Question

A student identified the following characteristics in an animal. Which type of animal is it likely to be?

1) Strong claws.
2) Spines to protect them from slipping.
3) Ability to climb trees.

• A. Terrestrial animal
• B. Aquatic animal
• C. Arboreal animal
• D. Amphibian

Answer 1

The correct option is C

Arboreal animal

The animal's ability to climb trees indicate that they are arboreal. Moreover, an animal with an ability to climb trees must have strong claws and spines that prevent them from slipping while doing so.