Watamu Marine National Park

Watamu Marine National Park - Quiz

1. In which year was Watamu Marine National Park established?

A) 1979
B) 1968
C) 1997
D) 1985

2. How far is Watamu Marine National Park from Mombasa, Kenya's second largest city?

A) 50 miles (80 km)
B) About 90 miles (140 km)
C) 200 miles (320 km)
D) 120 miles (190 km)

3. What designation was given to Watamu Marine Park in 1979?

A) Wildlife sanctuary
B) National park
C) Biosphere reserve
D) World Heritage Site

4. How many species of fish are found in the main park area of Watamu Marine National Park?

A) 800 species
B) 100 species
C) Over 500 species
D) 300 species

5. Which types of turtles nest at the main park's beach in Watamu?

A) Loggerhead and leatherback turtles
B) Hawksbill and loggerhead turtles
C) Green, hawksbill, and olive ridley turtles
D) Kemp's Ridley and green turtles

6. What was the main impact on the coral reefs in Watamu Marine Park between 1997 and 1998?

A) Bleaching of the water
B) Coral mining
C) Overfishing
D) Oil spillage

7. What contributes to increased threats on Watamu's marine ecosystems?

A) Urbanization and coastal development
B) Climate change only
C) Natural disasters
D) Volcanic activity

8. Which conservation method involves paying fishermen to tag and release sea turtles in Watamu?

A) Creating artificial reefs
B) Banning fishing entirely
C) Introducing new predators
D) Direct payment method program

9. What kind of habitat is the creek in Watamu Marine Park?

A) A landfill site
B) An important spawning habitat for numerous fish species
C) A breeding ground for sharks only
D) A recreational area for tourists

10. What is the purpose of Watamu Turtle Watch (WTW) volunteers visiting landing sites?

A) To catch and relocate turtles
B) To feed the turtles
C) To photograph the fishermen
D) To measure, examine, and tag released sea turtles

11. What is a trade-off mentioned in relation to Watamu's conservation efforts?

A) Between tourism and fishing
B) Between economic growth and environmental conservation
C) Between urban development and rural preservation
D) Between agriculture and forestry

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