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Animals of New Jersey? A Hairy Situation Winged Wonders Tip the Scales Surf and Turf End

Can a wild black bear be found in New Jersey? YES NO

Black bears live in the forests of northern New Jersey. In the 1970’s, there were fewer than 100 in the state. Now, there are more than 2,000 black bears! There have been confirmed bear sightings in all 21 NJ counties. You can learn more at: Correct! Jeopardy 100 pts

Black bears live in the forests of northern New Jersey. In the 1970’s, there were fewer than 100 in the state. Now, there are more than 2,000 black bears! There have been confirmed bear sightings in all 21 NJ counties. You can learn more at: Sorry, wrong answer! Jeopardy

Can you find a wild Southern Flying Squirrel in New Jersey? YES NO

The southern flying squirrel is found in many areas of New Jersey, including VOORHEES! Due to its small size and nocturnal habits, it is very difficult to find! CORRECT! Jeopardy 200 pts

The southern flying squirrel is found in many areas of New Jersey, including VOORHEES! Due to its small size and nocturnal habits, it is very difficult to find! Sorry, wrong answer. Jeopardy

Could you find a wild moose in New Jersey? YES NO

These huge animals are NOT found in New Jersey. To find these guys, you would have to drive north for a few hours. Sorry! Jeopardy

These huge animals are NOT found in New Jersey. To find these guys, you would have to drive north for a few hours. You’re absolutely right! Jeopardy 300 pts

Could you find a wild coyote in New Jersey? YES NO

Most people do not realize that coyotes CAN be found in South Jersey. There is a even pack of coyotes on the Island of Cape May! Learn more about New Jersey’s coyotes: You’re right!! Jeopardy 400 pts

Most people do not realize that coyotes CAN be found in South Jersey. There is a even pack of coyotes on the Island of Cape May! Learn more about New Jersey’s coyotes: Sorry! Jeopardy

Could you find a humpback whale off the coast of New Jersey? YES NO

Good Answer! At certain times of the year, humpbacks can be found off our shores. If you’re lucky, you may find them while on a boat! Jeopardy 500 pts

Wrong answer! At certain times of the year, humpbacks can be found off our shores. If you’re lucky, you may find them while on a boat! Jeopardy

Could this Wood Duck be found in New Jersey? YES NO

You’re right! Wood ducks can be found in many lakes and marshy areas. Since they are very shy, it is difficult to find them sometimes! Jeopardy 200 pts

Guess again! Wood ducks can be found in many lakes and marshy areas. Since they are very shy, it is difficult to find them sometimes! Jeopardy

Could you find a cute little puffin in New Jersey? YES NO

Trick question! Puffins are usually NOT anywhere New Jersey but... Most winters, a very few Atlantic Puffin are found by boaters off the coast of New Jersey. However, this sea bird does not usually come so far south. Jeopardy 500 pts

Could this colorful falcon be found hunting in New Jersey? YES NO

Yep! The American kestrel is the smallest falcon in North America. Even though it’s small, it is quite a good hunter! Jeopardy 100 pts

Sorry! You’re mistaken. The American kestrel is the smallest falcon in North America. Even though it’s small, it is quite a good hunter! Jeopardy

Could this songbird be found in the trees of New Jersey? YES NO

You’re right! This is a Black-throated Blue Warbler which nests in New Jersey. Warblers are very small birds. This guy measures less than 5 ½ inches long and weighs less than ½ ounce. In the past, these birds have nested behind our school! 300 pts Jeopardy

Incorrect! Jeopardy This is a black throated blue warbler which nests in New Jersey. Last year, a pair of these nested behind our school!

Are there nesting bald eagles in New Jersey? YES NO

There were NO nesting bald eagles in New Jersey just a few decades ago. As of 2014, there were 146 nesting pairs of Bald Eagles that produced 201 young in New Jersey! Good answer! Jeopardy 400 pts

Well… Jeopardy There were NO nesting bald eagles in New Jersey just a few decades ago. As of 2014, there were 146 nesting pairs of Bald Eagles that produced 201 young in New Jersey!

Could you find a rattlesnake in the woods of New Jersey? YES NO

That’s right! Timber rattlesnakes are a top predator of New Jersey’s Pine Barrens. They do have venom and can be very dangerous! Jeopardy 100 pts

Sorry! Timber rattlesnakes are a top predator of New Jersey’s Pine Barrens. They do have venom and can be very dangerous! Jeopardy

Could you find a turtle like this around here? YES NO

Sure! The Painted Turtle can be found near almost any water source in the New Jersey! Jeopardy 200 pts

Are you sure?! The Painted Turtle can be found near almost any water source in New Jersey! Jeopardy

Are wild chameleons found in New Jersey? YES NO

Sorry! If you want to see chameleons around here, you’re only hopes are a pet store or zoo! Jeopardy

Good job! If you want to see chameleons around here, you’re only hopes are a pet store or zoo! Jeopardy 300 pts

What about a corn snake in New jersey? YES NO

No go! Corn snakes do live in New Jersey. They can be very tough to find! And, no, they do not have venom! Jeopardy

Bingo! Corn snakes do live in New Jersey. They can be very tough to find! And, no, they do not have venom! Jeopardy 400 pts

Does this skink and its bright blue tail live in New jersey? YES NO

Eggs-actly! Five-lined skinks are native to the Pine Barrens. They are really neat looking in person! Jeopardy 500 pts

Not eggs-actly! Five lined skinks are native to the Pine Barrens. They are really neat looking in person! Jeopardy

Does this tree frog call New Jersey home? YES NO

Yes! This is the endangered Pine Barrens tree frog. The average size for this tiny frog is only 1.5 inches! Jeopardy 100 pts

Don’t jump to conclusions! This is the endangered Pine Barrens tree frog. The average size for this tiny frog is only 1.5 inches! Jeopardy

Would you find a marbled salamander in New Jersey? YES NO

Nice job! The marbled salamander is found in moist, sandy areas on the edges of the Pine Barrens. Jeopardy200 pts

OOPS! The marbled salamander is found in moist, sandy areas on the edges of the Pine Barrens. Jeopardy

Could we find a dart frog in New Jersey? YES NO

There are many different types of poison dart frogs in the world. Most, if not all, of them are endangered because of rainforest destruction. NONE of them live in New Jersey! By the way… You’re wrong! Jeopardy

There are many different types of poison dart frogs in the world. Most, if not all, of them are endangered because of rainforest destruction. NONE of them live in New Jersey! By the way…You’re right! Jeopardy 300 pts

Do you think you could find a southern leopard frog around here? YES NO

Absolutely! The southern leopard frog can be found in many freshwater habitats. They may even take up residence in backyard ponds! Jeopardy 400 pts

Sorry!! The southern leopard frog can be found in many freshwater habitats. They may even take up residence in backyard ponds! Jeopardy

What about a red spotted newt? YES NO

You “newt” the answer! The red spotted newt (or red eft) does live in the Pine Barrens. The young ones live on land. The adults spend much more time near water. Jeopardy 500 pts

Maybe next time! The red spotted newt (or red eft) does live in the Pine Barrens. The young ones live on land. The adults spend much more time near water. Jeopardy

How can YOU help New Jersey’s wildlife?!  landscape your yards with native plants  do not use pesticides in your yard  keep cats indoors  reuse/recycle materials as much as possible  do not litter!  use less electricity and water next last

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We share our land, air, and water with all the animals you met today. If we are careless with our environment, we may push these creatures into extinction. The future of our planet’s health is in your hands!

Did you know that in one day in the U.S.…?  the average person throws away 4 lbs of garbage  4,000 trucks or buses are trashed  20,000 cars are trashed  43,000 TONS of food are thrown out  15,000 TONS of packing material are thrown out  every ton of recycled paper saves 17 trees! End next

Some water pollution facts:  ALL of us contribute to water pollution  Water pollution affects animals and humans in many ways  26% of water pollution comes from industry and municipal wastes  65% of water pollution comes from rainwater and local runoff End next

Just a few air pollution facts:  100 million Americans face health problems due to unhealthy air  64,000 Americans die each year due to air pollution  INDOOR air can be 20 –70 times worse than outdoor air End