Conservation of mammal species MCQs
By: Prof. Dr. Fazal Rehman Shamil | Last updated: September 12, 2024

What is the primary goal of mammal conservation programs?
- A) To prevent species extinction
- B) To increase habitat fragmentation
- C) To promote hunting
- D) To introduce invasive species
  Answer: A) To prevent species extinction

Which conservation strategy involves protecting a specific area to preserve its native species and habitats?
- A) Protected areas
- B) Wildlife corridors
- C) Breeding programs
- D) Habitat restoration
  Answer: A) Protected areas

What is the purpose of a species recovery plan?
- A) To outline actions for increasing a species’ population
- B) To build new habitats
- C) To encourage poaching
- D) To eliminate non-native species
  Answer: A) To outline actions for increasing a species’ population

Which term describes the reintroduction of species into their native habitats to restore ecological balance?
- A) Rewilding
- B) Captive breeding
- C) Habitat fragmentation
- D) Urbanization
  Answer: A) Rewilding

What role do wildlife corridors play in mammal conservation?
- A) They connect fragmented habitats and allow species movement
- B) They create barriers between habitats
- C) They increase human-wildlife conflict
- D) They facilitate urban expansion
  Answer: A) They connect fragmented habitats and allow species movement

Which of the following is a major threat to mammal species worldwide?
- A) Habitat loss
- B) Effective legal protection
- C) Increased prey availability
- D) Successful conservation programs
  Answer: A) Habitat loss

What is the main goal of captive breeding programs for endangered mammals?
- A) To increase population numbers and reintroduce them into the wild
- B) To domesticate wildlife
- C) To make animals more adaptable to urban environments
- D) To promote hunting for sport
  Answer: A) To increase population numbers and reintroduce them into the wild

Which conservation method involves creating artificial habitats to support endangered mammals?
- A) Habitat restoration
- B) Captive breeding
- C) Ecological monitoring
- D) Species relocation
  Answer: A) Habitat restoration

Which organization is known for its global efforts in wildlife conservation and protecting endangered species?
- A) World Wildlife Fund (WWF)
- B) National Geographic Society
- C) Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
- D) International Olympic Committee
  Answer: A) World Wildlife Fund (WWF)

What is a key component of effective conservation education programs?
- A) Raising public awareness about the importance of protecting mammal species
- B) Encouraging habitat destruction
- C) Promoting illegal wildlife trade
- D) Reducing research on endangered species
  Answer: A) Raising public awareness about the importance of protecting mammal species

Which factor is crucial for the success of a reintroduction program for endangered mammals?
- A) Ensuring the habitat is suitable and free from major threats
- B) Keeping the animals in captivity indefinitely
- C) Avoiding monitoring the reintroduced species
- D) Focusing only on one single species
  Answer: A) Ensuring the habitat is suitable and free from major threats

Which conservation approach focuses on preserving large landscapes to protect a variety of species?
- A) Ecosystem-based conservation
- B) Species-specific conservation
- C) Urban wildlife management
- D) Genetic engineering
  Answer: A) Ecosystem-based conservation

What is the primary aim of international wildlife trade regulations?
- A) To prevent illegal trade and ensure sustainable use of wildlife resources
- B) To promote the exotic pet trade
- C) To support unregulated hunting
- D) To facilitate habitat destruction
  Answer: A) To prevent illegal trade and ensure sustainable use of wildlife resources

Which term refers to efforts to conserve and restore natural habitats for the benefit of wildlife?
- A) Habitat management
- B) Captive breeding
- C) Wildlife trade
- D) Urban development
  Answer: A) Habitat management

Which of the following is an important aspect of monitoring endangered mammal populations?
- A) Tracking population size and health trends
- B) Ignoring changes in habitat quality
- C) Reducing funding for research
- D) Avoiding interaction with local communities
  Answer: A) Tracking population size and health trends

What type of conservation action involves managing human activities to minimize their impact on wildlife?
- A) Environmental impact assessment
- B) Species reintroduction
- C) Habitat destruction
- D) Captive breeding
  Answer: A) Environmental impact assessment

What is the role of conservation NGOs in mammal conservation?
- A) They advocate for policy changes, fund research, and implement conservation projects
- B) They promote hunting and habitat destruction
- C) They focus only on economic development
- D) They ignore local conservation needs
  Answer: A) They advocate for policy changes, fund research, and implement conservation projects

Which conservation strategy aims to reduce human-wildlife conflicts and promote coexistence?
- A) Community-based conservation
- B) Industrial expansion
- C) Increased poaching
- D) Habitat fragmentation
  Answer: A) Community-based conservation

Which method is used to assess the genetic diversity of endangered mammal populations?
- A) Genetic analysis
- B) Habitat mapping
- C) Behavioral observation
- D) Dietary studies
  Answer: A) Genetic analysis

Which of the following is a benefit of establishing wildlife reserves and protected areas?
- A) Preservation of critical habitats and biodiversity
- B) Increase in urban sprawl
- C) Enhancement of pollution levels
- D) Encouragement of illegal logging
  Answer: A) Preservation of critical habitats and biodiversity

What is the purpose of wildlife corridors in conservation efforts?
- A) To facilitate safe animal movement between fragmented habitats
- B) To increase habitat destruction
- C) To limit animal access to resources
- D) To encourage overgrazing
  Answer: A) To facilitate safe animal movement between fragmented habitats

Which type of conservation research focuses on understanding the ecological roles and needs of mammal species?
- A) Ecological research
- B) Economic analysis
- C) Urban planning
- D) Social media studies
  Answer: A) Ecological research

Which action can be taken to reduce the impact of invasive species on native mammal populations?
- A) Implementing control measures and restoring native habitats
- B) Encouraging the spread of invasive species
- C) Ignoring their presence
- D) Increasing the use of pesticides
  Answer: A) Implementing control measures and restoring native habitats

What is the primary purpose of wildlife monitoring programs?
- A) To track changes in populations and assess conservation effectiveness
- B) To promote illegal wildlife trade
- C) To encourage habitat destruction
- D) To reduce funding for conservation projects
  Answer: A) To track changes in populations and assess conservation effectiveness

Which approach helps to address conservation issues by involving local communities in protecting wildlife?
- A) Community-based conservation
- B) Exclusionary practices
- C) Industrial development
- D) Limited education
  Answer: A) Community-based conservation

What is the significance of creating ecological reserves in mammal conservation?
- A) To protect essential habitats and provide safe spaces for wildlife
- B) To promote urban development
- C) To increase pollution
- D) To support deforestation
  Answer: A) To protect essential habitats and provide safe spaces for wildlife

Which conservation method involves ensuring that mammal species have sufficient genetic variation to thrive?
- A) Genetic diversity management
- B) Habitat destruction
- C) Overhunting
- D) Pollution control
  Answer: A) Genetic diversity management

What is the role of international treaties and agreements in mammal conservation?
- A) To facilitate cooperation among countries in protecting endangered species
- B) To promote illegal wildlife trade
- C) To reduce habitat protection
- D) To increase poaching
  Answer: A) To facilitate cooperation among countries in protecting endangered species

Which strategy involves improving habitat quality and connectivity to support wildlife populations?
- A) Habitat restoration
- B) Urban sprawl
- C) Pollution increase
- D) Resource exploitation
  Answer: A) Habitat restoration

What is the goal of monitoring and managing protected areas for mammal conservation?
- A) To ensure the long-term preservation of habitats and species
- B) To increase human impact
- C) To promote illegal activities
- D) To reduce scientific research
  Answer: A) To ensure the long-term preservation of habitats and species

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