Wildlife species identification - who do you know?
Note that in every case your first step to helping wildlife is to recognize the species, as well as their life stage. Fill out this brief wildlife ID quiz and be the first to get all answers right. Join the team of wildlife enthusiasts and ambassadors and show your knowledge of species, protection and conservation status in Belize.
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Do you know who I am and if I am listed as a protected species in Belize? Check all that apply.
This patient was attacked by dogs in a residential neighbourhood in San Ignacio. Thanks to a network of supporters she was successfully rescued, and then treated for her injuries, rehabilitated and returned to the wild by Belize Wildlife & Referral Clinic (BWRC). Note that she was released in a private protected area outside of town to avoid conflict with domestic dogs.
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Which species of wild cat am I?
This patient was brought to BWRC by the Forest Department. She was an illegal pet in poor condition. BWRC provides veterinary care and rehabilitation for imperiled wildlife under a MOU with the Forest Department.
This patient was brought to BWRC by the Forest Department. She was an illegal pet in poor condition. BWRC provides veterinary care and rehabilitation for imperiled wildlife under a MOU with the Forest Department.
Which species of cat is this?
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Which species is this?
This patient suffered a commonly seen injury - he was hit by a car while trying to cross a road. Fortunately and thanks to the help and support of many, from rescuer, to transporter to carers to our supply donors and sponsors and with the help of veterinary care this animal recovered fully and was released in a large protected area.
This patient suffered a commonly seen injury - he was hit by a car while trying to cross a road. Fortunately and thanks to the help and support of many, from rescuer, to transporter to carers to our supply donors and sponsors and with the help of veterinary care this animal recovered fully and was released in a large protected area.
What are my names and what is my conservation status (please check all that apply)?
This patient was reportedly found on the ground as an orphan and sold to persons wanting to help the poor baby, yet lacking the awareness that it is illegal to sell or buy native belizean wildlife. Furthermore everyone was shocked to find that the animal had gunshot in him, indicating that he was not an orphan, but a victim of wildlife poaching by hunters.
This patient was reportedly found on the ground as an orphan and sold to persons wanting to help the poor baby, yet lacking the awareness that it is illegal to sell or buy native belizean wildlife. Furthermore everyone was shocked to find that the animal had gunshot in him, indicating that he was not an orphan, but a victim of wildlife poaching by hunters.
What are my names and what is my conservation status (please check all that apply)?
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Do you know my species, and life stage? And am I protected by law? (check at least 3 answers)
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Do you know my species, and life stage? And what my protection status in Belize? (check at least 3 answers)
BWRC veterinarians provide field support to several organisations to assess wildlife population health. This bird is well developed and weighs ~400g. Note that identification of "baby animals" requires thorough knowledge of species anatomy, biology and ecology.
BWRC veterinarians provide field support to several organisations to assess wildlife population health. This bird is well developed and weighs ~400g. Note that identification of "baby animals" requires thorough knowledge of species anatomy, biology and ecology.
Do you know my species, and life stage?
Victim of Human Wildlife Conflict: this bird was fatally wounded by gunshot.
Victim of Human Wildlife Conflict: this bird was fatally wounded by gunshot.
Do you know my species, and life stage?
BWRC provides veterinary care to avian, mammal and reptile patients not only for the purpose of returning them to the wild or in support of field conservation, but also to improve captive animal health and welfare. This pet patient had been banded by the Forest Department as a permitted wildlife pet and was seen at BWRC for a serious issue for all birds: respiratory infection and vitamin deficiency. Thanks to veterinary examination and treatment as well as the help of the dedicated owner he recovered fully.
BWRC provides veterinary care to avian, mammal and reptile patients not only for the purpose of returning them to the wild or in support of field conservation, but also to improve captive animal health and welfare. This pet patient had been banded by the Forest Department as a permitted wildlife pet and was seen at BWRC for a serious issue for all birds: respiratory infection and vitamin deficiency. Thanks to veterinary examination and treatment as well as the help of the dedicated owner he recovered fully.
Do you know my species, and life stage?
At this stage species ID can only be done with further information and expertise. To our experts it may be of help to find the correct answer by knowing that these chicks weighed in at about 20 g.
At this stage species ID can only be done with further information and expertise. To our experts it may be of help to find the correct answer by knowing that these chicks weighed in at about 20 g.
Do you know my species, and life stage?
Victim of wildlife crime: This patient had been poached by illegals in one of Belize's most precious protected areas and only saved because of vigilant and well trained protected areas managers. Thanks to close cooperation between multiple agencies and organisations, BWRC was able to return this chick (and it's sibling) to it's site of origin. Foster parents fledged these chicks.
Victim of wildlife crime: This patient had been poached by illegals in one of Belize's most precious protected areas and only saved because of vigilant and well trained protected areas managers. Thanks to close cooperation between multiple agencies and organisations, BWRC was able to return this chick (and it's sibling) to it's site of origin. Foster parents fledged these chicks.
Do you know my species, and life stage? And am I endangered? (check 3 answers)
BWRC provides veterinary care to avian, mammal and reptile patients not only for the purpose of returning them to the wild or in support of field conservation, but also to improve captive animal health and welfare. This pet patient had been banded by the Forest Department as a permitted wildlife pet and was seen at BWRC for a general checkup.
BWRC provides veterinary care to avian, mammal and reptile patients not only for the purpose of returning them to the wild or in support of field conservation, but also to improve captive animal health and welfare. This pet patient had been banded by the Forest Department as a permitted wildlife pet and was seen at BWRC for a general checkup.
Do you know our species, and life stage? And are we considered an endangered species? (check 3 answers)
These 4 were found on the ground. Unfortunately their parents could not be located and the Forest Department brought the birds to BWRC for a veterinary check over. Thankfully the birds showed no signs of disease nor injury and were transferred to rehabilitation.
These 4 were found on the ground. Unfortunately their parents could not be located and the Forest Department brought the birds to BWRC for a veterinary check over. Thankfully the birds showed no signs of disease nor injury and were transferred to rehabilitation.
Who am I? Am I venomous or not?
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