GK Quiz on Endangered Species in the World: Think You Know Endangered Species? Put Your Knowledge to the Test

The natural world is filled with incredible diversity, but unfortunately, many species are facing a serious threat: extinction. These animals and plants listed as endangered are on the verge of disappearing forever. Their disappearance would not only be a tragedy for their species, but also a major blow to the health of Earth’s ecosystems.

However, conservation efforts around the world are working tirelessly to protect these fragile populations. From habitat restoration to anti-poaching initiatives, dedicated individuals and organizations are working to turn the tide.

Now’s your chance to test your knowledge of endangered species and the important role they play in the world. Take this quiz to see if you can identify the threats they face, the organizations working to save them, and some of the incredible creatures on the brink of extinction.

1. Which of the following is not a major threat to endangered species?

a) Habitat loss and destruction

b) Climate Change

c) Introduction of invasive species

d) Responsible ecotourism

Answer: d)

2. The giant panda is an endangered species. Which country is it native to?

a) India

b) China

c) Australia

d) Brazil

Answer: b)

3. Which of the following is the logo of the World Wildlife Fund (WWF)?

a) Giant Panda

b) Elephant

c) Tiger

d) Polar bear

Answer: a)

4. Illegal hunting or poaching of animals for their body parts poses a significant threat to which endangered species?

a) Blue Whale

b) Black Rhino

c) Leatherback turtle

d) All of the above

Answer: d)

5. Which international organization is responsible for maintaining the Red List of Threatened Species to track the conservation status of different species?

World Health Organization (WHO)

b) International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)

c) United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)

d) Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)

Answer: b)

6. Which of the following statements about endangered species is false?

a) Conservation efforts can help bring species back from the brink of extinction.

b) All endangered species are likely to disappear completely within a few years.

c) Protecting endangered species is essential to maintaining healthy ecosystems.

d) Endangered species populations have not yet been successfully restored.

Answer: b)

7. The Amur leopard is a critically endangered large cat species. In which region is it distributed?

a) Sub-Saharan Africa

b) Southeast Asia

c) Russian Far East

d) South America

Answer: c)

8. What is the main reason for the decline of monarch butterfly populations in North America?

a) Habitat loss due to deforestation

b) Excessive use of pesticides

c) Climate change affects migration patterns

d) All of the above

Answer: d)

9. The Sumatran orangutan is an endangered ape that lives on which island?

a) Borneo

b) Sumatra

c) Madagascar

d) New Guinea

Answer: b)

10. What simple actions can you take to help endangered species?

a) Reduce consumption of products that contribute to habitat loss.

b) Support organizations working towards conservation.

c) Spread awareness about endangered species and their threats.

d) All of the above

Answer: d)

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