CLEAN : South Africa snips lions to manage species in small reserves

The video discusses the management of lion populations in reserves, focusing on the challenges of maintaining a balanced ecosystem. It highlights the need to control lion numbers to prevent prey depletion and inbreeding. The video also covers the growth rate of lion populations and the space limitations in South Africa. Invasive techniques, such as ovary removal, are used to manage populations within fenced reserves.

What is a 'prey trap' in the context of lion population management?

• A strategy to relocate lions to different reserves.

• A technique to increase the number of prey animals.

• A method to capture lions for research purposes.

• A situation where there are too many lions and not enough prey.

Why is it important to manage lion populations in reserves?

• To allow lions to hunt more prey species.

• To prevent inbreeding and maintain genetic diversity.

• To ensure lions have enough space to roam freely.

• To increase the number of lions rapidly.

What would happen to the lion population growth rate without management?

• It would increase to 22% per year.

• It would decrease to 1% per year.

• It would remain stable at 2% per year.

• It would decline due to lack of resources.

What is the current growth rate of lion populations with management?

• 5% per year

• 10% per year

• 2% per year

• 22% per year

Why is removing ovaries considered an invasive technique?

• It is a non-invasive method that doesn't affect the lions.

• It requires relocating the lions to another reserve.

• It involves capturing and sedating the lions.

• It is a natural process that occurs without human intervention.