Exploration and Conservation of Marine Life

The podcast features Enrique Sala, a National Geographic Explorer, discussing his experiences with marine life, including rockhopper penguins and sea lions. He shares his journey from academia to ocean conservation, highlighting the threats to marine ecosystems such as overfishing, climate change, and pollution. Sala emphasizes the importance of Marine Protected Areas and the resilience of marine life. He also discusses the reproductive behavior of groupers and offers practical advice for individuals to help protect the ocean.

What unexpected behavior did Enrique Sala observe in rockhopper penguins?

• They were flying.

• They were building nests.

• They were jumping and zigzagging.

• They were singing.

What inspired Enrique Sala's passion for the ocean?

• Attending a marine biology conference.

• Reading marine biology books.

• Watching Jacques Cousteau's TV show.

• Visiting an aquarium.

What was Enrique Sala's profession before he focused on marine conservation?

• Marine biologist at a zoo.

• Environmental lawyer.

• Underwater photographer.

• Professor of marine ecology.

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a major threat to the ocean?

• Plastic pollution

• Deforestation

• Ocean warming

• Overfishing

What percentage of the ocean is currently in no-take areas?

• Less than 3%

• About 10%

• More than 20%

• Exactly 5%

What is the goal for ocean protection by 2030?

• 50% of the ocean

• 20% of the ocean

• 10% of the ocean

• 30% of the ocean

What is a key benefit of marine protected areas according to Enrique Sala?

• They increase tourism.

• They reduce ocean temperatures.

• They allow for more fishing.

• They help regenerate marine life.

What type of environments does Enrique Sala emphasize protecting?

• Only tropical coral reefs

• Only cold water environments

• Both tropical and cold water environments

• Only freshwater lakes

What simple action can individuals take to help protect the ocean?

• Use more plastic products.

• Fish more frequently.

• Eat more plants and fewer animals.

• Travel more by airplane.

What is the significance of parrotfish in coral reef recovery?

• They eat coral.

• They clean the reef by grazing on seaweed.

• They scare away predators.

• They build coral structures.