CLEAN : Conservationists warn lions could

The video discusses the rapid decline of lion populations, from 15,000 to fewer than 2,000 over 15 years, primarily due to pesticide poisoning linked to human-wildlife conflicts. It emphasizes the need for economic incentives for rural communities to protect and value wildlife, rather than seeing it as a threat.

How many lions were there approximately 15 years ago?

• 10,000

• 15,000

• 5,000

• 2,000

What is one of the main suspected causes of the decline in lion populations?

• Climate change

• Pesticide poisoning

• Habitat loss

• Illegal hunting

What is the primary reason for pesticide poisoning of lions?

• Disease

• Human-wildlife conflicts

• Lack of food

• Natural disasters

What is suggested as a key solution to help conserve lion populations?

• Building more zoos

• Increasing hunting licenses

• Economic benefits for rural communities

• Relocating lions to other countries

Why is it important for rural people to benefit economically from wildlife?

• To increase tourism

• To reduce human-wildlife conflicts

• To create more jobs in cities

• To encourage them to protect and value wildlife