Population status of the Southwest China Serow Capricornis milneedwardsii: A case study in Cat Ba Archipelago, Vietnam.

2014 ◽  
Vol 20 (4) ◽  
pp. 385 ◽  
Author(s):  
Phan Duy Thuc ◽  
Greg Baxter ◽  
Carl Smith ◽  
Dao Ngoc Hieu
Keyword(s):  
National Park ◽  
Systematic Approach ◽  
Southwest China ◽  
Important Determinant ◽  
Conservation Status ◽  
Isolated Population ◽  
Farming Practices ◽  
Population Status ◽  
Holistic View

The Southwest China Serow is a browsing caprine that, although found in Myanmar, Cambodia, northern Thailand, Laos, central and southwest China and Vietnam, is listed as near threatened and is in decline throughout its range. This animal also lives in an isolated population on the Cat Ba Archipelago in northern Vietnam. Anecdotal reports suggest that it is declining rapidly in that location and there is little chance that natural immigration will sustain the population. This study applied a systematic approach to provide a holistic view of conservation status of the Southwest China Serow in its range and determine the number of serow that may currently live in Cat Ba national park, and to quantify the factors that affect its distribution. There are no estimates of the population size and status of the Southwest China Serow over its range so far. A comprehensive census survey was initially conducted in Cat Ba Archipelago. Only 26–28 serows were found in the archipelago and these were clustered close to ranger stations and further from villages as a result of high hunting pressure. This suggests that poaching is an important determinant of the distribution and survival of this species on Cat Ba Archipelago. It also supports the deployment of more rangers to protect the remaining serows from hunting. These findings also suggest it is necessary to improve farming practices for local people through financial and technical support so they have no need to exploit wild serows. Key words: Cat Ba Archipelago, conservation planning, isolated population, karst landscape, poaching, population status, threatened species, Vietnam.

scholarly journals Population status of endemic tree kokoleceran (Vatica bantamensis) in Ujung Kulon National Park, Indonesia

2018 ◽  
Vol 20 (1) ◽  
pp. 296-302
Author(s):  
IYAN ROBIANSYAH ◽  
DODO DODO ◽  
ARIEF HAMIDI
Keyword(s):  
National Park ◽  
Conservation Status ◽  
Habitat Preferences ◽  
Iucn Red List ◽  
Mature Stage ◽  
Cluster Sampling ◽  
Population Status ◽  
Threatened Plants ◽  
Area Of Occupancy ◽  
Surrounding Areas

Robiansyah I, Dodo, Hamidi A. 2019. Population status of endemic tree kokoleceran (Vatica bantamensis) in Ujung Kulon National Park, Indonesia. Biodiversitas 20: 296-302. Kokoleceran (Vatica bantamensis) is an endemic tree found only in Ujung Kulon National Park (UKNP), Banten, Indonesia, and is classified as Endangered by IUCN Red List. To develop effective conservation measures of threatened plants, current information on population status and distribution of the species is needed. Thus in the present study, a targeted survey of kokoleceran was conducted in UKNP aiming at mapping the distribution of the species, measuring current population size and structure, assessing the habitat preferences, and identifying threats to the species. Using a non-random adaptive cluster sampling, a total of 27 clusters harboring 280 individuals of kokoleceran was located, of which 20 % were in mature stage. All these individuals were only found in Mount Payung and its surrounding areas, and formed an inverse-J-shaped population structure pattern. The species was estimated to have an area of occupancy and extent of occurrence of 8 km2. The invasive langkap palm (Arenga obtusifolia, Arecaceae) was identified as the main threat for kokoleceran. Based on these results, kokoleceran appears to more than justify its conservation status of Critically Endangered B1ab(iii,v) +2ab(iii,v); C2a(ii).

scholarly journals Conservation status of the Endangered Nubian dragon tree Dracaena ombet in Gebel Elba National Park, Egypt

Oryx ◽  
2014 ◽  
Vol 49 (4) ◽  
pp. 704-709 ◽  
Author(s):  
M. Kamel ◽  
U. M. Ghazaly ◽  
M. W. Callmander
Keyword(s):  
Global Positioning System ◽  
National Park ◽  
Action Plan ◽  
Conservation Status ◽  
Iucn Red List ◽  
Population Status ◽  
Conservation Action ◽  
Global Positioning ◽  
Dracaena Ombet ◽  
Conservation Action Plan

AbstractThe Nubian dragon tree Dracaena ombet, which is categorized as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, is found on the highest slopes of Gebel Elba National Park in Egypt, with scattered populations in Sudan, Djibouti, Ethiopia and Somalia. The Gebel Elba population is threatened by drought. Surveys were conducted in the Park to assess the condition and document the distribution of the species to prepare a baseline for conservation efforts. Eight sites were surveyed during 2007–2009: trees were tagged and their locations were recorded using a global positioning system, and tree density, diameter at breast height and population status were estimated. Of 353 trees recorded only 46% (161 individuals) were alive and only 27% (96 individuals) were in a healthy condition. Only 1% (2 individuals) were young trees, indicating a low regeneration level. Field-based observations suggest that 80% of the D. ombet population in Gebel Elba may soon be extinct. A conservation action plan is needed for this flagship species in Egypt and throughout its range.

scholarly journals Wildlife Trade Influencing Natural Parrot Populations on a Biodiverse Indonesian Island

Diversity ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (10) ◽  
pp. 483
Author(s):  
Dudi Nandika ◽  
Dwi Agustina ◽  
Robert Heinsohn ◽  
George Olah
Keyword(s):  
National Park ◽  
Conservation Status ◽  
Wildlife Trade ◽  
Population Status ◽  
Point Counts ◽  
In The Wild ◽  
Line Transects ◽  
Fixed Radius ◽  
Parrot Species ◽  
Multiple Species

Indonesia has been identified as the highest priority country for parrot conservation based on the number of species, endemics, and threats (trapping and smuggling). It is crucial to understand the current population status of parrots in the wild in relation to the illegal wildlife trade but the ecology and population dynamics of most parrot species in this region remain poorly understood. We conducted a parrot survey around an area of high biodiversity in the Manusela National Park, in Seram Island, Indonesia. We used a combination of fixed-radius point counts and fixed-width line transects to count multiple species of parrots. We recorded nearly 530 wild parrots from 10 species in and around Manusela National Park. The dominant parrot species were Eos bornea, Trichoglosus haematodus, and Geoffroyus geoffroyi. We applied the Savage selectivity index to evaluate poaching of parrot species in proportion to their abundance and which species had higher than expected poaching pressure. This study has important implications for the conservation status of endemic parrots (Cacatua moluccensis, Lorius domicella, and Eos semilarvata) and shows that parrots in the Manusela NP are largely threatened by poaching.

scholarly journals Population status and conservation of bats (Chiroptera) in Kenting National Park, Taiwan

Oryx ◽  
1997 ◽  
Vol 31 (4) ◽  
pp. 295-301 ◽  
Author(s):  
Minna J. Hsu
Keyword(s):  
National Park ◽  
Conservation Status ◽  
Field Work ◽  
Population Status ◽  
Predominant Species ◽  
Population Breeding ◽  
Southern Taiwan ◽  
The Common ◽  
Horseshoe Bat ◽  
Kenting National Park

This paper presents the results of field work conducted between 1994 and 1996 to establish the occurrence, and population, breeding and conservation status of bats in and around Kenting National Park, southern Taiwan. Of the 20 bat species that occur in Taiwan, Kenting National Park and its vicinity harbour eight species; three are endemic to Taiwan and two are endemic subspecies. Six of the eight species roost in natural caves and man-made tunnels. Two species of forest bats were captured during mist-netting. The most predominant species were the horseshoe bat Rhinolophus monoceros and the common bent-winged bat Miniopterus schreibersii. The major threat for the cave-dwelling bats around Kenting is the closure of cave entrances by farmers. Recommendations are given for conserving the bats and their habitats in Taiwan.

scholarly journals Conservation of fishes in the Elands River, Mpumalanga, South Africa: Past, present and future

Koedoe ◽  
2014 ◽  
Vol 56 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Gordon C. O’Brien ◽  
Nico J. Smit ◽  
Victor Wepener
Keyword(s):  
South Africa ◽  
Fish Community ◽  
Conservation Status ◽  
Critically Endangered ◽  
Current Status ◽  
Population Status ◽  
Management Actions ◽  
Fish Community Composition ◽  
Conservation And Management

In an isolated reach, between two large natural waterfalls in the Elands River in Mpumalanga, populations of a critically endangered Kneria sp., the endangered Chiloglanis bifurcus and a genetically unique population of Labeobarbus polylepis occur. The aim of this article was to evaluate past efforts to conserve these fishes, describe the current status and propose future conservation and management actions. The population status assessments were based on a series of fish community composition and population structure evaluations from surveys undertaken at 22 sites during seven surveys from 2002 to 2006. Although water-use activities have continued to increase in the area, impacts have been offset by conservation efforts initiated almost 30 years ago. The existing C. bifurcus population appears to be stable, which is reflected in the downgrading of the conservation status of the species from critically endangered to endangered. The abundance of the kneriid population appears to be increasing and spreading to other tributaries in the study area. The abundance of L. polylepis appears to be increasing but has still not reached historical levels.Conservation implications: Continued conservation efforts are required to protect these fishes. This case study presented a rare example of how the impacts associated with the use of aquatic resources in South Africa can successfully be offset by conservation efforts.

THE IMPLEMENTATION OF MYORGANIC: A CASE STUDY OF KOPERASI ABSB

2018 ◽  
Vol 13 (Number 2) ◽  
pp. 78-87
Author(s):  
Sabariyah Hoyaeli ◽  
Zakirah Othman ◽  
Iswandi Anas ◽  
Shafini M. Shafie
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Method ◽  
Daily Routine ◽  
Staple Food ◽  
Farming Practices ◽  
Organic Farms ◽  
External Audit ◽  
Agriculture Industry ◽  
The Government ◽  
Organic Standards

Rice is a staple food and daily routine for Malaysians. Currently, the increasing population in Malaysia has led to the need to increase rice production with more quality. Therefore,the government established a scheme with national organic standards, MS 1259: 2015 which is myOrganic certification to recognize organic farms. Koperasi ABSB is the first rice farm that obtained this certification. Thus, the aims of this study are to explore the implementation of myOrganic in Koperasi ABSB and the barriers faced by this cooperative to implementing myOrganic certification. Qualitative method is used in this case study through interviews and observation. The finding showed that the implementation of myOrganic is as follows, by register myGAP, register myOrganic, Department of Agricultural Malaysia (DOA) will send a supervisor, prepare nine files or records, perform internal and external audit, and renew myOrganic. This study is expected to increase awareness of organic farming practices and promote the implementation of myOrganic in agriculture industry especially for the new farmer who wants to register and obtain myOrganic certification.

Shale Resources, Parks Conservation, and Contested Public Lands in North Dakota’s Theodore Roosevelt National Park: Is Fracking Booming?

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-13
Author(s):  
Miriam R. Aczel ◽  
Karen E. Makuch
Keyword(s):  
National Park ◽  
Oil And Gas ◽  
The United States ◽  
Federal Agencies ◽  
Cultural Significance ◽  
Theodore Roosevelt ◽  
Natural Beauty ◽  
Theodore Roosevelt National Park ◽  
Bakken Shale

This case study analyzes the potential impacts of weakening the National Park Service’s (NPS) “9B Regulations” enacted in 1978, which established a federal regulatory framework governing hydrocarbon rights and extraction to protect natural resources within the parks. We focus on potential risks to national parklands resulting from Executive Orders 13771—Reducing Regulation and Controlling Regulatory Costs [1]—and 13783—Promoting Energy Independence and Economic Growth [2]—and subsequent recent revisions and further deregulation. To establish context, we briefly overview the history of the United States NPS and other relevant federal agencies’ roles and responsibilities in protecting federal lands that have been set aside due to their value as areas of natural beauty or historical or cultural significance [3]. We present a case study of Theodore Roosevelt National Park (TRNP) situated within the Bakken Shale Formation—a lucrative region of oil and gas deposits—to examine potential impacts if areas of TRNP, particularly areas designated as “wilderness,” are opened to resource extraction, or if the development in other areas of the Bakken near or adjacent to the park’s boundaries expands [4]. We have chosen TRNP because of its biodiversity and rich environmental resources and location in the hydrocarbon-rich Bakken Shale. We discuss where federal agencies’ responsibility for the protection of these lands for future generations and their responsibility for oversight of mineral and petroleum resources development by private contractors have the potential for conflict.

A case study on sulfur sludge harmless treatment in southwest China

2013 ◽  
Author(s):  
Feng Ouyang ◽  
Zhijiao Chen ◽  
Mingjie Tang ◽  
Yahui Zhang
Keyword(s):  
Southwest China

The Development of Habitat Suitability Index Model of Class I Endangered Wildlife, Sedirea japonica - A Case Study of Korea National Park of Dadohaehaesang -

2020 ◽  
Vol 32 (1) ◽  
pp. 153-172
Author(s):  
Yun-Jin Shim ◽  
Yong-Su Park ◽  
Rae-Ha Jang ◽  
Young-Jun Yoon ◽  
Sun- Ryoung Kim ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Habitat Suitability ◽  
National Park ◽  
Class I ◽  
Habitat Suitability Index ◽  
Index Model ◽  
Suitability Index
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