Beluga Whales and Their Habitat

In Churchill, beluga whales are a major attraction, with thousands gathering in the Churchill River. Polar bears attempt to hunt these whales, but the task is challenging due to the belugas' speed and size. While a washed-up carcass would be ideal for the bears, they often have to continue their search for food.

What is the main attraction in Churchill during the summer?

• Polar bears

• Beluga whales

• Capelin fish

• Hudson Bay

Approximately how many beluga whales live in Hudson Bay?

• 10,000

• 20,000

• 100,000

• 50,000

What is Big Bear's main challenge when hunting beluga whales?

• The belugas are too fast

• The belugas are too aggressive

• The belugas are too small

• The belugas are too deep in the water

How fast can beluga whales swim compared to polar bears?

• Half as fast

• The same speed

• Twice as fast

• Three times as fast

What percentage of a beluga whale's body mass is blubber?

• 50%

• 40%

• 30%

• 20%

How much food can a single beluga whale carcass provide?

• 600 pounds

• 800 pounds

• 1,200 pounds

• 1,000 pounds

What does Big Bear do after failing to find a beluga carcass?

• He hunts capelin fish

• He continues his search

• He gives up hunting

• He returns to his den