Wildlife Management and Conservation Quiz

What is the foundation of managing wildlife according to the video?

• Tradition

• Politics

• Science

• Economics

What is the North American model of wildlife conservation based on?

• Unlimited hunting

• Seasonal and quota-based hunting

• No hunting

• Private ownership of wildlife

What method is used to estimate elk populations?

• Trail cameras

• Ground surveys

• Satellite imagery

• Helicopter counts

What is one reason people find elk hunting attractive?

• The taste of elk meat

• The challenge of the hunt

• The spiritual experience

• The financial gain

What tool is used to capture elk for research?

• Lassos

• Traps

• Nets

• Tranquilizer darts

What is one of the physical challenges mentioned in managing wildlife?

• Enduring extreme weather

• Swimming across rivers

• Tackling wild animals

• Climbing mountains

What is the purpose of putting GPS collars on elk?

• To identify individual animals

• To track their migration patterns

• To monitor their health

• To prevent poaching

Why is it important to manage the number of elk on the landscape?

• To increase hunting opportunities

• To prevent overpopulation

• To ensure enough food for predators

• To maintain biodiversity

What is a key personal reward of being a wildlife biologist?

• High salary

• Travel opportunities

• Being part of a larger ecosystem

• Fame and recognition

What has changed in the conservation profession over the last 30 years?

• The technology used

• The diversity of people

• The number of species managed

• The funding available