Which iconic bird is often associated with the Tower of London and is considered a symbol of good fortune?
a) Robin
b) Puffin
c) Raven
d) Sparrow
Answer: c) Raven
The red deer is the largest land mammal in the UK. In which national park are they commonly found?
a) Lake District
b) Peak District
c) Cairngorms
d) Brecon Beacons
Answer: c) Cairngorms
The UK’s only venomous snake is the:
a) Adder
b) Grass snake
c) Viper
d) Garter snake
Answer: a) Adder
The puffin is known for its distinctive:
a) Blue plumage
b) Large size
c) Orange bill and bright beak
d) Ability to mimic human speech
Answer: c) Orange bill and bright beak
Which small mammal is often mistaken for a rodent but is actually related to moles and shrews?
a) Squirrel
b) Hedgehog
c) Vole
d) Mole rat
Answer: b) Hedgehog
The UK’s largest butterfly, known for its striking black and orange wings, is the:
a) Red admiral
b) Peacock
c) Painted lady
d) Swallowtail
Answer: b) Peacock
Which bird of prey is often referred to as the “king of the skies” and is known for its impressive aerial displays?
a) Sparrowhawk
b) Kestrel
c) Golden eagle
d) Peregrine falcon
Answer: d) Peregrine falcon
The UK’s only native venomous spider is the:
a) Black widow spider
b) Tarantula
c) False widow spider
d) Wolf spider
Answer: c) False widow spider
The national flower of Scotland is the:
a) Rose
b) Daffodil
c) Thistle
d) Lily
Answer: c) Thistle
The otter is a semi-aquatic mammal known for its playful behavior. Which body of water is it commonly found in?
a) River Thames
b) Lake Windermere
c) Loch Ness
d) Bristol Channel
Answer: a) River Thames
The native wildcat of the UK is often confused with which domesticated feline?
a) Tabby cat
b) Siamese cat
c) Persian cat
d) Bengal cat
Answer: a) Tabby cat
The “Hebridean Black” and “Welsh Mountain” are breeds of which farm animal?
a) Cattle
b) Sheep
c) Pigs
d) Horses
Answer: b) Sheep
The UK is home to six native species of reptiles, including the grass snake and:
a) Crocodile
b) Lizard
c) Iguana
d) Komodo dragon
Answer: b) Lizard
The distinctive “barking” call of which bird is often heard in the early hours of the morning in urban areas?
a) Blackbird
b) Sparrow
c) Starling
d) Woodpecker
Answer: c) Starling
The UK is known for its rich biodiversity of fungi. Which edible species is often used in cooking?
a) Fly agaric
b) Magic mushroom
c) Morel
d) Porcini
Answer: d) Porcini
The common seal and grey seal are commonly found in the waters around the UK. Which species is larger?
a) Common seal
b) Grey seal
c) Harbor seal
d) Monk seal
Answer: b) Grey seal
The “British Blue” and “Aberdeen Angus” are breeds of which farm animal?
a) Chickens
b) Cows
c) Goats
d) Pigs
Answer: b) Cows
The UK’s smallest bird is the:
a) Sparrow
b) Wren
c) Robin
d) Blue tit
Answer: b) Wren
The red kite, once extinct in England, has successfully been reintroduced in which part of the UK?
a) Lake District
b) Yorkshire Dales
c) Scottish Highlands
d) Brecon Beacons
Answer: b) Yorkshire Dales
The “Common Frog” is a familiar amphibian found in many gardens and ponds. What is its scientific name?
a) Rana temporaria
b) Bufo bufo
c) Hyla arborea
d) Salamandra salamandra
Answer: a) Rana temporaria
The “Red Admiral” and “Peacock” are species of which insect commonly seen in gardens?
a) Ants
b) Butterflies
c) Dragonflies
d) Beetles
Answer: b) Butterflies
The “Red Squirrel” is native to the UK but is threatened by the introduction of which other squirrel species?
a) Grey squirrel
b) Black squirrel
c) Chipmunk
d) Flying squirrel
Answer: a) Grey squirrel
The “Stoat” is known for its ability to change the color of its fur according to the season. What color does it turn during winter?
a) White
b) Brown
c) Black
d) Grey
Answer: a) White
The “Great Crested Newt” is a protected species in the UK. In what type of habitat is it commonly found?
a) Deserts
b) Rivers
c) Woodlands
d) Ponds and wetlands
Answer: d) Ponds and wetlands
The “Hazel Dormouse” is known for its long periods of hibernation. What is another common name for this species?
a) Sleeping mouse
b) Dreaming rat
c) Snoozing rodent
d) Sleepyhead squirrel
Answer: a) Sleeping mouse
The “Marsh Harrier” and “Hen Harrier” are species of which bird of prey commonly found in wetland habitats?
a) Eagle
b) Hawk
c) Falcon
d) Kite
Answer: b) Hawk
The “Cuckoo” is known for its distinctive call, but what is the behavior it is famous for?
a) Building elaborate nests
b) Migrating long distances
c) Mimicking other bird species
d) Laying eggs in other birds’ nests
Answer: d) Laying eggs in other birds’ nests
The “Wild Boar” was once extinct in the UK but has been reintroduced in some areas. In which country can it be found?
a) England
b) Scotland
c) Wales
d) Northern Ireland
Answer: a) England
The “Long-tailed Tit” is a small bird known for its distinctive appearance. What feature sets it apart from other tits?
a) Bright blue plumage
b) Long tail and pinkish plumage
c) Large size and white plumage
d) Crested head and orange plumage
Answer: b) Long tail and pinkish plumage
The “Scottish Wildcat” is a critically endangered species. What is the main threat to its survival?
a) Habitat loss
b) Predation by domestic cats
c) Climate change
d) Overhunting
Answer: b) Predation by domestic cats
The “Bluebell” is a common spring flower found in woodlands. Which type of habitat do bluebells prefer?
a) Dry sandy soils
b) Rocky mountainsides
c) Open grasslands
d) Moist, shaded woodlands
Answer: d) Moist, shaded woodlands
The “Barn Owl” is known for its heart-shaped facial disc. What does this feature help the owl with?
a) Enhanced sense of smell
b) Improved hearing
c) Camouflage
d) Efficient hunting in low light
Answer: b) Improved hearing
The “Bumblebee” is an important pollinator in the UK. What is the main source of food for bumblebees?
a) Seeds
b) Nectar and pollen from flowers
c) Small insects
d) Fruits
Answer: b) Nectar and pollen from flowers
The “Badger” is a nocturnal mammal known for its distinctive black and white stripes on its face. What is its main diet?
a) Insects and worms
b) Small mammals and birds
c) Fish and amphibians
d) Fruits and nuts
Answer: a) Insects and worms
The “Common Buzzard” is a bird of prey known for its broad wings and soaring flight. What is its primary hunting strategy?
a) Diving at high speeds
b) Stealthy ambushes
c) Hovering in mid-air
d) Soaring and circling in search of prey
Answer: d) Soaring and circling in search of prey
The “Common Pipistrelle” is the smallest and most widespread species of which flying mammal?
a) Bat
b) Flying squirrel
c) Flying lemur
d) Pterosaur
Answer: a) Bat
The “Blackbird” is a common garden bird known for its melodious song. What is the male blackbird often called?
a) Hen
b) Cockerel
c) Rooster
d) Cock
Answer: d) Cock
The “Hawthorn” is a native tree often found in hedgerows. What is another name for this tree?
a) Maple
b) Birch
c) Rowan
d) Mayflower
Answer: d) Mayflower
The “Red Fox” is a common mammal found in urban and rural areas. What is its scientific name?
a) Vulpes vulpes
b) Canis lupus
c) Felis catus
d) Ursus arctos
Answer: a) Vulpes vulpes
The “Common Kingfisher” is known for its vibrant plumage and rapid dives into water to catch fish. What color is its back?
a) Red
b) Green
c) Blue
d) Yellow
Answer: b) Green
The “Blackthorn” is a shrub known for its small white flowers and edible fruits. What are these fruits commonly called?
a) Blackberries
b) Raspberries
c) Sloes
d) Elderberries
Answer: c) Sloes
The “European Robin” is a familiar garden bird often associated with Christmas. What is its scientific name?
a) Turdus merula
b) Erithacus rubecula
c) Parus major
d) Passer domesticus
Answer: b) Erithacus rubecula
The “Common Frog” undergoes a remarkable transformation during its life cycle. What is the aquatic larval stage called?
a) Tadpole
b) Caterpillar
c) Grub
d) Larva
Answer: a) Tadpole
The “Common Kestrel” is a small bird of prey known for its ability to hover in mid-air while hunting. What is its main diet?
a) Seeds and grains
b) Fish and insects
c) Small mammals and birds
d) Nectar from flowers
Answer: c) Small mammals and birds
The “Sparrowhawk” is an agile bird of prey known for its rapid flight through dense vegetation. What is its main hunting strategy?
a) Diving at high speeds
b) Soaring and circling
c) Stealthy ambushes
d) Hovering in mid-air
Answer: c) Stealthy ambushes
The “Barn Swallow” is a migratory bird known for its long tail and distinctive forked tail feathers. Where does it migrate to in winter?
a) South America
b) Africa
c) Asia
d) Antarctica
Answer: b) Africa
The “Grey Heron” is a wading bird often seen near water bodies. What is its main feeding behavior?
a) Swooping to catch insects on the wing
b) Pursuing fast-moving prey underwater
c) Standing still and waiting for fish to approach
d) Stealing food from other birds
Answer: c) Standing still and waiting for fish to approach
The “Common Hazel” is a shrub known for its edible nuts. What is another name for these nuts?
a) Acorns
b) Chestnuts
c) Hazelnuts
d) Almonds
Answer: c) Hazelnuts
The “Wood Pigeon” is a large bird commonly seen in gardens and woodlands. What is its distinctive call often described as?
a) Cuckooing
b) Whistling
c) Cooing
d) Chirping
Answer: c) Cooing
The “Stag Beetle” is the largest beetle species in the UK. What is the function of its large jaws?
a) Catching prey
b) Digging tunnels
c) Producing sound
d) Attracting mates
Answer: d) Attracting mates
