    Explanation
    The giant golden-crowned flying fox is the largest bat in the world, reaching lengths of up to 5 feet. Despite its large size, it weighs only 3 pounds.

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