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Cormorants, black-feathered birds related to pelicans, have settled in Xuchitlán, impacting local fishing by consuming large quantities of fish. This has led to economic challenges for local fishermen, as the birds consume over a ton of fish daily, equating to significant financial losses. Efforts to control the cormorant population include counting nests and using deterrents, but the birds continue to affect the community's primary livelihood.

What is the main reason local fishermen want to eliminate cormorants from the lake?

• They are noisy and disturb the peace.

• They consume a significant amount of fish, affecting fishermen's livelihoods.

• They are a protected species and cannot be hunted.

• They attract other predators to the area.

Approximately how many families are affected by the cormorants' presence in the lake area?

• 5,000 families

• 10,000 families

• 8,000 families

• 12,000 families

What nickname do locals use for the large fish that are now difficult to find?

• Sharks

• Tigers

• Giants

• Monsters

How much fish do cormorants consume daily, according to environmental authorities?

• One ton

• Half a ton

• Two tons

• Three tons

What is one method authorities use to try to control the cormorant population?

• Introducing natural predators

• Using loud noises to scare them away

• Building barriers around the lake

• Counting nests to estimate population size