4.3 BIO

What is the purpose of designating critical habitats under the ESA?

• To increase urban development

• To designate areas for recreational purposes

• To protect specific geographic areas essential for the conservation of endangered species

• To promote agricultural expansion

Can critical habitats under the ESA include areas that are not currently occupied by the species?

• No, only areas currently occupied can be designated as critical habitats

• Yes, they can include areas not currently occupied but needed for recovery

• No, only areas outside the native range of the species are included

• Yes, but only if they are fully urbanized

What is the primary purpose of wildlife or habitat corridors?

• To provide recreational areas for humans

• To facilitate uninterrupted movement of wildlife between protected areas

• To increase urban development

• To restrict animal movement

Which of the following is NOT a type of wildlife corridor?

• Crossings

• Connective Habitat

• Stepping Stone

• Isolated Preserve

What role do wildlife corridors play in relation to human-populated areas?

• They promote industrial activities

• They reduce the number of wildlife species

• They help keep wildlife out of harm's way where their movement intersects with human-made areas

• They are primarily used for agricultural purposes

What is the primary goal of habitat restoration as described in the text?

• To increase human activity in ecosystems

• To restore the health, integrity, and sustainability of ecosystems

• To reduce the number of species in an ecosystem

• To promote urban development

According to the image, what does habitat restoration help protect?

• Urban landscapes

• Biodiversity

• Industrial areas

• Artificial structures

What does the diagram in the image illustrate about the Kissimmee River?

• Changes in water flow due to urbanization

• The impact of drainage canals on natural habitats

• Comparison of natural and restored water flow to enhance ecosystem resilience

• The effect of pollution on river flow

What is defined as a community of all the organisms living together in a specific habitat?

• Ecosystem

• Biome

• Community

• Population

Which term describes the specific ecological role or position of a species within a larger community?

• Habitat

• Niche

• Ecosystem

• Biome