Whales and Seaweed Quiz

What is the playful behavior of whales with seaweed called?

• Kelping

• Whale rolling

• Kelp diving

• Seaweed surfing

Which type of whale is most commonly seen playing with seaweed?

• Humpback whale

• Orca

• Blue whale

• Gray whale

What do whales use seaweed for besides play?

• To hide from predators

• To build nests

• To scratch itches

• To catch fish

What is one reason whales might play with kelp?

• To remove parasites

• To keep warm

• To scare other fish

• To find food

Where have kelping behaviors been documented?

• Australia

• Africa

• Asia

• Europe

What do researchers use to study whale behavior from above?

• Boats

• Drones

• Submarines

• Cameras

What do whales balance on their heads during kelping?

• Coral

• Shells

• Seaweed

• Fish

What is one benefit of playing with seaweed for whales?

• It helps them find mates

• It makes them bigger

• It boosts their coordination

• It helps them swim faster

What do researchers say about the health of whales when they play?

• They are in good health

• They are hungry

• They are sick

• They are stressed

What do some seaweed species help reduce for whales?

• Hunger

• Speed

• Bacterial growth

• Weight