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