Underlying factors of deforestation and its effects in Sanger Valley District Swat

Deforestation is the removal, clearing or cutting of trees, stand or forest where the land is thereafter converted to the non-forest use. The lands conversions in study area are mostly to farm, agriculture or urban use. The study area was Sangar valley of District Swat. The region is mostly temperate region and enriched by species […]

Applications of DNA barcoding and future directions

DNA barcoding help to recognize the plant based on short, gene sequences in a rapid, accurate, and cost effective manner. Current focus is on the investigation of phytomedicinals and herbal product integrity and authenticity through DNA barcoding with the goal of protecting consumers from potential health risks associated with product substitution and contamination. Recent reports […]

Sustainability of bushmeat and sardine industry based on socio-ecological considerations at Serengeti National Park and Lake Victoria, Tanzania

Protected areas and lakes are important for biodiversity conservation and sustainable development strategies. The two generate significant economic and food resources for local communities adjacent to these resources. This study was conducted in the north-western part of the Serengeti ecosystem from September to November 2016 (Dry season) and from March to May 2017 (wet season). […]

Effect of a commercial rice pesticide on embryonic and larval development of climbing perch (Anabas testudineus)

Pesticides are chemicals that are used to kill pests, including insects, rodents and fungi. Pesticides are very toxic to other organisms, including humans, animals and environments. This research was aimed to examine the effect of a commercial brand rice pesticide on embryonic and larval development of Anabas testudineus. The treatment used in this experiments were […]

Species composition and diversity in a natural and reforested mangrove forests in Panguil Bay, Mindanao, Philippines

Mangroves are recognized as one of the richest ecosystems worldwide. Despite their importance and the efforts to preserve and protect these ecosystems, threats are still prevalent. Thus, in order to contribute in the preservation and protection of the remaining mangrove ecosystems, this study was conducted with the aim of determining the species composition and diversity […]

Floristic analysis of Badro Mountain (Khirthar range), District Dadu, Sindh, Pakistan

The Badro Mountain is a part of Kirthar Mountain range, which is important for its ecological value and conservation of species and habitats. The areas is becoming popular among the tourists and nature lovers for its wide variety of ecological features which support the range of biological diversity. We surveyed the Badro Mountain and its […]

Anticancer activity of ethnobotanicals of the Philippine Ilongot-Eǵongot community on human colon cancer cells (HCT-116)

Globally, colon cancer is one of the leading causes of cancer deaths. Colon carcinoma is one of the best-understood neoplasms from the genetic perspective, yet it remains the second most cause of cancer-related deaths. As one of the developing countries, Philippines possess a rich biodiversity that offers wide range of ethnobotanicals waiting to be utilized […]

Mangrove assessment and utilization in Gonzaga, Cagayan Northern Philippines

The status and species composition of mangrove forest is a basic and prerequisite for the management and conservation of mangrove resource. The study was conducted to determine the diversity and species composition of mangrove in Gonzaga, Cagayan, Philippines. There were 18 mangrove species identified.  A total of 187 floral mangrove species were counted. The most […]

Rapid biological assessment of Basaw Lake, Penablanca Cagayan, Northern Philippines: Basis for sustainable ecotourism development

Basaw Lake, with geographic location of 17˚ 36’ 12.2” to 09.9” latitude and 121˚ 49’ 21.1” to 50’ 37.9” longitude, with surface area of 15.6ha is being eyed as the next eco-tourism site of Penablanca, Cagayan, Northern Philippines. This study was undertaken to assess the biological status of Basaw Lake. Rapid biodiversity assessment using transects, […]

Ecological status of birds in Sunyani using their foraging habits

Birds are important ecologically because they pollinate plants, disperse seeds, scavenge carcasses and recycle nutrients back into the earth. However, land-use changes have driven the current and are pushing future biodiversity composition to change in the tropics. The conversion of native forests to pastures, croplands, botanical gardens and other human dominated habitats are the primary […]