ChangeMakers Will Travers - The Born Free Foundation

The video discusses conservation efforts led by Will Travis and the Born Free Foundation, highlighting challenges like wildlife population loss, issues with elephants in zoos, and the impact of trophy hunting. It also covers the role of zoos, wildlife crime, and trade policies, emphasizing the need for consistent moral values and international cooperation. The video concludes with a discussion on cultural challenges in conservation and the potential for change.

What is the primary mission of the Born Free Foundation?

• To support marine life exclusively

• To protect individual animal welfare and conserve species

• To develop urban wildlife parks

• To promote sustainable agriculture

What is a major factor contributing to wildlife population loss in Africa?

• Increased tourism

• Introduction of non-native species

• Climate change

• Resource extraction and land subdivision

What is a significant issue with keeping elephants in zoos?

• They require a specific diet

• They cannot be bred in captivity

• They need large, open spaces to roam

• They are nocturnal animals

What was the purpose of the Zoos Directive in the EU?

• To close all zoos permanently

• To increase the number of zoos

• To promote animal breeding programs

• To establish a baseline for zoo standards

What is a common argument against trophy hunting?

• It provides financial support for conservation

• It helps control animal populations

• It is a sustainable practice

• It is detrimental to animal welfare and species survival

What is a proposed alternative to trophy hunting?

• Encouraging more hunting licenses

• Providing better jobs and conservation funding

• Increasing agricultural land use

• Developing more zoos

What is a major challenge in wildlife trade regulation?

• Lack of international cooperation

• Decline in consumer demand

• Overpopulation of wildlife

• Excessive funding for conservation

Why is there still high demand for ivory and rhino horn?

• They are easy to obtain legally

• They are used in traditional medicine

• They are not regulated

• They are not valuable

What is a significant impact of wildlife crime?

• It increases biodiversity

• It reduces poaching activities

• It leads to species extinction

• It supports local economies

What role do young people play in conservation efforts?

• They are indifferent to conservation

• They prioritize economic growth over conservation

• They lead grassroots movements for change

• They focus on urban development