Whales Playing with Seaweed Quiz

What is the term used to describe whales playing with seaweed?

• Swimming

• Kelping

• Diving

• Surfacing

According to the 2011 study in New South Wales, how did researchers describe whale interactions with seaweed?

• Aggressive behavior

• Mating rituals

• Playful behavior

• Hunting technique

Which species have been observed engaging in "kelping"?

• Gray whales only

• Southern right whales only

• Humpback whales only

• Multiple species including gray whales, southern and northern right whales, and humpback whales

What is one of the potential useful components of whales playing with seaweed as mentioned in the article?

• Finding food

• Navigating

• Scratching an itch or flicking away whale lice

• Attracting mates

Where do sightings of whales playing with kelp usually occur?

• In regions where kelp is scarce

• In regions where kelp is abundant

• Only in shallow waters

• Only in deep ocean waters

Which species of whale is most commonly seen engaging in kelp play according to the text?

• Blue whales

• Gray whales

• Humpback whales

• Orca whales

Why is kelp play more often documented in Australia, the United States, and Canada?

• Because kelp is only found in these regions

• Because these regions have a larger number of whales

• Because these regions have a larger number of people observing and sharing on social media

• Because drones are only used in these regions

For how long can whales play with or use kelp according to the drone videos mentioned?

• For a few seconds

• For up to 30 minutes

• For up to an hour

• For several hours

What is one of the long-term benefits of kelping for whales?

• It helps in their hunting skills.

• It boosts their coordination and movement skills.

• It increases their swimming speed.

• It enhances their ability to sleep underwater.

According to the text, what criteria must a behavior meet to be considered play?

• It must be voluntary, enjoyable, and show signs of stress.

• It must be involuntary, repetitive, and show signs of hunger.

• It must be voluntary, enjoyable, and different from serious behaviors.

• It must be repetitive, exaggerated, and show signs of stress.