Northern Fur Seal

1. What is the scientific name for the Northern Fur Seal?

A) Enhydra lutris
B) Phoca vitulina
C) Callorhinus ursinus
D) Ursus maritimus

2. What is the typical diet of Northern Fur Seals?

A) Clams and mussels
B) Seaweed and algae
C) Plankton
D) Fish and squid

3. What is the status of the Northern Fur Seal on the IUCN Red List?

A) Least Concern
B) Vulnerable
C) Critically Endangered
D) Endangered

4. What are the main threats to the population of Northern Fur Seals?

A) Illegal hunting and disease
B) Natural disasters and invasive species
C) Overfishing and climate change
D) Habitat destruction and pollution

5. How do Northern Fur Seals communicate with each other?

A) By releasing pheromones into the water
B) By using bioluminescent signals
C) Through vocalizations and body postures
D) Through complex dances and patterns

6. What is the primary cause of mortality for Northern Fur Seal pups?

A) Predation by other marine mammals
B) Disease
C) Climate change
D) Starvation

7. How are Northern Fur Seals able to swim so gracefully in the water?

A) By relying on their buoyancy
B) By using inflatable air sacs
C) With the help of a symbiotic relationship with fish
D) With their streamlined bodies and powerful flippers

8. How do Northern Fur Seals regulate their body temperature?

A) By huddling together for warmth
B) By migrating to warmer waters
C) By panting heavily
D) Through a thick layer of blubber

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