- 1. What is the scientific name for herring?
A) Oncorhynchus kisutch
B) Engraulis encrasicolus
C) Sardina pilchardus
D) Clupea harengus
- 2. Herring are considered a _________ fish.
A) Forage
B) Herbivorous
C) Predatory
D) Bottom-dwelling
- 3. Herring belong to the order ________.
A) Scombriformes
B) Clupeiformes
C) Perciformes
D) Salmoniformes
- 4. What is the primary habitat of herring in the wild?
A) Freshwater lakes
B) Coral reefs
C) Marine waters
D) Swamps
- 5. Herring typically form large ________ during migration.
A) Colonies
B) Herds
C) Flocks
D) Schools
- 6. Herring have a ________ body shape which helps them swim in large groups.
A) Squiggly
B) Bulbous
C) Streamlined
D) Boxy
- 7. What is a common ingredient in herring marinades?
A) Honey
B) Vinegar
C) Mayonnaise
D) Soy sauce
- 8. Which country is known for its traditional pickled herring dish called 'Sill'?
A) Sweden
B) Thailand
C) Greece
D) Mexico
- 9. Which ocean is known for its abundance of Pacific herring?
A) Pacific Ocean
B) Indian Ocean
C) Arctic Ocean
D) Atlantic Ocean
- 10. What is the herring's role in the marine ecosystem?
A) Filter feeder
B) Scavenger
C) Key prey species
D) Apex predator
- 11. What is the primary export market for Norwegian herring?
A) United States
B) Japan
C) Italy
D) China
- 12. What is the traditional accompaniment to pickled herring in the Netherlands?
A) Onions
B) Cucumbers
C) Carrots
D) Tomatoes
- 13. Herring are a significant component of cuisine in which region?
A) Australia
B) South America
C) Scandinavia
D) Middle East
- 14. Herring are known for what distinctive behavior during reproduction?
A) Internal fertilization
B) Mass spawning
C) Live-bearing
D) Brood care
- 15. What family of fish does herring belong to?
A) Salmonidae
B) Gadidae
C) Clupeidae
D) Scombridae
- 16. What is the common coloration of herring?
A) Red
B) Silver
C) Blue
D) Yellow
- 17. What is a traditional drink served with herring in Scandinavian cuisine?
A) Aquavit
B) Sake
C) Tequila
D) Mulled wine
- 18. Herring are known for their high content of ________.
A) Calcium
B) Vitamin C
C) Omega-3 fatty acids
D) Iron
- 19. What is the method used for catching herring in commercial fisheries?
A) Trap fishing
B) Purse seining
C) Hook and line
D) Trawling
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