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