Gorongosa National Park Restoration Quiz

What was the primary impact of the civil war on Gorongosa National Park?

• Introduction of new species

• Significant reduction in animal populations

• Destruction of park infrastructure

• Increase in wildlife population

What approach does the Gorongosa Restoration Project primarily use?

• Traditional conservation methods

• Science-based approach

• Community-based approach

• Tourism-driven approach

Which species has shown a remarkable recovery in Gorongosa?

• Lion

• Waterbuck

• Elephant

• Zebra

What is a major challenge in reintroducing species like zebras?

• Community opposition

• Finding suitable habitats

• Legal and logistical issues

• Lack of funding

Why did the attempt to reintroduce cheetahs to Gorongosa fail?

• Lack of prey

• Inadequate habitat

• High mortality during transport

• Disease outbreak

What method was used to capture zebras for relocation?

• Baited enclosures

• Net traps

• Plastic funnel

• Tranquilizer darts

What is the primary goal after relocating zebras to Gorongosa?

• Monitoring in a sanctuary

• Breeding in captivity

• Immediate release into the wild

• Training for tourism

Which other species have been successfully reintroduced to Gorongosa?

• Rhinos and hippos

• Giraffes and antelopes

• Buffalo and wildebeest

• Elephants and lions

What management approach is used in Gorongosa to ensure successful conservation?

• Predictive management

• Fixed management

• Adaptive management

• Reactive management

What is the long-term vision for Gorongosa National Park?

• To become a tourist hotspot

• To be a community park

• To be a research center

• To reclaim its status as a wildlife stronghold