1.2.3 Conservation Strategies

• Conservation strategies often include laws designed to protect species and habitats
• What is a key example of a species management plan?

  Captive breeding programs
• Sustainable resource use aims to avoid depleting resources for future generations.


  True
• What is biodiversity in the context of conservation strategies?

  Variety of life in ecosystems
• Protected areas like national parks are examples of in situ conservation strategies
• Order the steps involved in creating a species management plan for in situ conservation:

  1️⃣ Identify the target species

  2️⃣ Assess the species' habitat requirements

  3️⃣ Develop a protection plan

  4️⃣ Implement anti-poaching measures
• Captive breeding is an example of ex situ conservation.


  True
• What is cryopreservation used for in ex situ conservation?

  Freezing genetic material
• Match the ex situ conservation strategy with its description:

  Captive Breeding ↔️ Breeding endangered species in zoos

  Seed Banks ↔️ Storing plant genetic material

  Cryopreservation ↔️ Freezing sperm and embryos
• In situ conservation aims to maintain species within their natural ecosystems.


  True
• In situ conservation involves conserving species within their natural habitats
• What is the purpose of designating protected areas in in situ conservation?

  To conserve biodiversity
• In situ conservation is generally more effective than ex situ conservation for long-term biodiversity


  True
• What is the purpose of captive breeding in ex situ conservation?

  To maintain genetic diversity
• Ex situ conservation is as effective as in situ conservation for maintaining biodiversity

  False
• Sustainable development balances economic, social, and environmental needs
• What does the Environmental Protection Act provide a legal framework for?

  Protecting the environment
• Public education raises awareness and understanding of biodiversity and environmental issues
• Match the conservation strategy with its description:

  Legislation ↔️ Laws to protect species and habitats

  Protected Areas ↔️ Designated areas like national parks

  Habitat Restoration ↔️ Actions to repair damaged ecosystems
• Species management plans often include captive breeding and reintroduction programs
• What is sustainable resource use aimed at achieving?

  Future generation use
• What is the main focus of in situ conservation strategies?

  Natural habitat protection
• In situ conservation involves conserving species outside their natural habitats.

  False
• Match the ex situ conservation strategy with its description:

  Captive Breeding ↔️ Breeding endangered species in controlled environments

  Seed Banks ↔️ Storing seeds for future conservation efforts

  Cryopreservation ↔️ Freezing genetic material for future use
• Renewable energy, such as solar panels and wind turbines, is a key strategy in sustainable development.

  True
• What is the role of community involvement in conservation strategies?

  Engaging local communities
• Community involvement and public education foster a sense of stewardship towards the environment.


  True
• What is the primary goal of conservation strategies?

  Maintain or restore biodiversity
• Protected areas like national parks are an example of in situ conservation.


  True
• Habitat restoration involves actions to repair or restore damaged ecosystems
• Match the conservation strategy with its example:

  Legislation ↔️ Environmental Protection Act

  Protected Areas ↔️ National Park

  Species Management Plans ↔️ Captive breeding program

  Habitat Restoration ↔️ Reforestation

  Sustainable Resource Use ↔️ Sustainable fishing
• In situ conservation involves protecting species outside their natural habitats.

  False
• What is the primary goal of species management plans in in situ conservation?

  Protect specific species
• What is the main focus of ex situ conservation?

  Conserving species outside habitats
• Seed banks store plant genetic material for future use in conservation
• Ex situ conservation is generally more effective than in situ conservation for long-term species survival.

  False
• What is the Environmental Protection Act an example of?

  Legislation
• Protected areas are designated to conserve biodiversity and protect habitats
• In situ conservation is the same as ex situ conservation

  False
• Species management plans may include anti-poaching patrols and habitat management