Wildlife Corridors and Ecosystems

Wildlife corridors are essential pathways that connect habitats, allowing animals to move freely, find food, and maintain genetic diversity. These corridors are crucial for the survival of many species, but human development often disrupts them. The video explores five remarkable wildlife corridors: Yellowstone to Yukon, Teri Arc, Serengeti Mara, Bavarian Forest, and Mesoamerican Biological Corridor. Each corridor supports diverse species and ecosystems, highlighting the importance of conservation efforts to maintain these natural highways.

What is the primary function of wildlife corridors?

• To limit genetic diversity

• To promote urban expansion

• To connect habitats for animal movement

• To isolate animal populations

What is the primary threat to wildlife corridors?

• Human development and urban expansion

• Predator species

• Climate change

• Natural disasters

Which species benefit from the Yellowstone to Yukon Corridor?

• Polar bears and penguins

• Grizzly bears, wolves, and elk

• Kangaroos and koalas

• Lions and tigers

Which species is NOT mentioned as benefiting from the Yellowstone to Yukon Corridor?

• Grizzly bears

• Elk

• Lions

• Wolves

What is a key feature of the Teri Arc landscape?

• It is a desert ecosystem

• It spans over 49,500 km

• It is home to polar bears

• It is located in South America

Which bird is known for crossing the Himalayas at high altitudes?

• The ostrich

• The bald eagle

• The bar-headed goose

• The kiwi

Which event is a highlight of the Serengeti Mara ecosystem?

• The penguin parade

• The kangaroo hop

• The annual polar bear swim

• The Great Migration

What is the significance of the Bavarian Forest Corridor?

• It is a marine ecosystem

• It is located in South America

• It connects habitats in Poland and Belarus

• It is a desert habitat

What is a unique feature of the Mesoamerican Biological Corridor?

• It is located in Antarctica

• It is only for marine life

• It spans across eight countries

• It is a single country project

Which bird is revered in Mayan culture and found in the Mesoamerican Corridor?

• The albatross

• The quetzal

• The sparrow

• The flamingo