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1
Q

What are the 3 types of ecosystems in ecosystem management?

A

masai mara

terai region in nepal

peat bogs

2
Q

What is the masai mara?

A
  • it is a savannah ecosystem

- native population are semi-nomadic pastoralists

3
Q

Why does masai mara need management?

A
  • local people use the land which damages the ecoysystem
  • WWF found massive deelive of hooted animals in recent decades
  • conservation charities workign with masai to stop the damage to ecosystem
    by providing alternative sources of income e.g. ecotourism
4
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What is the terai region nepal?

A

it is a forest

- contains many species - some of which are endangered species e.g. bengal tiger

5
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Why does the terai region need management?

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  • local people use the forest for resources e.g. fire wood, building materials
  • reduces habitat
  • closer contact between animals and humans e.g. eat crops or kill livestock
  • WWF work with local people to conserve the forest and animal species e.g. gas stoves, educate locals
6
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What are peat bogs and why are they managed?

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  • home to many unique species of plants and animals
  • fragile ecosystems
  • slow to recover from damage
  • Grazing animals damage ecosystem
  • conservation programmes and charities reward farmers for using peat
    bogs in a sustainable way