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What is a significant cultural factor contributing to poaching in India?
What is a significant cultural factor contributing to poaching in India?
How has human population growth impacted tiger habitats in India?
How has human population growth impacted tiger habitats in India?
What illegal practice threatens both tigers and their prey in India?
What illegal practice threatens both tigers and their prey in India?
What is a primary reason why poaching affects tiger populations in India?
What is a primary reason why poaching affects tiger populations in India?
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What does the term 'rampant' refer to in the context of poaching?
What does the term 'rampant' refer to in the context of poaching?
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Study Notes
Tiger Conservation in India
- India's forests support 7,000 more tigers if threats are addressed
- Tiger poaching is a major threat
- Every part of the tiger (skin, bones, body parts) is in high demand
- Used in traditional Chinese medicine
- Cultural beliefs fuel the demand
- National parks and sanctuaries are main targets
- Two factors impacting tiger populations
- Habitat destruction: Forests are being cut for agriculture; tigers are confined to national parks and sanctuaries
- Poaching of prey animals:
- People hunt deer and other animals for meat
- Use of traps, guns, arrows and poison
- Scarcity of prey impacts tigers
- National parks and sanctuaries:
- Protected areas with important plants/animals
- Protected by government; illegal to harm or destroy
- Rampant poaching:
- Uncontrolled poaching of prey
- Nature reserves:
- Managed areas to protect animals
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This quiz explores the critical issues surrounding tiger conservation in India, including poaching and habitat destruction. Learn about the impacts of these threats and the importance of national parks and sanctuaries in preserving tiger populations. Test your knowledge on the measures needed to protect these magnificent animals.