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Quiz about Ever met a Rock Hyrax Procavia capensis
Quiz about Ever met a Rock Hyrax Procavia capensis

Ever met a Rock Hyrax? (Procavia capensis) Quiz


We adopted a baby after its mother was killed and this started my interest. Perhaps I can interest you in this small mammal as well?

A multiple-choice quiz by Gandi. Estimated time: 3 mins.
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Author
Gandi
Time
3 mins
Type
Multiple Choice
Quiz #
305,151
Updated
Dec 03 21
# Qns
10
Difficulty
Average
Avg Score
7 / 10
Plays
1604
Last 3 plays: Johnmcmanners (10/10), Guest 77 (2/10), Guest 2 (6/10).
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Question 1 of 10
1. This mammal of 12 to 21 inches in length is a relative of the guinea pig.


Question 2 of 10
2. The rock hyrax is sometimes called a rock rabbit or dassie.


Question 3 of 10
3. The rock hyrax has a very slow metabolism and poorly developed internal temperature regulation.


Question 4 of 10
4. A rock hyrax has long ears like a rabbit.


Question 5 of 10
5. What sort of foodstuff provides most of the rock hyrax's sustenance? Hint


Question 6 of 10
6. How are the groups divided in the rock hyrax social structure? Hint


Question 7 of 10
7. The rock hyrax suckles its young.


Question 8 of 10
8. The feet of the rock hyrax have stumpy toes and hooflike nails.


Question 9 of 10
9. The rock hyrax can survive in arid conditions.


Question 10 of 10
10. The rock hyrax has no predators.



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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts
1. This mammal of 12 to 21 inches in length is a relative of the guinea pig.

Answer: False

The rock hyrax resembles a guinea pig but is said to be an elephant's nearest living relative. This is a little misleading as the relationship stems from a remote ancestor common to hyraxes, sea cows and elephants.
2. The rock hyrax is sometimes called a rock rabbit or dassie.

Answer: True

In South Africa the rock hyrax is fairly widespread, and often at picnic spots and chalets, near rocky areas, you will find dassies lazing in the sun. They become fairly tame, allowing good photographs.
3. The rock hyrax has a very slow metabolism and poorly developed internal temperature regulation.

Answer: True

Because their metabolism is slow, the rock hyrax spends a great deal of time lying on the rocks in the sun. In the cool of the night they cuddle up for warmth. My little adoptee, who spent some time in a cage with a large chinchilla rabbit, used to sleep on top of the rabbit when warm, and underneath when cold.
4. A rock hyrax has long ears like a rabbit.

Answer: False

The rock hyrax is a brownish grey, rabbit sized mammal. He has a dense coat and short ears and legs. He has a pointed head and a short tail. From a distance he resembles a guinea pig. He also has large front teeth, some sources speculate that this could be a relic from elephant tusks, somewhat shrunken though.
5. What sort of foodstuff provides most of the rock hyrax's sustenance?

Answer: Vegetation

The rock hyrax does not chew the cud, but they do have multi division stomachs. This allows the bacteria to break down any tough plant material and to obtain the maximum nutrition out of the vegetation consumed. They can also supplement their grassy diet with the odd insect or grub but the are predominantly herbivores.
6. How are the groups divided in the rock hyrax social structure?

Answer: Single male dominated group, fiercely protected.

A male may dominate several groups of females, each group having their own range. The rest of the males live on the fringe, controlled by stronger or larger males, only mating with the younger females. Young females sometimes form "nursery groups".
7. The rock hyrax suckles its young.

Answer: True

The gestation period is seven to eight months. This is a comparatively long gestation period for an mammal of this size, but fossil remains of hyraxes were found where the animal was the size of an ox, so this would be more in keeping with the length of time.
The young are born with open eyes and within an hour can run and jump. They suckle for three months but start eating vegetation from the second day.
8. The feet of the rock hyrax have stumpy toes and hooflike nails.

Answer: True

The feet also have four toes on the front feet and three on the rear. The back feet have a long clawlike nail which is used for grooming and scratching.
The feet have rubbery pads with numerous sweat glands which help them scamper up steep rock surfaces.
9. The rock hyrax can survive in arid conditions.

Answer: True

The rock hyrax has very efficient kidneys which can retain water. They urinate and defecate only in designated areas, making them "clean" animals! The urine is very concentrated and leaves white deposits on the rock. These deposits were believed by some indigenous tribes to have medicinal qualities.
10. The rock hyrax has no predators.

Answer: False

Predators include leopards, large birds such as eagles, and snakes. A smaller predator is the mongoose. They give shrill cries to warn others of danger, and if cornered will bite in defense.
Source: Author Gandi

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