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