Wildlife Forensics

What international agreement sets limits for legal trade in endangered species?

• UNODC

• TRAFFIC

• NWCU

• CITES

• WJC

What technique is commonly used to determine the species of an animal in wildlife forensics?

• Isotope analysis

• Microscopy

• X-ray diffraction

• Gas chromatography

• mtDNA analysis

Which of the following is NOT a common method for smuggling wildlife?

• Hiding tortoises in suitcases

• Concealing birds in specially designed underwear

• Disguising ivory as wood

• Hiding animals in hats

• Staining tusks with coffee

What are "Schreger lines" used for in ivory identification?

• Determining the age of the ivory

• Identifying the geographic origin of the elephant

• Distinguishing between different types of ivory

• Measuring the purity of the ivory

• Calculating the monetary value of the ivory

What is the primary reason for the illegal trade in seahorses?

• Pet trade

• Food industry

• Traditional medicine

• Scientific research

• Fashion accessories

What technique might be used to link a suspect to a badger baiting crime scene?

• Fingerprint analysis

• DNA profiling

• Soil analysis

• All of the above

• None of the above

Which legislation protects nesting birds in the UK?

• Animal Welfare Act 2006

• Hunting Act 2004

• Protection of Badgers Act 1992

• Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981

• Conservation of Habitats and Species Regulations 2017

Which of the following is NOT a forensic technique for wildlife crime investigation?

• DNA analysis

• Isotope analysis

• Toxicology

• Entomology

• Polygraph testing

What is the primary challenge in prosecuting cases of badger sett disturbance?

• Lack of forensic evidence

• Proving who did the work that disturbed the badgers

• Difficulty in identifying the species

• Limited legal protection for badgers

• Public support for development projects

Which of the following is an example of human-wildlife conflict in the UK?

• Raptor persecution

• Seahorse trafficking

• Elephant ivory trade

• Egg collecting

• Microplastic pollution