Anti-Poaching and Drone Technology Quiz

What is the main reason for the decline in elephant and rhino populations?

• Natural disasters

• Climate change

• Habitat loss

• Poaching

Why are drones considered effective in anti-poaching efforts?

• They can operate stealthily at night

• They are easy to repair

• They are cost-effective

• They can fly at high altitudes

What is a significant challenge faced by anti-poaching teams in the African bush?

• Limited manpower

• Lack of funding

• Dangerous wildlife

• Poor communication

What is the first action taken when an incursion is detected by a drone?

• The drone activates its lights

• The anti-poaching team is deployed

• The drone enters a loiter pattern

• The drone returns to base

What is the primary purpose of using thermal cameras on drones?

• To enhance flight stability

• To improve battery life

• To detect thermal signatures of humans and animals

• To capture high-resolution images

What is the Bat Hawk drone primarily used for?

• Mapping terrain

• Transporting supplies

• Daytime surveillance

• Nighttime anti-poaching operations

How does the presence of drones affect poaching activities in an area?

• It increases poaching activities

• It has no effect

• It makes poaching more difficult

• It reduces poaching activities

What is a significant benefit of using VTOL type aircraft in anti-poaching efforts?

• They can take off and land vertically

• They are more durable

• They are cheaper to produce

• They have longer flight times

What is one of the broader implications of poaching on African countries?

• Improved international relations

• Loss of tourism revenue

• Boost in local employment

• Increased agricultural output

How does poaching indirectly contribute to funding terrorist organizations?

• Through illegal wildlife trade profits

• Through government subsidies

• By selling poached animals to tourists

• By increasing local employment