Science Kids: Sea Lions and Seals

What is a key physical difference between sea lions and seals?

• Sea lions have larger front flippers.

• Seals have external ear flaps.

• Sea lions are generally smaller than seals.

• Seals can rotate their back fins forward.

How do sea lions differ from seals in terms of social behavior?

• Seals are more social and live in large groups.

• Sea lions are more social and often perform tricks.

• Sea lions are solitary creatures.

• Seals are known for their loud vocalizations.

How do sea lions' ears differ from those of seals?

• Sea lions have small ear flaps.

• Seals have large ear flaps.

• Seals have visible ear holes.

• Sea lions have no external ears.

What unique feature helps sea lions cool off in warm water?

• Their social behavior.

• Their thick blubber layer.

• Their hairless front flippers.

• Their ability to dive deep.

Where can you commonly find California sea lions?

• North Atlantic Ocean

• Pacific Coast of North America

• Arctic Ocean

• Indian Ocean

Which of the following is true about seals' diving capabilities?

• Seals need to surface every 5 minutes.

• Seals cannot slow their heart rate underwater.

• Seals can stay submerged for over an hour.

• Seals can only dive up to 100 feet.

What adaptation allows seals to conserve oxygen while diving?

• Social behavior.

• Thick fur coat.

• Ability to slow heart rate.

• Large body size.

What is a common characteristic of harbor seals?

• They have external ear flaps.

• They live in large colonies.

• They are found only in the Southern Hemisphere.

• They often rest in a 'banana pose'.

What is a major threat to seals in today's world?

• Getting caught in fishing nets.

• Lack of food in the ocean.

• Overpopulation in their habitats.

• Predation by sea lions.

What is one way people can help protect seals?

• Feed them in the wild.

• Hunt them for their blubber.

• Develop more coastal areas.

• Keep beaches clean from trash.