Abuko National Park

1. Where is Abuko National Park located?

A) In Mauritania
B) In Guinea-Bissau
C) In the Gambia
D) In Senegal

2. What was Abuko National Park's significance when it was designated?

A) It was the country's first wildlife reserve.
B) It was a UNESCO World Heritage site.
C) It was known for its marine life.
D) It was the largest park in Africa.

3. When did Abuko National Park receive initial protection?

A) In 1975
B) In 1980
C) In 1916
D) In 1967

4. What action was taken in 1916 to protect Abuko National Park?

A) Tiger enclosures were built.
B) A wildlife sanctuary was established.
C) The Lamin Stream was fenced.
D) Tourist facilities were developed.

5. Who visited Abuko National Park in 1967 and recognized its conservation importance?

A) Jane Goodall
B) Eddie Brewer and his daughter Stella Marsden
C) David Attenborough
D) Richard Leakey

6. What department was established at Abuko National Park in 1968?

A) The Forest Conservation Agency
B) The Ministry of Tourism
C) The Gambia Department of Parks and Wildlife Management
D) The Department of Environmental Protection

7. What type of forest landscape is found in Abuko National Park?

A) Deciduous forest
B) Coniferous forest
C) Rainforest
D) Savanna and gallery forest

8. Which tree species can be typically found in Abuko National Park?

A) Oil palm, mahogany, iroko and Anthocleista procera
B) Oak, pine, birch and maple
C) Eucalyptus, acacia, baobab and neem
D) Cedar, fir, spruce and willow

9. Which of the following is not a monkey species found in Abuko National Park?

A) Red colobus monkeys
B) Patas monkeys
C) Chimpanzees
D) Vervet monkeys

10. Which large carnivore is kept in an enclosure at Abuko National Park?

A) Hyenas
B) Lions
C) Tigers
D) Leopards

11. What type of crocodile can be found in Abuko National Park?

A) Saltwater crocodiles
B) Nile and dwarf crocodiles
C) American alligators
D) Gharial

12. Which of the following birds is not recorded in Abuko National Park?

A) West African pied hornbills
B) Penguins
C) Green turacos
D) Ahanta francolins

13. Why has Abuko National Park been designated an Important Bird Area (IBA)?

A) It is a nesting ground for migratory birds.
B) It is the only place where certain birds can be found.
C) It supports significant populations of various bird species.
D) It has the largest number of bird species in Africa.

14. Which reptile listed is not found in Abuko National Park?

A) Monitor lizard
B) Komodo dragon
C) Green mamba
D) Spitting cobra

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