6.2.7.2. Ex-situ conservation

Try these first

1. 1.

   What does ex-situ conservation mean?

   Hint

   Focus on where the species are kept.

2. 2.

   Name one facility involved in ex-situ conservation.

   Hint

   Think about places where animals are kept for conservation.

3. 3.

   What does 'ex-situ' mean?

   • In the wild
   • In a controlled environment
   • On farmland

   Hint

   Think about where conservation efforts are performed.

4. 4.

   True or False: The National Bureau of Plant Genetic Resources only preserves animal species.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Focus on the keyword 'plant'.

5. 5.

   Evaluate the effectiveness of ex-situ conservation in mitigating the extinction of species.

   Hint

   Consider both successes and ongoing challenges.

6. 6.

   Design a basic plan for an ex-situ conservation program for a newly discovered endangered species.

   Hint

   Think about all aspects of conservation—from habitat needs to education.