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?

To introduce new genes into the population (A) Signup and view all the answers

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

It aims to protect species in their natural habitats (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does 'ex-situ conservation' refer to?

Conserving species by taking them out of their natural habitat for protection (B) Signup and view all the answers

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

In-situ conservation involves protecting species within their natural habitats, while ex-situ conservation involves protecting them outside their natural habitats. (B) Signup and view all the answers

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

To be used for breeding programs and reintroduction if needed in the future. (A) Signup and view all the answers

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

Poaching, disturbance, and other manmade influences. (B) Signup and view all the answers

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

To store seeds of various plant species based on qualities like yield or resistance. (B) Signup and view all the answers

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

Reintroducing crocodiles into their natural habitats. (C) Signup and view all the answers

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

Ex-situ conservation. (D) Signup and view all the answers

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

Creating a network of National Parks and Wildlife Sanctuaries (A) Signup and view all the answers

How many Protected Areas are there in India?

589 (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which National Park is home to the beautiful snow leopard?

Great Himalayan National Park (A) Signup and view all the answers

Where can the rare Hangul or Kashmir stag be found?

Dachigam Sanctuary (B) Signup and view all the answers

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

Kaziranga National Park (B) Signup and view all the answers

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

It is the smallest wild boar in the world (B) Signup and view all the answers