Introduction to Wildlife Management
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What is the primary focus of conservation as defined in the content?

  • Promoting complete abandonment of natural resource use.
  • Managing the environment to ensure sustainability. (correct)
  • Understanding the interconnections between all living things.
  • Leaving nature untouched by human intervention.

    • How do preservationists generally view human interaction with nature?

  • As a way to sustain renewable resources.
  • As harmful and should be minimized. (correct)
  • As essential for understanding ecosystems.
  • As necessary for resource management.

    • Which group tends to extend environmental concerns beyond just land and include all living beings?

  • Preservationists.
  • Wildlife management specialists.
  • Conservationists.
  • Environmentalists. (correct)

    • What perspective does the Abundant Wildlife Society of North America represent regarding environmental issues?

    <p>They hold a singular viewpoint that does not allow for differing opinions. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the past, how was conservation perceived by the majority of people?

    <p>As a wise use of renewable resources. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the extent of reproductive performance decline caused by a 10 percent increase in inbreeding?

    <p>10 to 25 percent (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What approach is suggested to minimize the harm wildlife can inflict on human settlements?

    <p>Creating buffer zones between game reserves and farmland (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What program was initiated in Zimbabwe to promote economic development in communal lands through resource use?

    <p>Communal Areas Management Programme for Indigenous Resources (CAMPFIRE) (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How much can foreign hunters pay for a single trophy elephant in Zimbabwe?

    <p>$12,000 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the financial impact of trophy hunting in 1993 on districts in Zimbabwe?

    <p>Earned over $1.5 million (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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    Conservation

    Managing the environment to allow it to thrive, in harmony with humans.

    Preservation

    Leaving the environment untouched by humans.

    Environmentalism

    Leaving nature untouched, including all animals and living things.

    Ecosystem

    Interconnected system of living and non-living things.

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    Food Web

    System of relationships where organisms depend on others for energy.

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    Inbreeding's effect on cheetahs

    A 10% increase in inbreeding lowers cheetah reproductive performance by 10-25%.

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    Captive breeding

    Breeding animals in captivity to increase genetic diversity when wild populations are low.

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    Buffer zones for wildlife

    Areas separating game reserves from human settlements, minimizing harm.

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    CAMPFIRE program

    Zimbabwe's program to promote economic development in communal lands using natural resources, including controlled hunting.

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    Elephant hunting revenue

    Foreign hunters pay significant fees for trophy hunting, generating substantial income for local communities.

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    Study Notes

    Introduction to Wildlife

    • This module develops student knowledge, skills, and attitudes related to wildlife and ecosystems for their management.

    • The manual provides most instructional material along with references to external documents and videos.

    • Worksheets accompany the manual, best completed alongside the manual's corresponding sections.

    • Practical assignments are completed outside worksheets and details are contained within the worksheets.

    • Module completion depends on student work habits.

    • Individual completion is encouraged but group work is possible if the instructor agrees.

    • Worksheets include instructor initialing points to ensure efficient progress and assess understanding.

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    This quiz assesses your understanding of wildlife and ecosystems management as covered in the Introduction to Wildlife module. It includes practical assignments and worksheets designed to develop your knowledge and skills for effective wildlife management. Individual and group work is encouraged for a comprehensive learning experience.

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