Marine Life Knowledge Assessment

The video is a guided tour of the Scott Aquarium at Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo, highlighting its unique features and exhibits. The tour covers various sections, including the touch tank, open oceans, penguin and polar bird exhibits, Pacific waters, kelp forest, tropical beaches, shark reef, ocean drifters, eel reef, scuba reef, and Amazon River exhibits. The video concludes with a preview of future content, inviting viewers to explore more of the zoo's attractions.

What makes the Scott Aquarium at Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo stand out among other zoos in the U.S.?

• It is the oldest zoo in the country.

• It has the largest collection of reptiles.

• It has the most extensive bird sanctuary.

• It features a major marine life attraction.

What unique experience does the touch tank at the Scott Aquarium offer?

• Feeding the sharks

• Petting a chain dogfish

• Diving with sea turtles

• Swimming with dolphins

How do puffins differ from penguins despite their similar appearance?

• Puffins can fly both in the air and underwater.

• Puffins live in the Arctic, while penguins live in the Antarctic.

• Puffins are mammals, not birds.

• Puffins are larger than penguins.

What is the purpose of the supraorbital gland in penguins?

• To filter salt from their bloodstream

• To improve their vision underwater

• To help them fly

• To keep them warm

Which fish in the predatory tank can swell its body as a defense mechanism?

• Great white shark

• Hammerhead shark

• Swell shark

• Tiger shark

What feature of the tropical beach exhibit makes it vibrant?

• A collection of rare shells

• A variety of sea turtles

• A wave machine

• A large coral reef

What is unique about the shark reef at the Scott Aquarium?

• It is the deepest tank in the world.

• It features a walk-through tunnel.

• It has the largest collection of hammerhead sharks.

• It is home to the only albino shark.

Which animal in the ocean drifters section is known for its ability to silence crowds?

• Sea turtles

• Jellies

• Dolphins

• Seahorses

What is the primary focus of the Caribbean reef tank?

• Dolphin training

• Turtle breeding

• Shark conservation

• Coral reef conservation

What creature can be found in the Amazon river section of the aquarium?

• Penguins

• Great white shark

• Piranhas

• Sea lions