Understanding Tiger Tourism and Conservation

The video explores the controversial world of tiger tourism, focusing on Doc Antle's Myrtle Beach Safari. It highlights the ethical concerns raised by conservationists and animal welfare advocates about commercial tiger breeding, which has led to a large number of captive tigers in the U.S. The video also discusses the challenges of rescuing and providing sanctuary for these animals, the legal and safety issues surrounding big cat ownership, and ongoing conservation efforts to protect wild tigers. It concludes with resources for further exploration of the topic.

Who is Doc Antle?

• A famous wildlife photographer

• A conservationist working in Asia

• A journalist investigating tiger tourism

• A captive tiger breeder in the U.S.

What is the estimated number of wild tigers left in the world today?

• 3,900

• 10,000

• 50,000

• 100,000

What is the main attraction for visitors at Myrtle Beach Safari?

• Petting tiger cubs

• Feeding chimpanzees

• Riding elephants

• Watching tiger shows

What is a major concern about the breeding practices at Myrtle Beach Safari?

• The tigers are not fed properly

• The tigers are not given medical care

• The tigers are bred for profit

• The tigers are released into the wild

What happens to tiger cubs when they grow into adults?

• They are sent to other zoos

• They are kept for public viewing

• They are sold or sometimes killed

• They are released into the wild

What is the role of Crown Ridge Tiger Sanctuary?

• Providing a home for rescued tigers

• Selling tigers to private owners

• Breeding tigers for conservation

• Training tigers for entertainment

What is a 'chuff' in the context of tigers?

• A sound of contentment

• A playful growl

• A warning signal

• A type of roar

What is the Big Cat Public Safety Act?

• A law to increase funding for zoos

• A law to protect wild tigers in Asia

• A law to ban private ownership of big cats

• A law to allow breeding of big cats

Which states do not require a permit to own a big cat?

• California, Texas, Florida

• Nevada, Alabama, North Carolina

• New York, Illinois, Ohio

• Georgia, Virginia, Maryland

What was a significant incident involving big cats in Zanesville, Ohio?

• A zoo was shut down for animal cruelty

• A big cat sanctuary was established

• A man released over 50 exotic animals

• A tiger escaped and was never found