Chesapeake Bay Oysters Quiz

What is one of the most important roles of Chesapeake Bay oysters in their ecosystem?

• They provide food for sharks.

• They act as natural water filters.

• They produce pearls.

• They change the color of the water.

How much water can a single Chesapeake Bay oyster filter in a day?

• 10 gallons

• 20 gallons

• 50 gallons

• 100 gallons

What do oyster reefs help to create?

• New islands

• Coral reefs

• Habitat for marine creatures

• Sand dunes

What is the term used for young oysters?

• Fry

• Spat

• Larvae

• Nymphs

What do oysters attach to as they grow?

• Seaweed

• Old oyster shells or rocks

• Sand

• Coral

How do oysters help protect the shoreline?

• By building sand dunes

• By breaking up waves

• By creating coral reefs

• By attracting fish

What is one benefit of oysters filtering water?

• It makes the water warmer.

• It keeps the water clear and clean.

• It changes the water's color.

• It increases the water's saltiness.

Why is it important to protect Chesapeake Bay oysters?

• They are a rare species.

• They are vital to the health of their environment.

• They are used in jewelry.

• They are a tourist attraction.

What natural feature do oyster reefs help to protect?

• Mountains

• Forests

• Shorelines

• Deserts

What happens to oysters after they attach to a surface?

• They stop growing.

• They begin to grow their own shells.

• They change color.

• They move to another location.