Axolotl Conservation and Xochimilco's Ecosystem

What is the significance of the canals in Xochimilco?

• They are remnants of a lake system from the Aztec Empire.

• They are used for industrial purposes.

• They are a recent development in Mexico City.

• They are a modern tourist attraction.

How is the axolotl culturally significant?

• It is a symbol of modern technology.

• It is named after an Aztec God and appears in popular media.

• It is a popular pet worldwide.

• It is a common species found globally.

What are chinampas?

• Natural islands in Xochimilco.

• Floating gardens used for agriculture.

• Modern farming techniques.

• Artificial lakes created for tourism.

Why is it difficult to spot axolotls in the wild?

• They are nocturnal creatures.

• They migrate frequently.

• They have been pushed to the brink of extinction.

• They are only found in aquariums.

What challenges do axolotls face in their natural habitat?

• Lack of food resources.

• Overpopulation in their habitat.

• Pollution and invasive fish species.

• Competition with native fish species.

What is the purpose of the environmental DNA technique?

• To track the migration patterns of axolotls.

• To create new habitats for axolotls.

• To increase the population of axolotls.

• To detect organisms indirectly from cellular material.

What is the focus of research at UNAM's laboratory?

• Creating artificial habitats for axolotls.

• Developing new species of axolotls.

• Studying axolotl interactions with invasive species.

• Breeding axolotls for the pet trade.

Why were carp and tilapia introduced to Mexico City?

• To enhance the biodiversity of the canals.

• To provide a food source for the city.

• To control the axolotl population.

• To improve water quality.

What is the Chinampa Refugio Project?

• A modern agricultural technique.

• A tourism project in Xochimilco.

• A scientific study on axolotl behavior.

• An initiative to restore traditional farming and support axolotl conservation.

What is the long-term goal of the Chinampa Refugio Project?

• To eliminate invasive species from Xochimilco.

• To increase tourism in Xochimilco.

• To create a new species of axolotl.

• To restore 60% of Xochimilco's lands for sustainable farming.