Gorongosa National Park Restoration Insights

Bob Poole discusses the history and restoration of Gorongosa National Park in Mozambique. After years of war, the park was left with little wildlife. Greg Carr and a team initiated a 20-year project to restore it. Poole shares his experiences from 2008, witnessing the park's wildlife rebound and joining the conservation efforts. Despite challenges like poaching and illegal activities, the team perseveres, believing in the park's recovery.

What major events led to the decline of wildlife in Gorongosa National Park?

• Wars and military activities

• Climate change

• Natural disasters

• Tourism

Who led the international team to restore Gorongosa National Park?

• Greg Carr

• Bob Poole

• Mozambican government

• Local communities

What was Bob Poole's initial impression of Gorongosa National Park?

• A bustling wildlife haven

• A barren wasteland

• A beautiful African landscape

• A small, unremarkable area

What role did Bob Poole play in the park during his early years there?

• He managed the park's finances

• He assisted with transportation and logistics

• He was a park ranger

• He was a full-time filmmaker

Which of the following was NOT a challenge faced by Gorongosa National Park?

• Poaching

• Illegal logging

• Overpopulation of wildlife

• Illegal mining

What is one of the new threats to Gorongosa National Park mentioned in the transcript?

• Climate change

• Invasive species

• Illegal settlements

• Drought

What quality is essential for the conservation efforts in Gorongosa, according to the transcript?

• Innovation

• Wealth

• Luck

• Perseverance

How did Greg Carr and his team respond when times were tough in Gorongosa?

• They reduced their efforts

• They gave up

• They worked even harder

• They sought external help

What was the ultimate goal of the restoration project in Gorongosa?

• To turn it into a tourist attraction

• To restore it to its former glory

• To convert it into farmland

• To make it a private reserve

What did Bob Poole learn from his experience in Gorongosa?

• The role of international politics

• The significance of perseverance

• The need for advanced technology

• The importance of wealth in conservation