Gorongosa National Park Restoration Quiz

What was the primary reason for the decline in wildlife populations in Gorongosa National Park?

• Natural disasters

• Climate change

• Civil war

• Poaching

What is the main goal of the restoration project in Gorongosa National Park?

• To identify and protect species

• To develop urban areas

• To increase agricultural land

• To build new tourist facilities

What makes the Cheringoma Plateau a significant area for biodiversity research?

• It is part of the Great Rift Valley

• It is a desert region

• It is a well-explored area

• It has a dense human population

Which method is NOT used by scientists to document species in the Cheringoma Plateau?

• Climbing into the tree canopy

• Digging pitfall traps for lizards

• Baiting traps for small mammals

• Using drones for aerial surveys

What role do bats play in the cave ecosystem of Gorongosa?

• They are predators of large mammals

• They control the weather

• They provide energy through their guano

• They pollinate flowers

Why are bats considered indicator species?

• They are immune to environmental changes

• They are the largest mammals in the park

• They reflect the health of their habitat

• They are the most numerous species

How do scientists use echolocation to identify bat species?

• By recording their unique calls

• By observing their flight patterns

• By measuring their body size

• By analyzing their diet

What was the increase in the number of known species in Gorongosa after the Cheringoma Plateau survey?

• From 300 to 1,000 species

• From 300 to 2,820 species

• From 2,000 to 10,000 species

• From 1,000 to 5,000 species

What is the estimated number of species that Gorongosa National Park might have?

• 100,000 to 200,000 species

• 50,000 to 100,000 species

• 30,000 to 50,000 species

• 10,000 to 20,000 species

What challenge does Mozambique face that could impact Gorongosa's natural resources?

• Decreasing population

• Increasing urbanization

• Rapid population growth

• Declining tourism