Which large wading bird is common in Ohio wetlands?

Great Blue Heron | Bald Eagle | Peregrine Falcon | Sandhill Crane

Which amphibian often breeds in permanent ponds?

Bullfrog | Wood Frog | Spring Peeper | Salamander

Which semi-aquatic mammal builds lodges?

Muskrat | Beaver | Otter | Mink

Which wetland function helps water quality?

Filter Water | Produce Oil | Create Desert | Remove Trees

Which temporary wetland supports amphibian breeding?

Vernal Pool | Treetop Pool | Desert Oasis | Open Ocean

Quiz Answers

Great Blue Heron. Great blue herons are common wading birds that hunt fish in shallow water.

Bullfrog. Bullfrogs breed in permanent water bodies and have deep, resonant calls.

Muskrat. Muskrats build lodges and feed on aquatic vegetation in wetlands.

Filter Water. Wetlands trap sediments and filter pollutants, improving downstream water quality.

Vernal Pool. Vernal pools are seasonal wetlands important for many amphibian species.

Quiz Level Rated Medium for Advanced Minds about Ecology