What are the Names of Animal Groups?

Animal groups are ways to organize animals based on what they have in common. Each group has special names. For example, a group of lions is called a "pride." A group of fish is called a "school." Different groups help us understand and learn about animals better!

Example: A group of bees is called a "swarm," and a group of geese in the sky is called a "skein."

Fun Fact: Did you know that a group of owls is called a "parliament"? That's a funny name for a group of birds!

Multiple Choice Questions:

1. What do you call a group of lions?

a) Troop

b) Pack

c) Pride

d) Flock

2. Which of these is a group of fish?

a) Gaggle

b) School

c) Swarm

d) Bevy

3. What is a group of kangaroos called?

a) Mob

b) Team

c) Herd

d) Parade

4. What do we call a group of birds?

a) Flock

b) Pack

c) School

d) Colony

5. Which of these is NOT a name of an animal group?

a) Pride

b) School

c) Bundle

d) Pack

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