VOICED : Alerta en Venezuela por “peste” de caracol africano gigante

VOICED : Alerta en Venezuela por “peste” de caracol africano gigante

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Interactive Video

Biology, Science, Geography

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

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Wayground Content

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A giant African snail infestation has been detected in Maracaibo, Venezuela, due to prolonged rains. The snails, considered invasive, pose threats to agriculture and human health by spreading diseases like meningitis. Authorities have collected hundreds daily, but the total number remains unknown.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What factor has contributed to the reproduction of giant African snails in Maracaibo?

Increased humidity

Prolonged rainfall

High temperatures

Lack of predators

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Approximately how many snails have been collected in some areas of Maracaibo in a single day?

200 to 250

350 to 400

100 to 150

500 to 550

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why are giant African snails considered an invasive species?

They are native to Venezuela

They reproduce slowly

They have a short lifespan

They have a high reproductive capacity and long lifespan

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following diseases can be transmitted by giant African snails?

Cholera

Tuberculosis

Meningitis

Malaria

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the impacts of giant African snails on agriculture?

They improve soil fertility

They increase crop yield

They act as pollinators

They damage crops