The following questions are from the “Microsoft Rewards Bing Homepage Quiz” for 11-3-2024. Let us know in the comments if you find the wrong answer to any question!!!
Question 1: Today’s image features the Ría Lagartos Biosphere Reserve. Where are we?
- Mexico
- Costa Rica
- United States
Correct Answer: Mexico
Fact: The Ría Lagartos Biosphere Reserve in Mexico’s Yucatán spans over 230 square miles and features diverse ecosystems, including wetlands, mangroves, and coastal lagoons. As a hub for ecotourism, this UNESCO-designated reserve promotes sustainable activities like birdwatching and kayaking, benefiting local communities while preserving their traditional practices and the region’s rich biodiversity.
Question 2: Which is the world’s first five-country biosphere reserve?
- Julian Alps
- Tribugá-Cupica-Baudó
- Mura-Drava-Danube
Correct Answer: Mura-Drava-Danube
Fact: The Mura-Drava-Danube Biosphere Reserve stretches across parts of Austria, Slovenia, Croatia, Hungary, and Serbia. This transboundary reserve covers sections of the Mura, Drava, and Danube Rivers, forming a vital ecological corridor known as the ‘Amazon of Europe’ due to its rich biodiversity.
Question 3: Which country has the most biosphere reserves?
- Russia
- Spain
- China
Correct Answer: Spain
Fact: Spain boasts the highest number of biosphere reserves in the world, with a total of 55 recognized by UNESCO. Notable examples include the Doñana Biosphere Reserve, famous for its wetlands and birdlife, and the Picos de Europa National Park, known for its mountainous landscapes.