Mountain Chicken Conservation Efforts

The video discusses the mountain chicken frog, one of the largest frogs in the world, found on the Caribbean island of Monserat. It highlights the frog's endangered status due to hunting, habitat destruction, and introduced predators. Researchers are working to conserve the species by capturing and studying them, checking for diseases, and considering translocation to safer areas. The video also addresses the threat of a deadly fungus from nearby Dominica and outlines future conservation strategies, including captive breeding programs and establishing new populations in exclusion zones.

What is the mountain chicken primarily known for on the island of Montserrat?

• Being a common pet

• Its colorful feathers

• Being a local delicacy

• Its ability to fly

Why is hunting of mountain chickens discouraged on Montserrat?

• They are sacred animals

• They are critically endangered

• They are too small to hunt

• They are poisonous

What method do researchers use to identify mountain chickens?

• Attaching radio collars

• Tagging with GPS devices

• Scanning microchips

• Painting their backs

Which deadly fungus poses a threat to the mountain chicken population?

• Aspergillus

• Chytrid fungus

• Ringworm

• Black mold

What is a potential way the chytrid fungus could reach Montserrat?

• Through the air

• Through contaminated water

• Via infected frogs on produce shipments

• By migrating birds

What natural event created an exclusion zone on Montserrat?

• Tsunami

• Volcanic eruptions

• Earthquake

• Hurricane

What is the purpose of the exclusion zone for mountain chickens?

• To mine natural resources

• To create a tourist attraction

• To establish a safe habitat

• To build a research facility

Where has a breeding population of mountain chickens been established?

• In the United States

• In Dominica

• In England

• In Montserrat

What is the ultimate goal of the conservation efforts for mountain chickens?

• To make them a common pet

• To export them to other countries

• To increase their population

• To use them for scientific research

What is hoped to become of the mountain chicken in Montserrat?

• A national success story

• A popular pet

• A common farm animal

• A tourist attraction