Sea Lions – the Eared Seals

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1. Sea lions and seals may look alike but they have a few physical differences. Which of the following is NOT one of them? Sea lions have tusks while seals do not. Sea lions can rotate their back flippers while seals can't. Sea lions have external ear flaps while seals do not. The flippers of sea lions are only partially covered with fur while those of seals are completely covered.

2. Sea lions use their whiskers to find their way in the darker areas of the ocean. True False

3. Which of the following is the largest type of sea lion? California sea lion New Zealand sea lion Australian sea lion Steller sea lion

4. What is a group of sea lions in water called? A herd A harem A pride A raft

5. Male Steller sea lions do not eat during the breeding season. True False

6. What is the dense coat of hair covering newborn pups called? Blubber Underfur Bristles Lanugo

7. Stones of various sizes have been found in the stomachs of different species of sea lions. Which is NOT one of the theories regarding their presence? The stones help to stop irritation from intestinal parasites. The stones assist in digestion. The stones help to retain water in the body. The stones help to add extra weight for ballast.

8. The California sea lions are the only mammals whose milk does not contain lactose. True False

9. Which of the following diseases is NOT found in any type of sea lions? Cancer Nocardiosis Leptospirosis Hepatitis

10. Which species of sea lion is now extinct? California sea lion New Zealand sea lion Steller sea lion Japanese sea lion