General Species
What are three main causes of endangerment
Habitat Loss, Poaching, Climate Change
What is the name of the organization that works on protecting endangered animals?
Hint: WWF
The World Wildlife Fund (WWF)
Which endangered animal known for its black and white stripes is found in Africa and Asia?
Zebra (Grevy's Zebra)
What is most responsible for the loss of natural habitats?
Deforestation
Which large animal known for its trunk is mostly found in Africa and Asia?
What large cat is endangered in Asia due to habitat loss?
The Bengal Tiger
What is the purpose of captive breeding programs in zoos of endangered species?
To increase endangered animal population to reintroduce them to the wild preventing extinction
Which bird from New Zealand is a symbol of the country's wildlife conservation? This bird is flightless.
The Kiwi
How does illegal hunting/poaching contribute to endangerment?
Declines population and disrupts ecosystems
Which species is endangered and primarily found in forests of China?
The Giant Panda
What is one of the most endangered marine species? (Known for long migration)
Leatherback sea turtle
What is the role of National Parks in protecting endangered species?
Provide safe protected environment for endangered species to reproduce and thrive without poaching and habitat destruction
Which big cat found in the mountains of South Asia and Nepal is endagered?
Snow Leopard
How does climate change threaten polar bears?
Melts sea ice which is vital for polar bears hunting and reproduction
Which species of whale is endangered and due to hunting and ship strikes?
The Blue Whale
What is the main cause of decline of a population in small porpoise (Vaquita) by the Gulf of California?
Illegal fishing nets
What program focuses on reintroducing captive-bred species to habitats?
Hint: SSP
Species Survival Plan Program
Which amphibian species in the mountains of Ecudor is known for its vibrant colors?
Poison Dart Frog
What is "ByCatch"?
Accidental capture of non-target species which can lead to injury or death
What animal found in the mountains of Rwanda and Uganda is endangered?
Mountain Gorillas
What species of Rhinoceros is critically endangered in the wild of Kenya and Tanzania?
The Black Rhinoceros
Which USA national park has increased endangered animal species the most?
Yellowstone National Park
Which critically endangered bird species native to the Galapagos Islands is known for its blue feet?
Blue-Footed Booby
How does ocean acidification impact marine life?
Causes issues for animals with hard shells and skeletons to live and makes it hard for corals to form
What big cat animal, mainly found in Russia and China is going extinct due to habitat loss?
Amur Leopard