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What is the scientific name of the Black-throated Loon?
Gavia arctica
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How does the streamlined body of the Black-throated Loon benefit its swimming ability?
It reduces drag and allows the loon to move through the water more easily
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What role do the webbed feet of the Black-throated Loon play in its movement?
They act like paddles, helping the loon to swim and dive
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What is the scientific name of the Ringed Seal?
Pusa
hispida
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What is the purpose of the thick blubber in Ringed Seals?
It helps the seal to stay warm in cold water
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Why is the ability to hold breath for extended periods important for Ringed Seals?
It allows the seal to stay
underwater
for
long
periods of time, useful for
hunting
and avoiding
predators
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What are the adaptations of the Black-throated Loon for swimming?
Streamlined body
reduces
drag
Webbed feet
act like paddles for swimming and diving
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What are the adaptations of the Ringed Seal for survival in cold water?
Thick
blubber
for
insulation
Ability to hold breath for
extended
periods
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