Exploration of the Okavango Delta

The video features a Google Plus hangout with National Geographic explorers discussing their expedition in the Okavango Delta. The team shares their experiences, the concept of a live data expedition, and the challenges faced in conservation efforts. They emphasize the importance of community involvement and partnerships in preserving the Delta. The explorers also discuss the use of technology, such as solar power, to support their work. The session concludes with audience engagement and a call to action for global awareness and participation in conservation.

Who is the host of the Google Plus hangout discussing the Okavango Delta?

• Steve Boyes

• Luke Dollar

• Greg Tres

• Shaw Selby

What is the primary focus of the Okavango Wilderness Project?

• Tracking big cats

• Using wetland birds as indicators

• Studying elephant migration

• Exploring new tourist routes

What is the Okavango Delta recognized as by UNESCO?

• A national park

• A world heritage site

• A wildlife sanctuary

• A conservation area

What is the main threat to the Okavango Delta according to the explorers?

• Climate change

• Tourism

• Agricultural development in Angola

• Local fishing practices

What is the purpose of the live data expedition?

• To map new tourist routes

• To create a documentary

• To share data publicly and engage the world

• To collect data for private research

How do the explorers ensure safety when encountering elephants?

• By making loud noises

• By remaining calm and respectful

• By using protective gear

• By avoiding the area

What is a significant danger when navigating the Okavango Delta?

• Poachers

• Crocodiles and hippos

• Floods

• Lions

How do non-profits and safari lodges collaborate in the Okavango Delta?

• By conducting joint research and conservation efforts

• By organizing tourist events

• By building new lodges

• By funding local businesses

What powers the technology used by the explorers in the Okavango Delta?

• Hydroelectric power

• Diesel generators

• Solar energy

• Wind turbines

What can individuals do to help protect the Okavango Delta?

• Visit the Delta and share their experiences

• Donate to local businesses

• Avoid visiting to reduce impact

• Support mining activities