Penguin Facts Quiz

Where do penguins naturally live?

• Only in zoos

• Southern Hemisphere

• Both Hemispheres

• Northern Hemisphere

What is the primary reason penguins are excellent swimmers?

• They have webbed feet

• They have lightweight bodies

• Their wings have evolved into flippers

• They have a streamlined shape

Besides fish, what else do penguins eat?

• Only fish

• Insects and plants

• Krill, squid, and crustaceans

• Small mammals

How do penguins grip their slippery prey?

• With sharp teeth

• With backward-facing spines in their mouths

• With their claws

• With their beaks

What is the purpose of a penguin's black and white plumage?

• For camouflage in water

• To regulate body temperature

• To scare predators

• To attract mates

How do penguins manage to stay warm in cold environments?

• By basking in the sun

• By having a thick layer of feathers

• By migrating to warmer areas

• By huddling together

What is the function of the penguin's heat exchange system?

• To reduce heat loss

• To improve digestion

• To cool down their bodies

• To help them swim faster

From which extinct bird did penguins get their name?

• Passenger pigeon

• Moa

• Great auk

• Dodo

How many species of penguins are there approximately?

• 10

• 5

• 18

• 25

Which is the largest species of penguin?

• King penguin

• Emperor penguin

• Chinstrap penguin

• Adelie penguin