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Question 1: Which of these turtle species is featured in today’s image?
- Green sea turtle
- Leatherback sea turtle
- Spiny softshell turtle
Correct Answer: Green sea turtle
Fact: The name comes from the green fat under its shell, a result of its seagrass-based diet, rather than the color of the shell, which is typically olive to black. The green sea turtle is found in tropical and subtropical seas around the world; it has two distinct populations in the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, as well as a presence in the Indian Ocean.
Question 2: Which of the following states has the largest population of green sea turtles?
- Alabama
- Florida
- Texas
Correct Answer: Florida
Fact: The largest populations of green sea turtles in the US are found in Florida and the Hawaiian Islands, key habitats for the species. Green sea turtles also inhabit various coastal regions. Along the Pacific coast, they range from southern California to the southern tip of Alaska, while in Gulf of Mexico and the Atlantic coast, they can be found from Texas up to Maine.
Question 3: Which species is no longer endangered in the US?
- Red wolf
- Bog turtle
- American bison
Correct Answer: American bison
Fact: Since the late 19th century, the American bison population has made a remarkable recovery, growing from just 325 individuals in 1884 to around 500,000 by 2017. About 20,500 plains bison are part of conservation herds, while an additional 420,000 are raised in commercial herds. Although no longer at risk of extinction, the species faces significant challenges. The loss of genetic diversity and the absence of natural selection forces hinder efforts to restore bison to their ecological role in nature.