Whales Playing with Seaweed Quiz

What is the term used to describe whales playing with seaweed, as mentioned in the article?

• Whaling

• Kelping

• Seaweeding

• Aquaplay

According to the article, how many examples of whales playing with seaweed have been collected on social media?

• Over 50 examples

• Over 100 examples

• Over 150 examples

• Over 200 examples

Which of the following species is NOT mentioned as participating in 'kelping'?

• Gray whales

• Southern right whales

• Blue whales

• Humpback whales

What year was the study conducted in New South Wales that described whale interactions as playful behaviour?

• 2009

• 2010

• 2011

• 2012

What is a potential useful component of whales playing with seaweed, as suggested by the new research?

• Using the seaweed to communicate

• Using the seaweed to attract mates

• Using the seaweed to scratch an itch or flick away parasites

• Using the seaweed to build shelters

Where do sightings of whales playing with kelp usually occur?

• In regions where kelp is scarce

• In regions where kelp is abundant

• Only in coastal areas

• In open oceans far from shore

Which species of whale is most commonly seen engaging in kelp play in videos and photos?

• Blue whales

• Gray whales

• Humpback whales

• Orca whales

Why are humpback whales often seen by beach goers and whale-watching boats?

• They tend to migrate closer to shore and are more active at the surface

• They are attracted to the sounds of boats

• They come to shore to rest

• They are less common than other baleen whales

In which countries has kelp play by whales been documented?

• Australia, the United States, and Canada

• Japan, Russia, and Norway

• South Africa, Argentina, and Mexico

• Iceland, New Zealand, and Brazil

How long can whales play with or use kelp according to drone videos?

• Up to 15 minutes

• Up to 30 minutes

• Up to 45 minutes

• Up to an hour