3 Things to Know About Cecil the Lion

The video discusses the death of Cecil, a well-known African lion, and its impact on lion conservation. Cecil was killed by a trophy hunter, raising concerns about illegal hunting practices. The video highlights the decline in lion populations, with numbers dropping significantly over the past decades. It explains lion social structures, where the death of a male lion can lead to the loss of his offspring. Research on Cecil provided valuable insights into lion behavior and migration. The video concludes with a discussion on the sustainability of trophy hunting, emphasizing the need for strict laws informed by wildlife science.

What was the main reason Cecil's death was considered illegal?

• He was lured out of the park with raw meat.

• The hunters had a legal permit.

• He was killed by a local villager.

• He was killed inside the national park.

How does the death of a male lion like Cecil affect his pride?

• It has no effect on the pride.

• It leads to the potential death of his cubs.

• It increases the pride's territory.

• It results in more food for the pride.

What is the primary goal of a typical male lion in a pride?

• To protect the territory from humans.

• To create as many offspring as possible.

• To migrate to other prides frequently.

• To hunt for food for the pride.

What did researchers learn about male lion migration from studying Cecil?

• Males can migrate up to 200 kilometers.

• Males only migrate when they are old.

• Males never leave their birth pride.

• Males migrate to avoid trophy hunters.

What stance does Dr. David McDonald take on trophy hunting?

• He believes it can be sustainable with strict laws.

• He is against all forms of hunting.

• He fully supports trophy hunting.

• He thinks it should be banned worldwide.