Fish Not A Fish

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Fish Not A Fish - Quiz

I give you the name of an animal that lives in or near the sea. You tell me whether it is technically a fish or not.


Questions and Answers
  • 1. 

    Narwhal

    • A.

      Fish

    • B.

      Not a Fish

    Correct Answer
    B. Not a Fish
    Explanation
    Marine Mammal

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  • 2. 

    Sea Horse

    • A.

      Fish

    • B.

      Not a Fish

    Correct Answer
    A. Fish
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Fish because a seahorse is classified as a fish. Although it has a unique appearance and behavior compared to other fish, it possesses all the characteristics that define a fish, such as gills, fins, and a streamlined body. Seahorses also lay eggs and swim using their dorsal fin, further confirming their classification as fish.

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  • 3. 

    Mahi-Mahi

    • A.

      Fish

    • B.

      Not a Fish

    Correct Answer
    A. Fish
  • 4. 

    Jellyfish

    • A.

      Fish

    • B.

      Not a Fish

    Correct Answer
    B. Not a Fish
    Explanation
    It's a cindaria.

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  • 5. 

    Eel

    • A.

      Fish

    • B.

      Not a Fish

    Correct Answer
    A. Fish
    Explanation
    Eels are a type of fish, so the correct answer is "Fish".

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  • 6. 

    Manta Ray

    • A.

      Fish

    • B.

      Not a Fish

    Correct Answer
    A. Fish
    Explanation
    The given correct answer is "Fish" because a manta ray is indeed a type of fish. Despite its large size and unique appearance, it belongs to the same group as other fish species. Manta rays have cartilaginous skeletons, gills for respiration, and swim by flapping their pectoral fins, which are characteristics of fish.

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  • 7. 

    Squid

    • A.

      Fish

    • B.

      Not a Fish

    Correct Answer
    B. Not a Fish
    Explanation
    The given answer "Not a Fish" suggests that a squid is not classified as a fish. While both squids and fish are aquatic creatures, they belong to different taxonomic groups. Squids are part of the mollusk family, specifically the cephalopod class, which includes creatures like octopuses and cuttlefish. Fish, on the other hand, belong to the class Pisces. Therefore, a squid is not considered a fish.

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  • 8. 

    Whale Shark

    • A.

      Fish

    • B.

      Not a Fish

    Correct Answer
    A. Fish
    Explanation
    The given answer is "Fish". This is because the question asks whether the Whale Shark is a fish or not. The Whale Shark is indeed a fish, despite its large size and shark-like appearance. It is the largest fish species in the world, belonging to the group of cartilaginous fishes known as sharks. Therefore, the correct answer is "Fish".

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  • 9. 

    Starfish

    • A.

      Fish

    • B.

      Not a Fish

    Correct Answer
    B. Not a Fish
    Explanation
    echinoderm

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  • 10. 

    Oyster

    • A.

      Fish

    • B.

      Not a Fish

    Correct Answer
    B. Not a Fish
    Explanation
    bivalve mollusc

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