Why do Fish School?

What is the primary difference between schools and shoals of fish?

• Schools are highly coordinated, unlike shoals.

• Schools are less organized than shoals.

• Schools are smaller groups than shoals.

• Shoals are found only in freshwater environments.

Why do fish in schools have lower metabolic rates?

• Due to warmer water temperatures.

• Because they consume more food.

• Due to reduced stress and energy conservation.

• Because they swim faster.

How do schooling fish increase their endurance while swimming?

• By consuming energy-rich foods.

• By adjusting their swimming patterns to conserve energy.

• By constantly changing leaders.

• By swimming in warmer waters.

What role does fluid dynamics play in the schooling of fish?

• It helps fish maintain a constant body temperature.

• It is irrelevant to how fish school.

• It allows fish to swim faster by reducing water resistance.

• It helps fish communicate underwater.

What innovative method did scientists use to study fish schooling in 2020?

• GPS tracking devices

• Underwater cameras

• Robotic fish

• 3D modeling software