Ocean Animals

Dolphins live in groups called ___________.

• families

• schools

• pods

• nests

Which animal does NOT live in the ocean?

• blue whale

• sea horse

• goldfish

• walrus

Why do walruses have a thick layer of fat?

• to keep them warm

• to help protect them from predators

• to help them find food

• to look beautiful

Which 2 animals can change the color of their skin?

• manta ray

• walrus

• sea horse

• octopus

Why does the octopus shoot black ink into the water?

• to catch food

• to hide and escape from danger

• to help it swim

• to find a mate

Which animal has the male carry the eggs?

• sea horse

• hammerhead shark

• manta ray

• octopus

Which kind of turtle is the biggest turtle in the world?

• box turtle

• snapping turtle

• red eared slider

• leatherback turtle

Which ocean animal is the largest mammal on earth?

• blue whale

• great white shark

• hammerhead shark

• sea horse

Why are some ocean animals endangered?

• pollution and exotic animal trade

• hunting and gathering

• the ocean is disappearing

• hunting and pollution

Which ocean is located around Long Island?

• Pacific Ocean

• Atlantic Ocean

• Indian Ocean

• Arctic Ocean