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The Plight of the Endangered: A Quiz on Vanishing Species

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Which of these species is critically endangered, with a population of less than 1,000 individuals remaining in the wild?

  1. African Elephant

  2. Giant Panda

  3. Javan Rhinoceros

  4. Snow Leopard


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Javan Rhinoceros is one of the most critically endangered species in the world, with only around 60 individuals remaining in the wild, all confined to a single national park in Indonesia.

What is the primary cause of the decline of the Sumatran Tiger?

  1. Habitat Loss

  2. Poaching

  3. Climate Change

  4. Disease


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Habitat loss due to deforestation and conversion of natural forests to agricultural land is the primary cause of the decline of the Sumatran Tiger.

Which of these species is not considered to be endangered?

  1. Blue Whale

  2. Green Sea Turtle

  3. Bottlenose Dolphin

  4. Orangutan


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Bottlenose Dolphin is not considered to be endangered, although some populations may be threatened by habitat loss and pollution.

What is the main threat to the survival of the Mountain Gorilla?

  1. Habitat Loss

  2. Poaching

  3. Disease

  4. Climate Change


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Habitat loss due to deforestation and conversion of natural forests to agricultural land is the main threat to the survival of the Mountain Gorilla.

Which of these species is known for its long migrations and is threatened by climate change?

  1. Monarch Butterfly

  2. Arctic Tern

  3. Leatherback Sea Turtle

  4. African Elephant


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Arctic Tern is known for its long migrations, traveling from the Arctic to the Antarctic and back each year. Climate change is threatening its migration routes and breeding grounds.

What is the primary cause of the decline of the Black Rhino?

  1. Habitat Loss

  2. Poaching

  3. Disease

  4. Climate Change


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Poaching for its horn is the primary cause of the decline of the Black Rhino.

Which of these species is not considered to be a keystone species?

  1. Sea Otter

  2. African Elephant

  3. Coral Reefs

  4. Honeybee


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Honeybee is not considered to be a keystone species, although it plays an important role in pollination.

What is the main threat to the survival of the Giant Panda?

  1. Habitat Loss

  2. Poaching

  3. Disease

  4. Climate Change


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Habitat loss due to deforestation and conversion of natural forests to agricultural land is the main threat to the survival of the Giant Panda.

Which of these species is known for its unique ability to echolocate?

  1. Dolphin

  2. Bat

  3. Owl

  4. Eagle


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Dolphins are known for their unique ability to echolocate, using sound waves to navigate and find prey.

What is the primary cause of the decline of the Amur Leopard?

  1. Habitat Loss

  2. Poaching

  3. Disease

  4. Climate Change


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Habitat loss due to deforestation and conversion of natural forests to agricultural land is the primary cause of the decline of the Amur Leopard.

Which of these species is not considered to be a threatened species?

  1. Chimpanzee

  2. Orangutan

  3. Gorilla

  4. Lemur


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Lemurs are not considered to be a threatened species, although some species may be vulnerable or endangered.

What is the main threat to the survival of the Snow Leopard?

  1. Habitat Loss

  2. Poaching

  3. Disease

  4. Climate Change


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Habitat loss due to deforestation and conversion of natural forests to agricultural land is the main threat to the survival of the Snow Leopard.

Which of these species is known for its long lifespan and slow reproductive rate?

  1. Giant Tortoise

  2. Greenland Shark

  3. Immortal Jellyfish

  4. Bowhead Whale


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Greenland Shark is known for its long lifespan, estimated to be over 400 years, and its slow reproductive rate, with females reaching sexual maturity at around 150 years of age.

What is the primary cause of the decline of the African Elephant?

  1. Habitat Loss

  2. Poaching

  3. Disease

  4. Climate Change


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Poaching for its ivory is the primary cause of the decline of the African Elephant.

Which of these species is not considered to be a marine mammal?

  1. Dolphin

  2. Sea Otter

  3. Manatee

  4. Polar Bear


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Polar Bear is not considered to be a marine mammal, although it spends a significant amount of time in the Arctic sea ice.

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