Pinniped Adaptations in Aquatic Environments

Which of the following adaptations helps pinnipeds maintain buoyancy in water?

• Thick fur

• Blubber

• Sharp claws

• Long whiskers

How do pinnipeds primarily propel themselves through water?

• Using their tails

• Using their flippers

• By undulating their bodies

• By paddling with their hind limbs

What adaptation allows pinnipeds to conserve oxygen while diving?

• Large lungs

• Ability to slow their heart rate

• Thick blubber

• Sharp teeth

Which sensory adaptation is crucial for pinnipeds to detect prey in murky waters?

• Acute vision

• Sensitive whiskers

• Strong sense of smell

• Echolocation

Pinnipeds have a streamlined body shape. What is the primary benefit of this adaptation?

• Enhanced camouflage

• Increased speed and efficiency in swimming

• Better heat retention

• Improved balance on land