Marine Mammals Test

Front

What is a characteristic that is NOT found in mammals?

Back

Laying eggs

Front

What does the term 'viviparous' mean?

Back

Live birth

Front

Which marine mammal uses tools to crack open food and has no blubber?

Back

Sea Otter

Front

Which marine animal can dive the deepest?

Back

Cuvier’s beaked whale

Front

True or False: Convergent evolution explains the similarities between seals and whales.

Back

True

Front

What are the four main characteristics of mammals?

Back

1. Warm-blooded 2. Laying live young 3. Nursing young 4. Breathing air

Front

What is the primary diet of a sea otter?

Back

Sea urchins, crabs, and other marine invertebrates.

Front

What adaptation allows marine mammals to hold their breath for long periods?

Back

Increased myoglobin in muscles and efficient oxygen use.

Front

What is the primary difference between seals and sea lions?

Back

Seals lack external ear flaps, while sea lions have them.

Front

What is the term for mammals that primarily live in water?

Back

Marine mammals