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