This image is a reference chart called an "Owl Pellet Bone Chart." It is used to identify the small animals that owls have eaten by looking at the bones found in their pellets.
Since there is no specific question asked, here is an explanation of how to use this chart to solve typical homework problems associated with it:
How to use this chart:
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Find the Bone: Look at the bone you found in the owl pellet. Is it a jaw? A skull? A leg bone? Find that row on the left side of the chart.
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Compare Shapes: Look across that row to see what the bone looks like for each animal (Bird, Mouse, Mole, Shrew).
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Match It Up: See which animal's bone looks exactly like the one you have.
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Example: If you have a
Jaw bone that is long and thin with tiny teeth, look at the "Jaw" row. It matches the
Shrew.
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Example: If you have a
Skull that is round with big eye holes, look at the "Skull" row. It matches the
Mouse.
Key Differences to Look For:
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Skulls: Bird skulls are very small and delicate. Mouse skulls are rounder. Mole skulls are pointy. Shrew skulls are long and narrow.
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Jaws: Mouse jaws are curved. Shrew jaws are straight and long.
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Shoulder Blades: Mouse shoulder blades are wide. Mole shoulder blades are thick and blocky.
If you have a specific bone you need to identify, please describe it or tell me which row you are looking at, and I can help you match it!
Final Answer:
This is a reference tool for identifying animal bones from owl pellets. To use it, match the shape of the bone you found (e.g., skull, jaw, hip) with the drawings in the corresponding row to determine if it came from a bird, mouse, mole, or shrew.
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of owl pellet lab worksheet.
