Fakahatchee Strand and Orchid Conservation Quiz

What was the primary reason for the desecration of the Fakahatchee Strand in the 1940s and 50s?

• Urbanization

• Agricultural expansion

• Logging and poaching

• Tourism development

What makes the Super Ghost orchid unique in Florida?

• It blooms only once a decade

• Its location is publicly known

• It grows underwater

• It is the smallest orchid species

Where is the Super Ghost orchid's seed pod being sent for study and propagation?

• New York Botanical Garden

• Kew Gardens

• San Francisco Botanical Garden

• Atlanta Botanical Garden

What is the scientific name of the cigar orchid?

• Cyrtopodium punctatum

• Vanda coerulea

• Dendrobium nobile

• Phalaenopsis amabilis

What was the approximate number of cigar orchids remaining in Florida before restoration efforts began?

• 500

• 200

• 100

• 50

How long does it take for a propagated orchid to be ready for out-planting?

• Four years

• Three years

• Two years

• One year

What is a key concern for the Fakahatchee population of cowhorn orchids?

• Genetic diversity

• Lack of sunlight

• Water scarcity

• Soil erosion

What is the goal for the number of orchids to be out-planted in the Fakahatchee?

• 500

• 750

• 1,000

• 1,500

What challenges do conservationists face during out-planting expeditions in the Fakahatchee?

• Extreme temperatures

• Thorns, muck, and wildlife

• Lack of funding

• Limited access to the area

What is the purpose of planting orchids at different heights during the out-planting experiments?

• To avoid predators

• To increase sunlight exposure

• To determine the best growth conditions

• To test soil quality