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Shrews & Moles Quiz

True/False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
 

 1. 
The scientific name for the Eastern Mole is Scalopus aquaticus, which indicates that this mole is commonly found in semi-aquatic habitats.
 

 2. 
Moles lack external ears.
 

Multiple Choice
Identify the choice that best completes the statement or answers the question.
 

 3. 
Shrews of this Genus are unique among mammals in producing a poison in their salivary glands.
a.
Sorex
b.
Blarina
c.
Cryptotis
d.
Scalopus
 

 4. 
Which shrew species is known to enter beehives to feed on their brood?
a.
Northern Short-tailed Shrew
c.
Pygmy Shrew
b.
Least Shrew
d.
Masked Shrew
 

 5. 
Which shrew is the most commonly found species in Ohio?
a.
Northern Short-tailed Shrew
c.
Least Shrew
b.
Masked Shrew
d.
Pygmy Shrew
 

 6. 
Which shrew species is normally found only in the southeastern 1/3 of Ohio?
a.
Northern Short-tailed Shrew
c.
Least Shrew
b.
Masked Shrew
d.
Pygmy Shrew
 

 7. 
Which mole species discussed in class has the greater dentition?
a.
Eastern Mole
b.
Star-nosed Mole
 

Multiple Response
Identify one or more choices that best complete the statement or answer the question.
 

 8. 
Chose all that are correct:
 a.
The front feet of the Eastern Mole are larger than the rear.
 b.
The eyes of the Star-nosed Mole are large so it can see better in the dark.
 c.
The Eastern Mole has a ‘hairless’ tail.
 d.
The Star-nosed Mole ranges from light brown to dark brown in color.
 e.
Star-nosed Moles are known to come to the soil surface at night, exiting their burrows to forage in yards, field, etc. for insects.
 

Completion
Complete each statement.
 

 9. 
A shrew skull can be quickly identified as coming from a shrew and not a mole, bat or other small mammal due to their _______ teeth.
 

 

 10. 
The species of mole that is most likely the culprit of mole hills and tunnels in the yards of central Ohio residents is the ___________ Mole.
 

 



 
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