The Patagonian Toothfish
  • 1. What is the scientific name of the Patagonian Toothfish?
A) Dissostichus spp.
B) Dissostichus eleginoides
C) Dissostichus mawsoni
D) Dissostichus gigas
  • 2. Where is the Patagonian Toothfish primarily found?
A) Indian Ocean
B) Atlantic Ocean
C) Southern Ocean
D) Arctic Ocean
  • 3. What is the primary diet of the Patagonian Toothfish?
A) Other fish and squid
B) Seaweed
C) Plankton
D) Shrimp
  • 4. What is a major threat to Patagonian Toothfish populations?
A) Habitat loss
B) Climate change
C) Pollution
D) Illegal fishing
  • 5. Which organization regulates the fishing of Patagonian Toothfish?
A) NOAA
B) CCAMLR
C) IUCN
D) FAO
  • 6. What is the typical lifespan of a Patagonian Toothfish?
A) 10 years
B) 15 years
C) 25 years
D) Up to 50 years
  • 7. What type of ecosystem does the Patagonian Toothfish inhabit?
A) Warm coastal waters
B) Freshwater lakes
C) Cold ocean waters
D) Coral reefs
  • 8. How do Patagonian Toothfish reproduce?
A) Spawning in deep water
B) Asexual reproduction
C) Live bearing
D) Filtering of eggs
  • 9. Why is the Patagonian Toothfish considered a delicacy?
A) Color
B) Low fat content
C) Flavor and texture
D) Rarity
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