Dolphin Behavior and Ecology

The video tutorial explores dolphins, highlighting their characteristics as mammals, social behavior, dietary habits, and intelligence. It discusses their role in the ecosystem and the threats they face due to human activities. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of dolphins in maintaining ecological balance and encourages conservation efforts.

What characteristic makes dolphins similar to humans?

• They have scales.

• They breathe air.

• They lay eggs.

• They are cold-blooded.

What is a group of dolphins called?

• A flock

• A herd

• A pod

• A school

Why do dolphins form super pods?

• During mating season or when prey is abundant

• To escape predators

• To migrate to warmer waters

• To find new habitats

What do dolphins primarily eat?

• Fish, krill, and squid

• Seaweed

• Seals

• Coral

How do dolphins use their teeth besides eating?

• To build nests

• To swim faster

• To establish dominance

• To dig for food

What is echolocation used for by dolphins?

• To find mates

• To communicate with humans

• To play games

• To navigate and hunt

How do dolphins get the water they need?

• From the fish they eat

• By drinking seawater

• By breathing it in

• By absorbing it through their skin

Why are dolphins important to the environment?

• They help control fish populations

• They clean the ocean

• They provide food for humans

• They build coral reefs

What is a major threat to dolphins caused by humans?

• Air pollution

• Deforestation

• Global warming

• Overfishing

What happens to dolphins during large-scale fishing?

• They get caught in nets

• They stop eating

• They migrate to other areas

• They become more aggressive