Southern African Bird Quiz: Week 29 Of 2020
This quiz contains 5 images of Southern African birds, which you can identify by choosing from the various possible answers that are provided.
- 1.
What species do these two belong to?
- A.
Tambourine Dove
- B.
Emerald-spotted Wood Dove
- C.
Blue-spotted Wood Dove
- D.
Namaqua Dove
- E.
Laughing Dove
Correct Answer
B. Emerald-spotted Wood DoveExplanation
The correct answer is Emerald-spotted Wood Dove. The question is asking about the species to which the two mentioned birds belong. Out of the given options, the Emerald-spotted Wood Dove is the correct answer.Rate this question:
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- 2.
A good early morning shake before he is off on the hunt. What is he?
- A.
Brubru
- B.
Black-crowned Tchagra
- C.
Red-backed Shrike
- D.
Brown-crowned Tchagra
- E.
Southern Boubou
Correct Answer
D. Brown-crowned TchagraExplanation
The given question describes a bird that engages in a "good early morning shake" before going off on a hunt. The correct answer, the Brown-crowned Tchagra, is a bird species known for its hunting behavior and distinctive shaking movements. This explanation aligns with the information provided in the question and accurately identifies the bird species that fits the given description.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Sleepyhead. What bird am I?
- A.
African Wood Owl
- B.
Cape Eagle-Owl
- C.
Marsh Owl
- D.
Spotted Eagle-Owl
- E.
Verreaux's Eagle-Owl
Correct Answer
E. Verreaux's Eagle-OwlExplanation
The correct answer is Verreaux's Eagle-Owl. This bird is known for being sleepy or drowsy, hence the name "Sleepyhead." It is a species of owl found in parts of Africa, and it is characterized by its large size and distinctive ear tufts. Verreaux's Eagle-Owl is known for its nocturnal habits and is often seen perched in trees during the day, appearing sleepy or dozing off.Rate this question:
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- 4.
My crown might be confusing, but there are other clues!
- A.
Jacobin Cuckoo
- B.
Black Cuckoo
- C.
Levaillant's Cuckoo
- D.
Red-chested Cuckoo
- E.
Great Spotted Cuckoo
Correct Answer
C. Levaillant's CuckooExplanation
The explanation for the given correct answer, Levaillant's Cuckoo, is that the statement "My crown might be confusing, but there are other clues!" suggests that the appearance of the bird's crown might be misleading or confusing. However, there are other characteristics or clues that can be used to identify the bird correctly. Therefore, Levaillant's Cuckoo is the correct answer as it fits this description.Rate this question:
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- 5.
I occur widely in Southern Africa - most find my family confusing, but you can do this!
- A.
Red-capped Lark
- B.
Short-clawed lark
- C.
Rufous-napped Lark
- D.
Fawn-coloured Lark
- E.
Monotonous Lark
Correct Answer
A. Red-capped LarkExplanation
The correct answer is Red-capped Lark. The statement mentions that this bird occurs widely in Southern Africa and that its family is confusing to most people. This implies that the Red-capped Lark is a member of a family of birds that are difficult to differentiate from each other. However, the statement also suggests that despite the confusion, there is something specific about the Red-capped Lark that sets it apart and allows it to be identified.Rate this question:
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