Conservation Techniques for Rare Species
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What is the main focus of in-situ conservation?

  • Creating zoos for endangered species
  • Translocating endangered species to new environments
  • Breeding endangered species in captivity
  • Protecting species in their natural habitat (correct)
  • Which of the following is NOT a purpose of ex-situ conservation?

  • Breeding programs in controlled environments
  • Protecting species in their natural habitat (correct)
  • Ensuring species survival through alternate methods
  • Protecting highly endangered species
  • What is the main difference between in-situ and ex-situ conservation?

  • In-situ involves protecting species in nature, while ex-situ involves breeding programs (correct)
  • In-situ is more expensive than ex-situ
  • In-situ focuses on genetics, while ex-situ focuses on habitats
  • Ex-situ conservation only focuses on plant species
  • Why might ex-situ conservation be necessary for some endangered species?

    <p>To introduce new genes into the population</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a correct statement about in-situ conservation?

    <p>It aims to protect species in their natural habitats</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'ex-situ conservation' refer to?

    <p>Conserving species by taking them out of their natural habitat for protection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between in-situ and ex-situ conservation methods?

    <p>In-situ conservation involves protecting species within their natural habitats, while ex-situ conservation involves protecting them outside their natural habitats.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of preserving germ plasm in a gene bank?

    <p>To be used for breeding programs and reintroduction if needed in the future.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cause of reducing the population of species that requires rehabilitation of degraded habitat?

    <p>Poaching, disturbance, and other manmade influences.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the Indian Seed Vault located in Ladakh?

    <p>To store seeds of various plant species based on qualities like yield or resistance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What has been highly successful in India for all three species of crocodiles?

    <p>Reintroducing crocodiles into their natural habitats.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which conservation method requires expertise to multiply species under artificially managed conditions?

    <p>Ex-situ conservation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the best way to preserve biodiversity at all its levels in-situ?

    <p>Creating a network of National Parks and Wildlife Sanctuaries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many Protected Areas are there in India?

    <p>589</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which National Park is home to the beautiful snow leopard?

    <p>Great Himalayan National Park</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where can the rare Hangul or Kashmir stag be found?

    <p>Dachigam Sanctuary</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which Wildlife Sanctuary is known for having large numbers of elephants, tigers, and leopards?

    <p>Kaziranga National Park</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What makes the pygmy hog special in the context of the text?

    <p>It is the smallest wild boar in the world</p> Signup and view all the answers

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