The Irrawaddy Dolphin - Quiz
  • 1. What is the scientific name of the Irrawaddy dolphin?
A) Grampus griseus
B) Orcaella brevirostris
C) Delphinus delphis
D) Tursiops truncatus
  • 2. How does the Irrawaddy dolphin typically communicate?
A) Through visual signals
B) Using body language only
C) By echolocation only
D) Clicks and whistles
  • 3. What is the IUCN conservation status of the Irrawaddy dolphin?
A) Vulnerable
B) Endangered
C) Least Concern
D) Critically Endangered
  • 4. Which of the following is a conservation effort for Irrawaddy dolphins?
A) Increased fishing quotas.
B) Reducing marine traffic.
C) Establishing protected areas.
D) Banning all types of fishing.
  • 5. What kind of waters are seen as critical for Irrawaddy dolphin conservation?
A) Shallow freshwater and brackish waters.
B) High salinity waters.
C) Cold Arctic waters.
D) Deep ocean waters.
  • 6. What is the diet of the Irrawaddy dolphin mainly composed of?
A) Fish and crustaceans
B) Plankton
C) Seaweeds
D) Sharks
  • 7. How do Irrawaddy dolphins often behave when surfacing?
A) They often exhibit a unique rolling motion.
B) They stay submerged for long periods.
C) They jump high out of the water.
D) They glide on the surface.
  • 8. What distinguishes Irrawaddy dolphins from other dolphin species?
A) Their rounded forehead and lack of beak.
B) Their large dorsal fin.
C) Their size and weight.
D) Their strong jump ability.
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