Black-Footed Ferret Conservation Facts

The video discusses the black-footed ferret, once thought extinct, rediscovered in 1981. A successful captive breeding program was initiated to save the species. Ferrets rely on prairie dogs for survival, but human activities have reduced their habitat and introduced diseases. Daily care routines ensure ferrets' health in captivity. The conservation of ferrets is crucial for maintaining the ecosystem, benefiting other species like the swift fox and burrowing owl.

When was the black-footed ferret rediscovered after being declared extinct?

• 1985

• 1981

• 1990

• 1979

What is the role of the National Black-Footed Ferret Conservation Center?

• To conduct research on ferret behavior

• To manage the only captive breeding program for black-footed ferrets

• To breed ferrets for the pet trade

• To provide a tourist attraction

What is the primary prey of the black-footed ferret?

• Squirrels

• Mice

• Prairie dogs

• Rabbits

Which human activity contributed to the decline of prairie dogs?

• Mining

• Farming and poisoning

• Urban development

• Deforestation

What exotic disease was introduced that affected prairie dogs and ferrets?

• Catic plague

• Canine distemper

• Bubonic plague

• Avian flu

What is a common health issue faced by captive ferrets due to inbreeding?

• Heart disease

• Diabetes

• Coidal overgrowth

• Obesity

At what age do ferret kits start receiving whole carcass prey?

• Day 35

• Day 20

• Day 30

• Day 25

What is the primary reason for the high disease susceptibility in captive ferrets?

• Inbreeding from a small founding population

• Lack of exercise

• Exposure to wild animals

• Poor diet

Why is the conservation of the black-footed ferret considered important?

• It is a popular pet

• It is a tourist attraction

• It is a source of food

• It helps maintain the ecosystem balance

Which other species benefit from the conservation of the black-footed ferret's habitat?

• Swift fox and burrowing owl

• Bald eagle and grizzly bear

• Mountain lion and elk

• Beaver and otter