Halloween Treats

Previous Question:

Are bat populations world wide on the rise or decline? Why?

Answer:

Worldwide, bat populations are declining at a rapid rate, due in large part to the destruction of feeding and roosting habitats and the misuse of toxic pesticides. During the 1960’s, the world’s largest bat colony in southeastern Arizona was reduced to a mere 30,000 individuals, representing a decline of 99.9 percent.

Today’s Question:

According to the National Confectioners Association, what are the least favorite items children like to get in their trick-or-treat bags?

a) Baked goods
b) Packs of gum
c) Fruit and salty snacks
d) Toys

Bat Futures

Last Question:

In 15 minutes, a vampire bat can guzzle approximately how much of its weight in blood?

a) 12 percent
b) 20 percent
c) 40 percent
d) 90 percent

Answer:

c) 40 percent

A vampire bat can guzzle approximately 40 percent of its weight in blood in 15 minutes. That is far better than we can do as humans!

Today’s Question:

Are bat populations world wide on the rise or decline? Why?

Vampire Blood

Previous Question:

Bats can fly only short distances.

a)True
b False

Answer:

False

Some bats can fly very long distances. Actually, bats may migrate considerable distances to winter roosts in warmer locales where food is more plentiful. For example, some bats migrate 1,000 miles between summer roosts in the United States and winter roosts in Mexico.

Today’s Question:

In 15 minutes, a vampire bat can guzzle approximately how much of its weight in blood?

a) 12 percent
b) 20 percent
c) 40 percent
d) 90 percent