Canada Goose Conservation and Management

The video explores the history and impact of Canada Geese in the USA, highlighting their population growth due to conservation efforts like the Migratory Bird Treaty Act. It discusses the challenges posed by resident geese in urban areas and the strategies used to manage them, such as non-lethal methods by organizations like Geese Peace. The video also touches on the success and challenges of conservation efforts, emphasizing the importance of biodiversity protection.

What is the correct term for the bird discussed in the video?

• American Goose

• Canada Goose

• Canadian Goose

• North American Goose

What was the primary reason for the decline in Canada Goose populations before conservation efforts?

• Pollution

• Habitat destruction

• Overhunting

• Climate change

Which act was crucial in protecting the Canada Goose from unregulated hunting?

• Endangered Species Act

• Migratory Bird Treaty Act

• Wildlife Conservation Act

• Bird Protection Act

What was a significant factor in the population growth of Canada Geese in the 1960s and 1970s?

• Climate change

• Homegrown honkers initiative

• Natural migration

• Increased food supply

What was the purpose of the 'Homegrown Honkers' manual?

• To promote bird watching

• To identify different bird species

• To guide in raising Canada Geese

• To teach hunting techniques

What is one method used to manage the Canada Goose population in urban areas?

• Hunting permits

• Geese Peace program

• Relocation to rural areas

• Feeding restrictions

What is the main goal of the Geese Peace program?

• To increase goose populations

• To prevent new geese eggs from hatching

• To provide food for geese

• To relocate geese to other areas

Why is it important to manage the Canada Goose population in urban areas?

• To maintain clean public spaces

• To protect other bird species

• To reduce goose-related accidents

• To prevent noise pollution

What is a key takeaway from the conservation efforts for the Canada Goose?

• Conservation can lead to overpopulation

• Conservation is unnecessary

• Conservation is not effective

• Conservation is only for endangered species

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• By funding wildlife programs

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