Tennessee Wildlife Conservation Challenges

The video discusses the importance of regular checkups for both humans and animals, highlighting the U.S. Fish and Wildlife's five-year review to assess species facing extinction in Tennessee. It outlines threats to wildlife, such as invasive species and sediment, which harm aquatic ecosystems. The video also covers endangered species like the Laurel Dace and Barons top minnow, emphasizing conservation efforts. Success stories, such as the recovery of the snail Duggar, are shared, showcasing progress in wildlife conservation.

Why is it important for both humans and animals to have regular checkups?

• To ensure they are healthy and catch issues early

• To improve their diet

• To reduce medical costs

• To increase their lifespan

What is the main purpose of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife's five-year review?

• To increase funding for wildlife

• To develop new wildlife parks

• To promote tourism

• To assess species facing extinction

What is identified as the number one threat to Tennessee wildlife?

• Climate change

• Sediment

• Deforestation

• Pollution

How does sediment negatively impact aquatic life?

• By introducing toxins

• By smothering eggs and clogging gills

• By increasing water temperature

• By reducing oxygen levels

Which species is currently endangered and acts as a filter feeder in rivers?

• Laurel Dace fish

• Oyster mussel

• Barons top minnow

• Mosquito fish

What is the main threat to the Barons top minnow?

• Climate change

• Habitat loss

• Mosquito fish

• Overfishing

How often does the Endangered Species Act require species to be reviewed?

• Every year

• Every ten years

• Every three years

• Every five years

What is notable about Tennessee's freshwater fish diversity?

• It is the highest in the country for its area

• It is the lowest in the country

• It is declining rapidly

• It is the highest in the world

Which species is no longer considered endangered due to conservation efforts?

• Smoky mad Tom

• Snail Duggar

• Laurel Dace fish

• Oyster mussel

What is the hope for the Smoky mad Tom catfish in the upcoming review?

• It will be added to the endangered list

• It will show improvement

• It will be unaffected

• It will be declared extinct