VOICED : El tesoro del humedal

The video explores a saline wetland near Punta del Este, Uruguay, home to diverse species including endangered crabs and migratory flamingos. It highlights the wetland's ecological importance, its role in filtering pollution, and the threats from urbanization. Authorities aim to transform it into a 750-hectare ecopark to protect its biodiversity and promote ecotourism.

What is the primary ecological significance of the wetland near Punta del Este?

• It is a popular tourist destination.

• It is a site for urban development.

• It is a major fishing site.

• It serves as a habitat for numerous bird species and crabs.

Which species are mentioned as being endangered in the wetland?

• Flamingos and pelicans

• Eagles and hawks

• Sea turtles and dolphins

• Granulated crabs and fiddler crabs

What percentage of Uruguay's registered species have been detected in the Arroyo Maldonado wetlands?

• 50%

• 25%

• 100%

• 75%

What is one of the main threats to wetlands globally?

• Climate change

• Deforestation

• Urbanization

• Overfishing

What is the proposed plan for the wetland area to ensure its protection?

• Transform it into an ecopark

• Develop it into a residential area

• Use it for agricultural purposes

• Convert it into a commercial zone