PFG Endangered Species Quiz
What is an endangered species?
A type of organism that is at risk of extinction.
A species found on land and in the ocean.
A species that is threatened by prey.
All of the above.
Which agency is responsible for devising measures to ensure the protection of endangered or threatened species of wildlife as well as recommending these measures to the government appointed minister in Guyana?
Wildlife Protection Agency
Guyana Wildlife Conservation and Management Commission
Guyana Wildlife Commission
Wildlife Conservation and Management Agency
What can you do to help protect coral reefs?
Buy and use oxybenzone and octinoxate-free sunscreen.
Avoid purchasing coral.
Choose seafood that has been sustainably sourced.
All of the above.
Nearly 40% of the 11,000 different bird species on Earth are experiencing a significant increase.
True
False
Poaching is a severe threat to elephants. How many elephants are killed for their tusks?
50 per day
100 per day
12 per day
98 per day
How are microplastics (plastics that are less than 5 millimeters long) a threat to crustaceans?
Microplastics are not a threat to crustaceans because they are biodegradable and safe to digest.
Microplastics are so small that they do not post any harm to crustaceans or humans.
Microplastics can damage organs and increase exposure to toxic chemicals. This can threaten immune function, growth and reproduction. This has potentially larger implications up the food chain for humans.
None of the above.
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