Which one of the following makes a tool with a stick to scrape insects from a hole in a tree or a log of wood?
A
Fishing cat
B
Orangutan
C
Otter
D
Sloth bear
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation
1. The question asks to identify an animal that uses a stick as a tool to extract insects from holes in trees or logs.
2. Orangutans are known for their intelligence and sophisticated tool use. They have been observed modifying and using sticks to probe crevices and holes in trees to scrape out insects, seeds, or honey. This behavior matches the description in the question.
3. Fishing cats primarily hunt fish and are adapted to wetland environments; they are not known for this type of tool use.
4. Otters are known to use rocks as tools to break open shellfish, but not typically sticks for extracting insects from trees.
5. Sloth bears primarily feed on termites and ants, using their long claws to dig them out; they are not known for using sticks as foraging tools.
6. Therefore, the Orangutan is the correct answer.