Marine Reptiles and Birds

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of marine reptiles?

• They are ectothermic.

• They all have flippers for swimming.

• Many species lay their eggs on land.

• They can often be found in both saltwater and freshwater environments.

What type of habitat is primarily occupied by marine iguanas?

• Tropical rainforests

• Mangrove swamps

• Coral reefs

• Arctic seas

Which of the following is a significant conservation issue facing marine reptiles?

• Over-pollination

• Habitat destruction

• Excessive rainfall

• Overfishing by other marine reptiles

What is a unique characteristic of marine birds compared to other birds?

• They can fly.

• They have beaks.

• They have waterproof feathers.

• They lay eggs.

Which habitat is NOT typically associated with marine birds?

• Open oceans

• Coastal areas

• Deserts

• Wetlands

A major threat to marine birds' conservation is:

• Noise pollution

• Plastic pollution

• Light pollution

• Thermal pollution

Which order do sea turtles belong to?

• Squamata

• Testudines

• Crocodilia

• Sphenodontia

Penguins belong to which bird order?

• Charadriiformes

• Sphenisciformes

• Procellariiformes

• Pelecaniformes

Which of the following adaptations is NOT found in marine reptiles?

• Salt glands to excrete salt

• Gills for underwater breathing

• Streamlined bodies for swimming

• Ability to regulate body temperature in cold water

The primary reason for the decline in seabird populations globally is:

• Global warming

• Invasive species on breeding islands

• Decrease in fish stocks

• All of the above