Understanding Water Buck Research in Gorongosa National Park

The video explores the study of water buck in Gorongosa National Park, focusing on their diet and population growth post-Mozambican Civil War. Researchers use fecal analysis and critter cam collars to understand the water buck's impact on the ecosystem and their daily lives. The use of technology provides unprecedented insights into wildlife behavior.

Why is it important to collect fecal samples from water bucks?

• To assess their health

• To track their migration patterns

• To understand their diet and its ecological impact

• To determine their age

What major event significantly affected the wildlife in Gorongosa National Park?

• The Mozambican Civil War

• A severe drought

• A large-scale poaching incident

• A volcanic eruption

How have water buck populations changed since the Mozambican Civil War?

• They have remained stable

• They have decreased significantly

• They have become extinct

• They have become ten times more abundant

What is the purpose of using critter cam collars on water bucks?

• To monitor their health

• To track their social interactions

• To observe their daily activities and movements

• To identify their predators

How long does it typically take to complete the collaring process on a water buck?

• Less than 5 minutes

• Less than 10 minutes

• About 20 minutes

• Over 30 minutes

What happens to the water bucks after the collaring process is completed?

• They are relocated to a different area

• They are released back into the wild immediately

• They are kept in captivity for observation

• They are tagged for future identification

What kind of data do the collars collect from the water bucks?

• Temperature and humidity levels

• GPS locations and video footage

• Heart rate and blood pressure

• Dietary intake and water consumption

What unique perspective does the critter cam provide researchers?

• An unprecedented view of life as a water buck

• A detailed look at the water bucks' feeding habits

• A comprehensive analysis of the water bucks' sleep patterns

• A view of the water bucks' interactions with humans