The Irrawaddy Dolphin
  • 1. What is the scientific name of the Irrawaddy dolphin?
A) Grampus griseus
B) Tursiops truncatus
C) Delphinus delphis
D) Orcaella brevirostris
  • 2. How does the Irrawaddy dolphin typically communicate?
A) Clicks and whistles
B) Using body language only
C) Through visual signals
D) By echolocation only
  • 3. What is the IUCN conservation status of the Irrawaddy dolphin?
A) Critically Endangered
B) Endangered
C) Least Concern
D) Vulnerable
  • 4. What is the diet of the Irrawaddy dolphin mainly composed of?
A) Seaweeds
B) Fish and crustaceans
C) Plankton
D) Sharks
  • 5. How do Irrawaddy dolphins often behave when surfacing?
A) They jump high out of the water.
B) They often exhibit a unique rolling motion.
C) They glide on the surface.
D) They stay submerged for long periods.
  • 6. What distinguishes Irrawaddy dolphins from other dolphin species?
A) Their large dorsal fin.
B) Their rounded forehead and lack of beak.
C) Their strong jump ability.
D) Their size and weight.
  • 7. Which of the following is a conservation effort for Irrawaddy dolphins?
A) Reducing marine traffic.
B) Increased fishing quotas.
C) Banning all types of fishing.
D) Establishing protected areas.
  • 8. What kind of waters are seen as critical for Irrawaddy dolphin conservation?
A) High salinity waters.
B) Shallow freshwater and brackish waters.
C) Cold Arctic waters.
D) Deep ocean waters.
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