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Earth Day Ranger Quiz answers

Can you name any yellow flowers blooming in your area?

Some examples are Celandine, Cowslip, Daffodil, Dandelion, Primrose….

Historically,  what food was wrapped up in Butterbur leaves to keep it cool in warm weather?

The clue is in the name..BUTTER

Here are 3 Muntjac Deer captured on our Trailcam. Adults are less than 2 feet tall! These two adult females are Does. Males are called Bucks. What are their babies called?

Fawns

Can you name at least 2 birds you might find in your gardens?

Most popular answers may be Robin, Blackbird, Pigeon, Blue Tit, Great Tit, Magpie.. hopefully answers will include Wren, Goldcrest,  Goldfinch, Jackdaw, Long tailed-tit, Greater Spotted Woodpecker…plenty more are possible.

What children’s playground toy could grow into a Horse Chestnut tree?

The Conker

Which black and white countryside UK mammal makes large latrines?

Badger

Can you name the pond life in this video?

Pond Snail, Tadpoles, Pond Skater

Which Creepy Crawlies could you find in a brash pile?

Examples may include Spider, Woodlouse, Millipede, Centipede, Caterpillar, Moths, Slugs, Snails, Flying Insects, Beetles…..others are available, even mammals may be discussed such as Mouse, Vole, Hedgehog 🦔

What is the name of a baby Goose?

Gosling

After Earth Day, what changes can you make that will help Nature recover in your area?

Let their ideas flow! Encourage habitat restoration like plants for pollinators, brash piles at home, pond and water areas. Build it and the wildlife will come!

What are the benefits of Woodland?

Habitat for wildlife, provides Oxygen, good for mental and Physical health, captures Carbon, Provides renewable fuel….discuss their ideas💡