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Assessing trees and vascular epiphyte species diversity in Calabar, Nigeria
This study aimed to explore the species composition, distribution, and diversity of vascular epiphytes on tree species across five locations in Calabar. A total of 250 trees were sampled for vascular epiphytes along five 100-metre transects at each location. The coordinates of each sampled tree, the presence of vascular epiphytes, and their abundance, DBH, and […]
Natural regeneration of first growth species with high socio-economic potential in forest ecosystems in the northern sector of the Léfini Reserve
The natural regeneration of prime timber species with high economic potential is studied in the Mpoh forest, in the northern sector of the Léfini reserve. Although a source of economic and self-subsistence for local residents, the natural regeneration of these forest ecosystems has received very little attention. The floristic inventory was carried out in three […]
Ethnomycological survey of wild mushroom species utilized by the Subanen tribes in selected Barangays in Tangub city, Misamis Occidental, Philippine
Since prehistoric times, ethnic cultures have used wild mushrooms as food and medicine. Despite the extensive use of these important resources in ethnomycology, little is known about them, and the documentation that does exist is insufficient. The goal of the current study was to record the traditional knowledge of the Subanen populations regarding the use […]
Species richness and endemism of anurans in lake Duminagat, Mt. Malindang range natural park, Mindanao, Philippines
Taking into account that amphibian, specifically Anurans (frogs and toads), are the most threatened group of vertebrates on the planet, a study of Anuran species diversity was conducted in Lake Duminagat, Mt. Malindang Range Natural Park, Misamis Occidental, Philippines. Anurans were collected using random sampling, and the visual encounter technique was used to determine the […]
Effect of maturation stage on the phytonutrient content of seeds of three species of Canavalia cultivated in the Gbèkê region (Côte d’Ivoire)
Legumes are plants with high nutritional values. It is necessary to control the nutritional quality of legumes at different stages of maturity for better popularization. This study aims to contribute to food security through determination of the phytochemical and antioxidant characteristics of the seeds of three legumes of the Canavalia genus according to their stage […]
Diversity and microhabitat preferences of anuran species in the secondary forest and riverine areas in Tangub City, Misamis Occidental, Philippines
The research study focused on the diversity and microhabitat preferences of anuran species in secondary forests and riverine areas in Tangub City, Misamis Occidental. It was particularly conducted in three different elevations (upper, mid, and lower) at Barangay Manga and Barangay Hoyohoy. Visual Encounter Survey and Capture-mark-release methods were used. Fifteen (15) species belonging to […]
Morphological and molecular evidence for the first records and range extension of two marine fish species Pomadasys andamanensis and Siganus fuscescens to Odisha Coast, Bay of Bengal
Two specimens are from each of Pomadasys andamanensis (Mckay and Satapoomin) and Siganus fuscescens (Houttuyn) were collected from Gopalpur-on-sea, Odisha coast, Bay of Bengal. A study on conventional taxonomy interestingly demonstrates not only the first record of appearance of both the species, but also their inclusion to their respective species on the Odisha coast, Bay […]
Assessment of tree species diversity and abundance as a diagnostic tool for regeneration of the Bali-Ngemba forest reserve, north west region, Cameroon
Human encroachment and activities in protected areas has continued to pose a serious threat to biodiversity around the world. This study assessed tree species diversity and abundance in the Bali-Ngemba Forest Reserve (BNFR) in the Bamenda Highlands of Cameroon, in a bid to obtain baseline data that can guide conservation initiatives. Data were collected through […]
Species diversity, aboveground biomass, and carbon stock of mangrove species in coastal area of Mahaba Island, Placer, Surigao Del Norte
The Philippines is known worldwide for its mangrove rich ecology, which plays an essential role in ecosystem services and climate change mitigation. However, limited information on the ecology and carbon stock of mangroves in Mahaba Island, thus the study was conducted. Twenty plots of 10 m × 10 m were established using the transect line […]
Morphometric and meristic identification and differentiation between two sympatric Macrobrachium prawn species in the northwest Bangladesh
Species identification is becoming a difficult task when there is a very little difference among them. In crustaceans things are more complicated as because they are quiet similar in appearance. To identify and differentiate between two sympatric freshwater prawn Macrobrachium lamarrei and M. lanchesteri in the northwestern Bangladesh collection of experimental samples were done from […]