How to Care for Sharks
  • 1. What is the most important factor in maintaining shark health in captivity?
A) Enrichment activities
B) Tank size
C) Water quality
D) Feeding schedule
  • 2. What is a common method to reduce stress in captive sharks?
A) Loud music
B) Crowded tank mates
C) Dim lighting
D) Sudden movements
  • 3. What is a typical diet for sharks in aquariums?
A) Commercial dog food
B) Frozen fish and squid
C) Kelp and algae
D) Live rodents
  • 4. How often should a shark tank be cleaned?
A) Never
B) Once a year
C) Only when visibly dirty
D) Regularly, depending on bio-load
  • 5. What is a sign of a healthy shark?
A) Erratic swimming
B) Clear eyes and good appetite
C) Cloudy eyes and lethargy
D) Loss of scales
  • 6. What should you avoid when handling a shark?
A) Touching the dorsal fin
B) Touching the pectoral fins
C) Touching the tail
D) Touching the gills
  • 7. What is an important consideration when introducing new sharks to a tank?
A) Introducing during feeding time
B) Immediate mixing
C) Quarantine period
D) Ignoring their size
  • 8. What water parameter is crucial for shark health?
A) Cloudiness
B) Salinity
C) pH level
D) Temperature
  • 9. What is an enrichment activity for sharks?
A) Lack of interaction
B) Small tank size
C) Constant bright light
D) Novel food items
  • 10. What disease is common in sharks due to poor water quality?
A) Common cold
B) Fin rot
C) Measles
D) Chickenpox
  • 11. Why is monitoring shark behavior important?
A) To predict the weather
B) Because it's fun
C) To train them to do tricks
D) To detect early signs of illness
  • 12. What is the ideal tank shape for sharks?
A) Oval or circular
B) Triangular
C) Rectangular with sharp corners
D) Square
  • 13. What is the best practice when transporting a shark?
A) Keep them dry
B) Keep them submerged in water
C) Tie their fins down
D) Put them in a cardboard box
  • 14. What should you do if a shark stops eating?
A) Feed it more food
B) Force-feed it
C) Ignore it
D) Consult a veterinarian
  • 15. What is a sign of stress in a shark?
A) Aggressive behavior towards people
B) Calm and relaxed swimming
C) Pacing and rubbing against tank walls
D) Playing with tank decorations
  • 16. What type of substrate is generally recommended for shark tanks?
A) Gravel
B) Crushed coral
C) Sand or bare bottom
D) Sharp rocks
  • 17. What is the role of a protein skimmer in a shark tank?
A) Adds oxygen
B) Adds nutrients
C) Removes organic waste
D) Controls temperature
  • 18. How can you help a shark with buoyancy issues?
A) Add weights to the shark
B) Decrease water levels
C) Consult with a vet for possible treatments
D) Let the shark recover on its own
  • 19. What is the best way to prevent aggression between sharks?
A) Provide ample space and hiding places
B) Keep them hungry
C) Introduce more sharks
D) Isolate aggressive individuals permanently
  • 20. What can you use to treat minor skin abrasions on a shark?
A) Rubbing alcohol
B) Melafix or similar aquarium-safe antiseptic
C) Bleach
D) Hydrogen peroxide
  • 21. What is a good way to monitor water quality in a shark tank?
A) Visual inspection only
B) Smelling the water
C) Tasting the water
D) Regular water testing
  • 22. What do you need to be cautious of when keeping sharks with other animals?
A) Predatory behavior of the sharks
B) Both A and C
C) Compatibility issues with other animals
D) Friendship between the sharks and other animals
  • 23. What does a high ammonia level indicate in a shark tank?
A) Overfeeding
B) Poor biological filtration
C) Healthy ecosystem
D) Both A and C
  • 24. What is the ideal temperature range for most tropical shark species?
A) 85-90°F (29-32°C)
B) 72-78°F (22-26°C)
C) 60-65°F (15-18°C)
D) Below 50°F (10°C)
  • 25. Why is proper acclimation important when introducing a new shark to a tank?
A) To immediately feed the shark
B) To train the shark
C) To prevent osmotic shock
D) To make the shark feel welcome
  • 26. What is the purpose of a refugium in a shark keeping system?
A) To isolate sick sharks
B) To breed smaller fish for the sharks to eat
C) To store extra food
D) To grow beneficial organisms and improve water quality
  • 27. What is a sign of external parasites on a shark?
A) Increased appetite
B) Excessive scratching against objects
C) Bright coloration
D) Calm behavior
  • 28. What is a recommended method for feeding sharks in captivity?
A) Only feeding at night
B) Overfeeding to ensure everyone gets enough
C) Target feeding with a feeding stick
D) Dumping all food at once
  • 29. What type of filtration system is best for large shark tanks?
A) A combination of mechanical, chemical, and biological filtration
B) Only mechanical filtration
C) No filtration at all
D) Only chemical filtration
  • 30. Why is it important to keep a log of shark behavior and health?
A) Just for fun
B) To show off to visitors
C) To track changes and identify potential problems early
D) Because it's required by law everywhere
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