Pinniped Characteristics and Behavior

The video explains the similarities and differences between seals and sea lions, both of which are marine mammals known as pinnipeds. Pinnipeds include seals, sea lions, and walruses, characterized by their fin-like flippers. The video highlights that sea lions have visible ear flaps and can walk on land using their strong front flippers, while seals lack visible ear flaps and move by wriggling on their bellies. Sea lions are more social and vocal, whereas seals are quieter and more solitary. Both animals are warm-blooded, have fur-covered bodies, and give birth to young that are nursed with milk.

What does the term 'pinniped' refer to?

• A kind of reptile

• A species of bird

• A group of marine mammals

• A type of fish

Which feature distinguishes sea lions from seals?

• Sea lions cannot walk on land

• Sea lions have visible ear flaps

• Sea lions are smaller in size

• Sea lions have no fur

How do seals typically move on land?

• By wriggling on their bellies

• By sliding on their backs

• By walking on their flippers

• By hopping

Which of the following is true about sea lions?

• They do not have fur

• They are more social and noisy

• They are quieter than seals

• They are generally solitary

What common trait do seals and sea lions share as mammals?

• They give birth to live young

• They are cold-blooded

• They have scales

• They lay eggs