Colorado River Ecosystem Restoration

The video discusses the Colorado River's critical role in the American Southwest, highlighting its historical and current challenges, including water supply issues and environmental degradation. It details the restoration efforts in the river's delta, emphasizing the importance of water rights for the environment and the positive impact on biodiversity. The video showcases successful restoration projects, such as riparian forests and wetlands, which have revitalized the ecosystem and supported migratory birds. The collaborative efforts of various organizations have led to significant ecological improvements.

What is the starting point of the Colorado River?

• Sea of Cortez

• Rocky Mountain National Park

• Grand Canyon

• Sonoran Desert

How much of the Colorado River's water is used for winter vegetable crops in the U.S.?

• 10%

• 90%

• 25%

• 50%

What was a major consequence of the Colorado River not reaching the sea for over 60 years?

• Increased biodiversity

• Expansion of agricultural lands

• Creation of new wetlands

• Destruction of important wetlands

What was the first step in the Delta restoration process?

• Building new dams

• Constructing educational centers

• Removing invasive salt grass

• Introducing new bird species

Which type of forest is crucial in desert locations for controlling sediment and stabilizing stream banks?

• Boreal forest

• Mangrove forest

• Riparian forest

• Tropical rainforest

What agreement was made to allocate water rights to the environment?

• Bilateral Water Pact

• Environmental Water Accord

• International Water Treaty

• National Water Agreement

What is the significance of the riparian forest in the restoration project?

• It provides timber for construction

• It supports desert wildlife

• It increases agricultural yield

• It helps control flooding and sediment

What type of water is found in the Wetland Laguna created by agricultural runoff?

• Brackish water

• Distilled water

• Saltwater

• Freshwater

How many bird species were recorded in the restored wetland area?

• 500

• 380

• 250

• 150

What animal's presence indicates the ecosystem's restoration success?

• Coyotes

• Beavers

• Deer

• Eagles