Munir Virani: Why I love vultures

The video discusses the negative perception of vultures and aims to change it by highlighting their ecological importance and historical significance. Vultures are crucial for cleaning up carcasses and preventing disease spread. They face threats from poisoning and habitat loss, leading to a decline in their population. Conservation efforts are underway, and the video encourages viewers to support these initiatives and spread awareness about the importance of vultures.

What negative attributes are commonly associated with vultures?

• They are thought to be friendly and social.

• They are known for their intelligence.

• They are considered greedy and ugly.

• They are seen as graceful and elegant.

What vital ecological service do vultures provide?

• They pollinate flowers.

• They clean up carcasses and prevent disease spread.

• They produce honey.

• They control insect populations.

Which culture associated vultures with the symbol of protection and motherhood?

• Roman mythology

• Norse mythology

• Greek mythology

• Ancient Egyptian culture

What is a major reason for the decline of vulture populations in South Asia?

• Climate change

• Consumption of livestock treated with Diclofenac

• Hunting for sport

• Deforestation

What is a consequence of the decline in vulture populations in India?

• Increase in agricultural productivity

• Rise in rabies cases due to more feral dogs

• Decrease in air pollution

• Increase in the number of wild cats

What is one of the threats to vultures mentioned in the context of Kenya?

• Urbanization

• Wind turbines

• Climate change

• Overfishing

How can individuals contribute to vulture conservation efforts?

• By adopting vultures as pets

• By spreading awareness and engaging with communities

• By building artificial nests for vultures

• By feeding vultures in urban areas