CLEAN : Kenya launches elephant census

The video discusses an elephant census conducted every three years to monitor population trends in a key ecosystem. In 2014, 11,217 elephants were counted, showing a 10% decline from 2011 due to poaching. However, 85% of these elephants were in protected areas, indicating a 10% increase in park populations. While drought-related mortality is noted, poaching remains the primary threat, though it has been contained. The video also considers the potential impact of the SGR on elephant movement, though it is too early to determine significant effects. This census serves as baseline data for future assessments.

What was the total number of elephants counted in the 2014 assessment?

• 9,800

• 12,500

• 10,000

• 11,217

What was the primary reason for the 10% decline in elephant numbers from 2011 to 2014?

• Disease

• Poaching

• Habitat loss

• Drought

What percentage of the 11,217 elephants were found within protected areas?

• 75%

• 95%

• 85%

• 65%

Which factor is not expected to significantly affect elephant numbers according to the assessment?

• Disease

• Poaching

• Drought-related mortality

• Habitat destruction

What is the current status of the impact of SGR construction on elephant movements?

• Significant impact observed

• No impact observed

• Too early to determine

• Positive impact observed