The eastern bongo, a critically endangered beauty

The video introduces the eastern bongo, a large, chestnut and white-striped herbivore found in Kenya. Despite their size, they are timid and active during twilight to avoid predators. With only about 100 left in the wild, they are critically endangered due to hunting and habitat destruction. Conservation efforts in Kenya aim to protect them by designating shelters for safe movement.

Where can the eastern bongo be found in the wild?

• Throughout Africa

• In four isolated regions of Kenya

• In the rainforests of South America

• In the deserts of Australia

What is the approximate weight range of an eastern bongo?

• 500 to 900 pounds

• 50 to 100 pounds

• 1000 to 1500 pounds

• 200 to 400 pounds

When are eastern bongos most active?

• At midnight

• During the day

• At noon

• During twilight and dusk

What is the estimated number of eastern bongos left in the wild?

• About 1000

• About 500

• About 100

• About 50

What are the main threats to the eastern bongo?

• Disease and competition for food

• Hunting and habitat destruction

• Natural disasters

• Climate change and pollution