CLEAN: Rising demand for ivory worries Kenyan conservationists

The video discusses the decline in elephant population from 35,000 in 1973 to just over 5,000 in 1989, highlighting the severe impact of the 2009 drought on their breeding patterns. It raises concerns about the increasing demand for ivory in China and other Far East countries, and the encroachment of land previously used by elephants. Despite these challenges, there is a modest increase in population, indicating wildlife resilience.

What was the population of the species in 1973?

• 50,000

• 35,000

• 10,000

• 5,000

Which year did a severe drought affect the breeding patterns of the species?

• 2009

• 1989

• 1973

• 2015

What is a major factor contributing to the increase in ivory purchasing?

• Climate change

• Increase in demand in the Far East

• Decrease in wildlife population

• Deforestation

Which country is mentioned as having an increased ability to pay for ivory?

• China

• India

• Brazil

• Germany

What is the main issue discussed in the third section?

• Poaching

• Land encroachment

• Climate change

• Water scarcity