Black-footed Ferret Quiz

What significant event occurred with a cloned black-footed ferret in June 2024?

• It was released into the wild.

• It gave birth to two kits.

• It was the first ferret to be cloned.

• It was moved to a new zoo.

Where were the ferret kits born?

• San Diego Zoo

• Bronx Zoo

• Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute

• Toronto Zoo

What is the native habitat range of the black-footed ferret?

• Southern United States to Central America

• Northern Canada to Alaska

• Southern Canada to northern Mexico

• Eastern United States to Western Europe

What are some of the threats faced by black-footed ferrets in the wild?

• Abundant food supply

• Disease and habitat loss

• Increasing population

• Favorable climate conditions

What is the approximate population of black-footed ferrets in the wild according to Ben Novak?

• 1000

• 500

• 300

• 50

Why is genetic diversity important for the survival of a species?

• It increases the size of the species

• It makes the species more attractive

• It helps the species survive threats like disease

• It reduces the need for food

Who was Willa in the context of the black-footed ferret cloning project?

• A scientist leading the project

• A wild black-footed ferret whose genetic material was used

• A zoo where the project took place

• A type of disease affecting ferrets

What is the significance of Antonia, the cloned ferret, in terms of conservation?

• She is the first cloned ferret to be released into the wild.

• She is the first endangered clone to breed for conservation.

• She is the first ferret to be cloned using advanced technology.

• She is the first ferret to live longer in captivity.

Who are the offspring of Antonia, the cloned ferret?

• Red Cloud and Willa

• Red Cloud and Sibert

• Willa and Antonia

• Sibert and Willa

What concern does Lisa Moses express about cloning for conservation?

• Cloning is too expensive to be practical.

• Cloning may not be effective in increasing population.

• The well-being of animals should be considered.

• Cloning is not scientifically proven.