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What type of animal is an orca?
What type of animal is an orca?
- Reptile
- Fish
- Amphibian
- Mammal (correct)
What is the main way orcas communicate?
What is the main way orcas communicate?
- Through vocalizations (correct)
- Through physical contact
- Through visual cues
- Through chemical signals
How do orcas sleep?
How do orcas sleep?
- By allowing their entire brain to sleep
- By allowing their entire body to sleep
- By allowing only one half of their brain to sleep (correct)
- By allowing only one half of their body to sleep
Study Notes
- Orcas are marine mammals and are closely related to dolphins.
- Orcas are generalist predators and eat a variety of prey, but some orcas specialize on specific prey.
- Orcas sleep in a way that is very different to humans. They have a breathing reflex and remain conscious even when they sleep, and only allow one half of their brain to sleep at a time.
- Orcas communicate using vocalizations, calls, and body language.
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Test your knowledge about orcas, the fascinating marine mammals closely related to dolphins. Learn about their hunting behavior, unique sleeping habits, and methods of communication.
