Black Mambas Conservation Efforts

The video discusses the journey and impact of the Black Mambas, a group of female wildlife rangers. Initially doubted by traditional conservationists, they undergo rigorous training to protect wildlife without using weapons. Their efforts focus on patrolling, community education, and reducing poaching. The Black Mambas have significantly decreased snaring and rhino poaching, proving their methods effective. They also engage with schools to raise environmental awareness, emphasizing the importance of protecting wildlife. Their success has inspired pride and recognition within their community.

What was the initial reaction of old-school conservationists to the Black Mambas' efforts?

• They offered financial support.

• They laughed and doubted its success.

• They were supportive and encouraging.

• They wanted to join the initiative.

What is included in the six-week training course for the Black Mambas?

• Cooking in the wild

• Survival skills and animal behavior

• Learning to use weapons

• Building shelters

What is the favorite part of the job for a Black Mamba?

• Training new recruits

• Patrolling the fence

• Conducting research

• Using weapons

How do the Black Mambas contribute to conservation without using weapons?

• By building fences

• By using drones

• By being the eyes and ears of the reserves

• By setting traps

What is the main objective of the Black Mambas' educational outreach?

• To teach children about environmental protection

• To promote tourism

• To recruit new members

• To raise funds

How many learners are the Black Mambas reaching through their educational efforts?

• 1200

• 500

• 1000

• 668

What does being a Black Mamba symbolize in the community?

• Isolation and secrecy

• Wealth and power

• Strength and fearlessness

• Fear and aggression

What significant achievement did the Black Mambas accomplish within one year?

• Trained 100 new members

• Reduced snaring by 86%

• Built a new reserve

• Increased poaching by 86%

What is the measure of success for the Black Mambas?

• The amount of funding received

• The number of new recruits

• The amount of time without losing a rhino

• The number of animals captured

What was the unexpected aspect of the Black Mambas' success?

• The speed of achieving results

• The lack of community support

• The difficulty in training

• The increase in poaching