Whales and Their Playful Behavior with Seaweed

What is the term used for whales playing with seaweed?

• Kelp diving

• Whale dancing

• Kelping

• Seaweed surfing

Which species of whales are known to engage in kelping?

• Only southern right whales

• Only gray whales

• Only humpback whales

• Gray, right, and humpback whales

What is one possible reason whales play with kelp?

• To escape predators

• To find food

• To scratch an itch

• To attract other whales

Where have instances of kelping been documented?

• In Europe and Asia

• Only in Australia

• Only in the US

• In Australia, the US, and Canada

What do researchers use to study whale behavior more effectively?

• Boats

• Drones

• Scuba gear

• Underwater cameras

What do whales balance on their rostrum during kelping?

• Fish

• Seaweed

• Jellyfish

• Coral

What is one benefit of play for animals, including whales?

• It helps them sleep

• It boosts their coordination

• It makes them faster

• It helps them find food

What might some seaweed species help reduce for whales?

• Hunger

• Weight

• Bacterial growth

• Stress

What do whales do to rid themselves of parasites?

• Jump out of the water

• Rub against rocks

• Swim faster

• Play with seaweed

What is a common behavior of humpback whales during migration?

• Playing with seaweed

• Diving deep

• Hiding from boats

• Singing