G&E: Conservation

Question 1

Conservation

Answer 1

The protection and management of species and habitats in a sustainable way.

Question 2

Sustainable

Answer 2

Enough resources are taken to meet the needs of the current population, without affecting the ability of future populations to meet their own needs.

Question 3

What is there often conflict between?

Answer 3

Human needs and conservation.

Question 4

Give an example of where there is conflict regarding conservation

Answer 4

• Maasai Mara is a national reserve in Kenya.
• Maasai people traditionally earn a living raising livestock, but this can destroy grasslands for wildlife.
• Conservation trusts are working with Maasai to help them make money through conservation and ecotourism projects.
• Economic needs of Maasai are met, whilst allowing wildlife to be conserved.

Question 5

Give some examples of conservation techniques:

Answer 5

• Seedbanks - used if plants become extinct.
• Fishing quotas
• Protected areas, eg. national parks.
• Endangered species breeding in captivity.