VOICED: Charity rescues bears from bile farms in southwestern China

The video discusses the plight of moon bears rescued from bile farms in China, where they suffer from severe health issues due to inhumane conditions. Bear bile is used in traditional Chinese medicine, but there are synthetic and herbal alternatives. Organizations like Animals Asia are working to rescue these bears and promote policy changes to end the practice. Despite efforts, many bears remain in captivity, highlighting the need for continued advocacy and change.

What was the reason for the closure of a bile farm by the local government?

• The farm was located in a restricted area.

• The farm was using illegal extraction methods.

• The farm was mistreating animals.

• The farm was not profitable.

In traditional Chinese medicine, what is bear bile used for?

• To improve digestion

• To enhance memory

• To combat fever and protect the liver

• To increase energy levels

How is the practice of bile extraction described in the video?

• As a humane and necessary practice

• As the worst atrocity to animals worldwide

• As a minor inconvenience for the bears

• As a beneficial practice for animal health

What alternatives to bear bile are suggested by Animals Asia?

• Using bile from other animals

• Synthetic and herbal alternatives

• Increased bear farming

• Importing bile from other countries

What agreement did Animals Asia engineer with Sichuan forestry authorities?

• To create new bile extraction methods

• To increase the number of bile farms

• To rescue and deliver 500 bears

• To export bear bile internationally