Humpback Whale Facts and Conservation

The video explores the fascinating world of humpback whales, detailing their physical characteristics, internal anatomy, migration patterns, feeding techniques, communication methods, and social behavior. It highlights the conservation efforts in place to protect these gentle giants from threats like entanglement, ship strikes, and climate change. The video concludes with a call to action to protect the oceans and ensure the survival of humpback whales for future generations.

What is the scientific name of humpback whales?

• Eubalaena australis

• Orcinus orca

• Megaptera novaeangliae

• Balaenoptera musculus

Which feature helps scientists identify individual humpback whales?

• Their flukes

• Their dorsal fins

• Their pectoral fins

• Their vocalizations

What do humpback whales use to filter their food?

• Tongue

• Teeth

• Gills

• Baleen plates

What is the primary diet of humpback whales?

• Plankton

• Krill and small fish

• Seaweed

• Squid

Which feeding technique involves creating a spiral of bubbles?

• Surface skimming

• Bubble net feeding

• Lunge feeding

• Filter feeding

What is the purpose of humpback whale songs?

• To mark territory

• To navigate through the ocean

• To communicate and attract mates

• To scare predators

How long is the pregnancy period for a humpback whale?

• 18 months

• 12 months

• 9 months

• 6 months

What is a major threat to humpback whales today?

• Noise pollution

• Entanglement in fishing gear

• Pollution

• Overfishing

Which of the following is a conservation effort for humpback whales?

• Marine protected areas

• Reducing krill populations

• Increased whaling

• Building more ships

Why is it important to protect humpback whales?

• They are a tourist attraction

• They help maintain marine ecosystems

• They are a source of food

• They are the largest animals on Earth