VOICED: Wild boar bounce back in Britain

The video discusses the reintroduction of wild pigs in the UK, their ecological benefits, and the challenges they pose. Once nearly extinct, these animals are now part of conservation efforts to restore British woodlands. They aid in ecosystem regeneration but also cause issues for farmers. The debate continues on how to manage their growing population, as releasing them into the wild remains illegal.

What is the main reason conservation centers are working to reintroduce wild pigs into the UK woodlands?

• To restore a part of British tradition

• To reduce the population of other animals

• To provide more hunting opportunities

• To increase tourism in the area

How do wild boars contribute to the regeneration of woodland species?

• By eating harmful insects

• By building nests in trees

• By rooting around for food

• By spreading seeds through their fur

What evidence suggests that wild boars have returned to Britain's countryside?

• Increased sightings in urban areas

• Rising numbers of boar-related road accidents

• Reports of boar hair on trees

• More frequent boar attacks on humans

What is one of the main challenges farmers face due to the increasing wild boar population?

• Boars blocking farm roads

• Boars consuming livestock feed

• Boars spreading diseases to cattle

• Boars damaging crops and fencing

What might happen if the wild boar population becomes too large to ignore?

• They will be relocated to other countries

• They will be bred in captivity for conservation

• They will be allowed to roam freely in cities

• Their populations may no longer be tolerated