Swimmer Birds Quiz

What are some adaptations that help birds to swim?

• Sharp beaks

• Heavy bodies

• Spiked feathers

• Webbed feet, waterproof feathers, and streamlined bodies

Which of the following is not a type of swimmer bird?

• Duck

• Penguin

• Ostrich

• Eagle

Why is conservation important for swimmer birds?

• Using more pesticides

• Building more roads

• Cutting down forests

• Conservation of their aquatic habitats

Which bird is known for its long-distance oceanic flights?

• Penguin

• Ostrich

• Sparrow

• Albatross

What is the function of a bird's preen gland in relation to swimming?

• It produces oil to waterproof the feathers

• It provides insulation to keep the bird warm in the water

• It allows the bird to see better underwater

• It helps the bird to breathe underwater

Which of the following birds is known for its diving ability?

• Ostrich

• Penguin

• Parrot

• Sparrow

What is the main threat to the conservation of swimmer birds?

• Habitat loss and degradation

• Excessive hunting of swimmer birds

• Overpopulation of swimmer birds

• Climate change

Which type of swimmer bird is known for its ability to fly underwater?

• seagull

• flamingo

• penguin

• ostrich

What is the purpose of the 'Migratory Bird Treaty Act' in relation to swimmer birds?

• To encourage hunting of swimmer birds

• To provide swimmer birds with a safe habitat

• To protect swimmer birds by making it illegal to harm or disturb them without a valid permit

• To promote the use of swimmer birds in entertainment

Which of the following is a critically endangered swimmer bird species?

• Amazonian anaconda

• Madagascar pochard

• Australian kangaroo

• Siberian tiger