Search Results for : biodiversity
Decay of East Kolkata Wetlands- A threat to socio-ecological welfare and cause for Biodiversity loss
The wetland ecosystems are one of the most essential ecosystems of the world which aids in water cycle replenishing on the globe (CBD, 2015; RCW, 2018). It is the largest carbon stores of the world and has the most extensive net primary productivity (Cronk and Fennessy, 2001; Joosten et al., 2016). Due to its enormous […]
Dahliafleur Partial Nature Reserve of Bingerville (Southern Côte d’Ivoire): sanctuary of biodiversity in a heavily urbanized environment
In a context of unbridled erosion of biodiversity, it is important to protect, and conserve protected areas by carrying out studies, in particular on the flora and vegetation of which they are composed. A study was carried out in the Dahliafleur Reserve in Côte d’Ivoire, with the overall aim of assessing the level of biodiversity […]
Pre-colonial to post-colonial Kenyan medicinal biodiversity governance and sustainable utilization
In Kenya, there have been at least three main phases of biodiversity governance, utilization, and access, namely the pre-colonial, colonial, and post-colonial phases. This research focuses on medicinal biodiversity governance during these distinct epochs. Using desk-top research, information on policies on medicinal biodiversity use across the country, from pre-colonial to post-colonial, was gathered. Questionnaires were […]
Symbiotic fungal biodiversity, structure, role and benefits to their host plants-discovering microbes with potential agricultural significance: A literature probe
We live in an enclosed system, the planet Earth, where every element is considered important to all other elements within it. The biosphere which constitutes the living and the nonliving things of all the Earth’s ecosystems represent a highly interconnected system. The interconnectedness of every component is indicative that all biotic and abiotic constituents within […]
Biodiversity of diversity of spiders (Aranaea) in Tangub City, Philippines with analysis of habitat complexity aided by drone photography
This study aimed to assess the biodiversity of spiders and their habitat complexity in Tangub City, Misamis Occidental, Philippines. The study utilized sweep netting and visual searching in established transect-quadrats on four sites namely; Mangrove forest of Barangays Maloro and Silangga, the City Courtyard and Northwestern Mindanao State College of Science and Technology from October […]
Curbing wildlife trade towards biodiversity conservation in Cabadbaran Watershed and Forest reserve in Caraga Region, Philippines
Wildlife trade is generally practiced in the uplands where economic activities are largely dependent on natural resources. The wildlife trade is mainly to supply the demands for exotic food, pets, and for business. To discourage wildlife trade, sustainable livelihood options are recognized to curb the practice. In the Cabadbaran Watershed and Forest Reserve, the landscape […]
Study on Fish biodiversity of some landing sites and markets of Barpeta District, Assam, India
In a study conducted in the Barpeta district of Assam, India, 60 species of fishes belonging to 9 orders and 23 families were identified. Data collection was done by survey of landing sites and markets and information collected from fishermen. Order wise abundance of fish species are Osteoglossiformes 02; Clupeiformes 01; Cypriniformes 22; Characiformes 01; […]
Fish Biodiversity of Kapotakshma River Upstream, Jashore, Bangladesh
Analyzing fisheries resources and fish biodiversity in rivers is essential, and riverine fisheries play a crucial role in Bangladesh. The Kapotakshma River system is one of the significant river systems in the southwestern region of Bangladesh. This investigation was conducted to evaluate the fish diversity, seasonal distribution, and abundance of this river’s headwaters. The sampling […]
Ethnobotanical exploration and biodiversity conservation of Mt. Nacolod, Southern Leyte, Philippines
This study was conducted in Mt. Nacolod, Southern Leyte, Philippines, to document traditional healing potential and practices of medicinal plants. The knowledge of traditional healing practices in Southern Leyte is at risk of being lost due to lack of knowledge transfer and an aging population of traditional healers. Focus group discussions were used to document […]
Bioclimatic and habitat variability shape the diversity and distribution of aquatic and invasive macrophytes in the floodplains of Indo-Burma biodiversity hotspot
Climate plays a major role in determining plant species richness and distribution patterns at a continental scale. However, a detailed investigation is necessary to understand the effect of climatic variations on species richness and distribution patterns at a regional scale, as other factors such as habitat types and associated environmental conditions exert significant influence at […]