Northern Fur Seal

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

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

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

A) Seaweed and algae
B) Clams and mussels
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) Endangered
C) Vulnerable
D) Critically Endangered

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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