Okomu National Park
  • 1. How many native plant species are found in the Okomu Forest Reserve?
A) 45
B) 60
C) 22
D) 90
  • 2. Which two plant families have the most species in the Okomu Forest Reserve?
A) Poisonous plants and herbs
B) Fungi and mushrooms
C) Euphorbiaceae and legumes
D) Rubber and oil-palm
  • 3. How many plant families have just one species each in the Okomu Forest Reserve?
A) 22
B) 90
C) 60
D) 45
  • 4. What types of plants were identified as beneficial medicinal plants in the reserve?
A) Rubber and oil-palm
B) 90 native plant species
C) 22 plant families and 45 species
D) 50 leafy plants and 10 types of mushrooms
  • 5. Why are the residents of various communities in the South-South region of Nigeria interested in the medicinal plants?
A) For traditional healthcare practices
B) For illegal logging
C) For commercial farming
D) For eco-tourism
  • 6. What is one major threat to Okomu National Park?
A) Partnership with foreign investors
B) Strict regulations for visitors
C) Large-scale illegal logging
D) Formation of Local Advisory Committee
  • 7. What did the executive director of LifeTag call for in 2009?
A) Dissolution of Local Advisory Committee
B) Reduction of eco-tourism efforts
C) Expansion of rubber plantations
D) Urgent action by the Edo State government to prevent illegal encroachment and logging
  • 8. What is the Federal government eager to partner with?
A) Visitors for strict regulations
B) NGOs for illegal logging
C) Local communities for farming
D) Foreign investors for developing eco-tourism
  • 9. What was established by the park's management in October 2010?
A) A new eco-tourism project
B) A rubber plantation
C) A Local Advisory Committee (LAC)
D) An illegal logging task force
  • 10. What is the purpose of the Local Advisory Committee?
A) To reduce eco-tourism efforts
B) To expand rubber plantations
C) To provide a platform for park management and local communities to work together on mutual interests
D) To promote large-scale illegal logging
  • 11. What did Mohammed Yakubu Kolo say about the establishment of LAC?
A) It will increase logging activities
B) It will lead to more illegal encroachment
C) It is the most significant move to guarantee protection of the park's resources and splendour
D) It will reduce eco-tourism potential
  • 12. What role does the forestry officer believe LAC will play?
A) Promote illegal logging
B) Reduce eco-tourism
C) Expand rubber plantations
D) Help communities work together to stop poaching
  • 13. Why is the protected area of Okomu National Forest considered vulnerable?
A) It is too small and without further protection efforts, it may not remain viable long into the future
B) Because it has too many plant species
C) Due to strict regulations for visitors
D) Because of successful eco-tourism partnerships
  • 14. Which endangered mammal is mentioned as inhabiting Okomu National Park?
A) White-throated guenon
B) Thomas's galago
C) African forest elephant
D) Red river hog
  • 15. How many species of mammals are present in Okomu National Park?
A) 25-50
B) 33
C) 46
D) 150
  • 16. What year was a one-year-old elephant carcass found in the park?
A) 2003
B) 2009
C) 2007
D) 1982
  • 17. Which of these mammals is not mentioned as inhabiting Okomu National Park?
A) Civet cat
B) Dwarf crocodile
C) African buffalo
D) Sitatunga
  • 18. Which vulnerable primate species can be found in Okomu National Park?
A) White-throated guenon
B) Chimpanzee
C) Mona monkey
D) Thomas's galago
  • 19. In which year were chimpanzees reported to be present in the region of Okomu National Park?
A) 1982
B) 2007
C) 2009
D) 2003
  • 20. Which bird species is not listed among those found in Okomu National Park?
A) Grey parrot
B) Fish eagle
C) Cattle egret
D) Angolan pitta
  • 21. How many species of birds have been identified in the park?
A) 33
B) 25–50
C) About 150
D) 46
  • 22. How many species of molluscs were found in a small area survey?
A) 25–50
B) 46
C) 150
D) 33
  • 23. Which family of snails accounted for over a third of the molluscs found in Okomu National Park?
A) Streptaxidae
B) Red river hog
C) African forest elephant
D) White-throated guenon
  • 24. How many species of butterflies are present in Okomu National Park?
A) 150
B) 33
C) Over 700
D) 46
  • 25. What was Okomu National Park originally known as?
A) Benin Rainforest
B) Nigerian Lowland Forests
C) Okomu Wildlife Sanctuary
D) Edo Forest Reserve
  • 26. What is the approximate size of Okomu National Park?
A) 1000 km2
B) 500 km2
C) 300 km2
D) 200 km2
  • 27. How far is Okomu National Park from Benin City?
A) 70 km southwest
B) 80 km northeast
C) 50 km southeast
D) 60 km northwest
  • 28. What natural feature defines the eastern boundary of Okomu National Park?
A) Niger River
B) Benin River
C) Osse River
D) Ovia River
  • 29. Which organization took over management of the sanctuary in 1987?
A) World Wildlife Fund (WWF)
B) Nigerian Conservation Foundation (NCF)
C) Conservation International
D) Greenpeace
  • 30. What year was the sanctuary taken over by the National Park Service?
A) 2005
B) 2010
C) 1999
D) 1987
  • 31. Which of these trees is NOT mentioned as common in Okomu National Park?
A) Kapok
B) Baobab
C) Triplochiton scleroxylon
D) Celtis zenkeri
  • 32. What is the height of one of the tree houses in Okomu National Park?
A) 43 metres (140 ft)
B) 30 metres (98 ft)
C) 50 metres (164 ft)
D) 60 metres (197 ft)
  • 33. What type of monkeys are often found in the fig trees near the park entrance?
A) Gorillas
B) Baboons
C) Chimpanzees
D) Mona monkeys
  • 34. Which of these is NOT a type of vegetation found in Okomu National Park?
A) Savanna woodland
B) Secondary forest
C) High forest
D) Swamp-forest
  • 35. What was one reason for the establishment of a wildlife sanctuary in Okomu National Park?
A) Urban development
B) Agricultural expansion
C) High biodiversity
D) Oil exploration
  • 36. What is a potential drawback of managing Okomu National Park?
A) Stopping all conservation efforts
B) Reconciling development with preservation
C) Eliminating tourism completely
D) Encouraging deforestation
  • 37. What is one of the visitor amenities available in Okomu Forest Reserve?
A) Shopping malls
B) Swimming pools
C) Well-maintained visitor centers
D) Amusement parks
  • 38. Which activity is offered for those interested in exploring the diverse ecosystems of Okomu Forest Reserve?
A) Rock climbing
B) Skiing
C) Mountain biking
D) Guided nature walks
  • 39. What type of tours provide insights into conservation efforts and local ecology in Okomu Forest Reserve?
A) Adventure sports tours
B) City sightseeing tours
C) Educational guided tours
D) Culinary tours
  • 40. For bird enthusiasts, what activity is available at Okomu Forest Reserve?
A) Bird watching
B) Kayaking
C) Horseback riding
D) Fishing
  • 41. What unique perspective can visitors experience through canopy tours in Okomu Forest Reserve?
A) Diving into deep lakes
B) Sailing on open seas
C) Exploring underground caves
D) Soaring among the treetops
  • 42. What is offered for a leisurely escape amidst the lush surroundings of Okomu Forest Reserve?
A) Designated picnic areas
B) Amphitheaters
C) Golf courses
D) Beach volleyball courts
  • 43. What type of accommodation options does Okomu Forest Reserve offer for extended stays?
A) Camping sites
B) Comfortable accommodation options
C) Hostels
D) Luxury hotels
  • 44. Which governmental agency is responsible for the oversight of national parks in Nigeria?
A) Ministry of Agriculture
B) Department of Wildlife
C) Environmental Protection Agency
D) National Parks Service (NPS)
  • 45. What type of environmental problem might the low diversity of terrestrial molluscs indicate?
A) Subtle environmental problems
B) Overpopulation
C) High biodiversity
D) Stable ecosystem
  • 46. How does the molluscan diversity in Okomu National Park compare to that of Cameroon and Sabah?
A) No comparison available
B) Higher diversity
C) Much lower diversity
D) Similar diversity
  • 47. When did representatives of the park's management meet with leaders from bordering communities?
A) October 2010
B) 1999
C) 2009
D) 2023
  • 48. Who said the establishment of LAC is significant for protecting Okomu Park?
A) Local farming leaders
B) The executive director of LifeTag
C) Mohammed Yakubu Kolo
D) Federal government representatives
  • 49. What is a key component of Okomu National Park's conservation technique?
A) Relaxing legal restrictions on park activities
B) Encouraging illegal logging for economic gain
C) Stringent law enforcement
D) Ignoring community needs and concerns
  • 50. What is one of the primary sources of revenue for Okomu National Park?
A) Fishing licenses
B) Agricultural exports
C) Tourism Revenue
D) Oil production
  • 51. Under what conditions are river cruises available in Okomu Forest Reserve?
A) On weekends exclusively
B) During winter only
C) Only at night
D) When conditions permit
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