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Mini-Quiz: Observing Squirrel Behavior

by Ron Kurtus (updated 19 January 2022)

Take this Mini-Quiz to check your understanding of the lesson material.

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1. Can a squirrel really tease the cat?

No, that is giving it human behavioral traits

Actually, the cat was teasing the squirrel

It appears so, from my observations

2. Why do squirrels groom each other?

It forms a social bond when they reciprocate

They are looking for fleas to eat

It is their way of fighting

3. Why weren't the city squirrels afraid of us?

They saw we didn't have a gun, so they felt safe

They were used to humans and had no real fear

They knew our dog would protect them

If you got all three correct, you are on your way to becoming a Champion in Understanding Behavior. If you had problems, you had better look over the material again.

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Learn about life from the squirrels

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Resources and references

Ron Kurtus' Credentials

Websites

Squirrel Sanctuary - Behavior of squirrels

Science News - Squirrel Uses IR to Escape from Rattlesnake

California Ground Squirrel Control - Information from University of California-Davis

Behavior Resources

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Top-rated books on Squirrel Behavior

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Mini-Quiz: Observing Squirrel Behavior

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Behavior topics

Behavior theory

• Stimulus Results in Behavior
• Studying Behavior with Experiments
• Studying Behavior with Observations
• Types of Behavior Often Studied

Human behavior

• Study of Behavior on Candid Camera

Animal behavior

• Group Behavior of Flocks
• Simulation of Flocking Behavior
• Observing Rat Behavior
• Observing Squirrel Behavior
• Squirrel Defense Mechanisms
• Parrots and other Hookbills
• Dogs Roll in Smelly Stuff

Animal cultures

• Cultures in Animal Groups
• Baboon Troop Develops Unique Culture
• Penguins Change Culture

Also see

• Behavior Survey Results
• Animal Health
• Good Character
• Using Your Senses

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