@article{ author = {Gayen, Debayan and Deuti, Kaushik}, title = {First report of Fejervarya moodiei (Taylor, 1920) (Amphibia: Anura: Dicroglossidae) from the state of West Bengal, India}, abstract ={Taylor’s Mangrove crab-eating Frog, Fejervarya moodiei (Taylor) which was reported first from the Indian Subcontinent in 2016, is being reported for the first time from West Bengal State, eastern India, based on collections comprising a total of three specimens from South 24 Parganas District from 1983 to 2008, and photographic record of an uncollected specimen in 2019. The species is compared with Fejervarya cancrivora Gravenhorst, with which it is mostly confused.}, Keywords = {Brackish Water Frog, Bali Island, Kalinagar, Marichjhapi, Namkhana, Sunderban Biosphere Reserve}, volume = {3}, Number = {3}, pages = {1-7}, publisher = {Lorestan University Press}, doi = {10.52547/JAD.2021.3.3.1}, url = {http://jad.lu.ac.ir/article-1-137-en.html}, eprint = {http://jad.lu.ac.ir/article-1-137-en.pdf}, journal = {Journal of Animal Diversity}, issn = {2676-685X}, eissn = {2676-685X}, year = {2021} } @article{ author = {Patel, Harshil and Jhala, Rajdeep and Vyas, Raju}, title = {Notes on the distribution and morphology of Coelognathus helena (Daudin, 1803) (Squamata: Colubridae) from Gujarat State, India}, abstract ={We provide an account on the distribution, morphology and biology of the Indian trinket snake, Coelognathus helena (Daudin, 1803) from Gujarat, India, and report the first record of the subspecies, Coelognathus helena nigriangularis Mohapatra, Schulz, Helfenberger, Hofmann, Dutta from the Gujarat state based on reptile surveys throughout the state. We show that our understanding regarding the morphology of this species is not fully known as our series of specimens shows a high range of 204–245 ventral scales in C. h. helena and 219–279 ventral scales, 78–98 subcaudal scales in C. h. monticollaris.}, Keywords = {Colubrinae, endemic, Narmada, range extension, taxonomy}, volume = {3}, Number = {3}, pages = {8-17}, publisher = {Lorestan University Press}, doi = {10.52547/JAD.2021.3.3.2}, url = {http://jad.lu.ac.ir/article-1-175-en.html}, eprint = {http://jad.lu.ac.ir/article-1-175-en.pdf}, journal = {Journal of Animal Diversity}, issn = {2676-685X}, eissn = {2676-685X}, year = {2021} } @article{ author = {S.R., Ganesh and Guptha, Bubesh}, title = {Herpetological diversity in the Central Eastern Ghats, Peninsular India}, abstract ={Herpetological diversity of the Eastern Ghats hill range in the Indian peninsula has been mostly overlooked and incompletely documented. We here present information on the amphibian and reptile diversity in the poorly-explored Central Eastern Ghats hill range in peninsular India. Based on a 1,000-hour bio-inventory study of the series of ranges between the Palar River (abutting Tamil Nadu) and the Krishna River (abutting Telangana) for about 10 months (300 field days), we present the following results. A total of 105 species of herpetofauna, consisting of 24 amphibian species, 35 lizard species, 42 snake species and 4 chelonian species were documented. Several new range extension records and new findings of rare species are discussed, substantiated by photo-vouchers, pre-existing museum specimens or both.}, Keywords = {Amphibians, Andhra Pradesh, biodiversity, hill range, reptile, species richness}, volume = {3}, Number = {3}, pages = {18-44}, publisher = {Lorestan University Press}, doi = {10.52547/JAD.2021.3.3.3}, url = {http://jad.lu.ac.ir/article-1-155-en.html}, eprint = {http://jad.lu.ac.ir/article-1-155-en.pdf}, journal = {Journal of Animal Diversity}, issn = {2676-685X}, eissn = {2676-685X}, year = {2021} } @article{ author = {Miya, Mahamad Sayab and Gautam, Deepak and Neupane, Bijaya and Chhetri, Apeksh}, title = {Species diversity and abundance of Odonata in Sishaghat of Tanahun district, Nepal}, abstract ={Odonata are one of the most ancient, well studied and fascinating insect orders considered as bio-indicators of aquatic ecosystems. Studies on Odonata have been carried out in many parts of Nepal, but no specific study has been performed in Tanahun. Hence, a study was conducted to determine the species diversity and abundance of Odonata in the Sishaghat of Tanahun district, Nepal from June to August 2020. A transect survey method was used for data collection. A total of six transects (three in each habitat type: agricultural lands and forest streams), each with a length of 200 m were laid out randomly and each transect was surveyed three times. Data were pooled and analyzed with SPSS. A total of 629 individuals of 26 Odonata species from 20 genera and 7 families were recorded. The overall Shannon-Wiener diversity index was H= 2.25, Shannon Equitability was E= 0.69 and Margalefs’ richness index was R= 3.88. Sub-order Anisoptera was more diverse (H= 1.94) and more abundant (n= 545) than Zygoptera (H= 1.31, n= 84). However, species richness was higher and evenness lower in Zygoptera (R= 2.26, E= 0.55) than Anisoptera (R= 2.22, E= 0.72). Anisoptera comprised 15 species within 10 genera from two families and Zygoptera comprised 11 species within seven genera from five families. The family Libellulidae represented the highest species richness (R= 1.75). Neurothemis fulvia and Orthetrum pruinosum were the most abundant species (RA= 23.21 and 21.78 respectively). Of the recorded Odonata, 25 species are included under the least concern and one under the vulnerable category of the IUCN. A higher number of species was found in agricultural lands (nine species); hence, the water bodies around this habitat should be preserved to conserve the Odonata.  }, Keywords = {Calicnemia nipalica, damselfly, dragonfly, flier, percher, Libellulidae}, volume = {3}, Number = {3}, pages = {45-55}, publisher = {Lorestan University Press}, doi = {10.52547/JAD.2021.3.3.4}, url = {http://jad.lu.ac.ir/article-1-116-en.html}, eprint = {http://jad.lu.ac.ir/article-1-116-en.pdf}, journal = {Journal of Animal Diversity}, issn = {2676-685X}, eissn = {2676-685X}, year = {2021} } @article{ author = {Gayen, Debayan and Chatterjee, Paromit and Bhattacharya, Tapajit}, title = {A survey on the mammal species from a peri-urban coal mining plateau of Eastern India}, abstract ={The present study was conducted to determine the diversity of mammalian species from a peri-urban coal mining region of West Bengal for almost three years from September 2017 to August 2020. The survey was done on the basis of direct sightings, extensive searches, detection and identification of indirect mammalian signs such as pug marks and droppings, opportunistic sightings and road-kill incidents. Secondary information from previous literature and information from local people, citizen scientists and Forest Department were also included in the study. A total of 20 mammals belonging to 9 orders, 15 families and 20 genera were observed from 31 locations during the present study and 6 species belonging to two orders, three families and four genera which were previously reported from the present study location but not observed during this study were also included in the list. Two endangered species, Asian Elephant Elephas maximus and Indian Pangolin Manis crassicaudata, were observed from the present study location within the study period. Based on the habitat types, the maximum number of species was observed from the Human Habitation (HH) areas whereas the least number of species was noted from the Riverside Zones (RS). Proportion of the different habitat types for each mammalian species found in the present study and also obtained from literature depicted that Asian House Shrew Suncus murinus, Asian Palm Squirrel Funambulus pennant and Indian Pygmy Pipistrelle Pipistrellus mimus were among the most abundant mammals in the study area. Golden Jackal Canis aureus was observed from a wide variety of habitat types whereas the two varieties of civets were only observed from the riverside areas. Principle Component Analysis between species and habitat type indicated that the Bengal Fox Vulpes bengalensis and the Black-naped Hare Lepus nigricollis were only associated with the grasslands. The Hanuman Langur Semnopithecus entellus and other small rodent species were generally found in the human habitation areas. Various threats like habitat destruction, habitat degradation and hunting posed the major problems in the present study location.  }, Keywords = {Asansol, citizen science, Durgapur, Paschim Bardhaman, West Bengal}, volume = {3}, Number = {3}, pages = {56-71}, publisher = {Lorestan University Press}, doi = {10.52547/JAD.2021.3.3.5}, url = {http://jad.lu.ac.ir/article-1-139-en.html}, eprint = {http://jad.lu.ac.ir/article-1-139-en.pdf}, journal = {Journal of Animal Diversity}, issn = {2676-685X}, eissn = {2676-685X}, year = {2021} } @article{ author = {Quibod, Ma. NiƱa Regina M. and Alcantara, Kit Neil L. and Bechayda, Nicole A. and Estropia, Christian Jay C. and Guntinas, Jonathan B. and Obin, Mohammad Asar H. Asar and Raymundo, Ryan M. and Soniega, Emmanuel P.}, title = {Terrestrial vertebrates in modified landscapes in northeastern Mindanao, Philippines}, abstract ={Dinagat Islands hold most of the mineral deposits in the Philippines and have been among the largest mining contributors in the country since 1939. Aside from a massive mining industry, logging is also intensive in this group of islands potentially imperiling its remaining biodiversity. This study primarily aims to determine the species composition of terrestrial vertebrates (amphibians, reptiles, birds, mammals) in two study areas categorized as modified habitats (mining area and logging area) in the Dinagat Islands. These wildlife species are important bio-indicators as they show sensitivity of the species to anthropogenic disturbances. Suitable field survey methods were conducted for the taxa established and a quantitative analysis was performed to determine the diversity and similarity of the species between the study areas. A total of 65 species were identified in the two study areas: 33 species were exclusively identified in the mining area, 49 species were exclusively identified in the logging area, and 17 species were found in both study areas. It should be noted that among the 65 species, 41 species are either endemic to Mindanao and/or the Philippines, and two species were endemic to Dinagat Islands. This study also recorded the newly described coral snake endemic to the island, Calliophis salitan Brown, Smart, Leviton and Smith. This study indicates that although Dinagat Islands is modified by anthropogenic activities, the terrestrial vertebrate species are thriving. Intensive survey in other modified habitats in Dinagat Islands is the next-step forward to take into account existing wildlife to improve conservation decisions, planning and management on the islands.}, Keywords = {Anthropogenic disturbances, amphibians, birds, Dinagat Islands, logging, mammals, mining, reptiles}, volume = {3}, Number = {3}, pages = {72-85}, publisher = {Lorestan University Press}, doi = {10.52547/JAD.2021.3.3.6}, url = {http://jad.lu.ac.ir/article-1-136-en.html}, eprint = {http://jad.lu.ac.ir/article-1-136-en.pdf}, journal = {Journal of Animal Diversity}, issn = {2676-685X}, eissn = {2676-685X}, year = {2021} } @article{ author = {Sadadev, Bipana Maiya and Silwal, Thakur and Dhami, Bijaya and Thapa, Nabaraj and Neupane, Bijaya and Rana, Anisha and Singh, Harsha Bahadur}, title = {Do grassland burning practices affect the distribution of the Hispid hare, Caprolagus hispidus (Pearson, 1839)? A study at the Shuklaphanta National Park, Nepal}, abstract ={Few researches have been conducted on the hispid hare Caprolagus hispidus, an endangered small mammal native to the southern foothills of the Himalayas. In major protected areas of Nepal, grassland burning has been considered as one of the most important habitat management tools however its effects on grassland dependent species such as hispid hare has been less explored. Thus, this study was conducted to determine the grassland burning practices and its effect on distribution pattern of hispid hare at Shuklaphanta National Park, far-western Nepal. A total of 90 plots were laid in unburned (n= 45) and burned areas (n= 45) from November 2017 to May 2018. Two different approaches of grassland burning were observed: alternate and complete burning. Grassland burns are conducted from November to April each year, which coincides with the prime breeding season of hispid hares. A total of 89 pellet groups were observed in 22 plots out of 45 unburned plots while a total of 56 pellet groups were found in 17 plots out of 45 burned plots, both showing clumped type of distribution pattern of hispid hare in the study site. Higher number of fresh pellets was observed in the unburned plot. In contrast, higher number of old pellets was found in the burned plots. Thus, it is suggested that alternate year burning practices might have more positive effects on distribution and survival of this endangered species, rather than every year.}, Keywords = {Alternate burning, breeding season, clumped distribution, grassland fire, strip transects}, volume = {3}, Number = {3}, pages = {86-92}, publisher = {Lorestan University Press}, doi = {10.52547/JAD.2021.3.3.7}, url = {http://jad.lu.ac.ir/article-1-170-en.html}, eprint = {http://jad.lu.ac.ir/article-1-170-en.pdf}, journal = {Journal of Animal Diversity}, issn = {2676-685X}, eissn = {2676-685X}, year = {2021} } @article{ author = {Singh, K. Deepak and Bhattarai, Bishnu Pras}, title = {Ichthyodiversity and conservation importance of the Jakhor Taal Lake in Kailali district, far western Nepal}, abstract ={Jakhor Taal is an ox-bow perennial lake, situated in Dhangadhi sub-metropolitan city in Kailali district, Nepal. The present study focuses on the factors determining fish diversity, socio-economic status of fishing communities and conservation challenges of Jakhor Taal. Fish sampling was done by gill net, cast net and other local fishing techniques such as Helka and Tiyari nets and Dhadiya trap. A total of 24 fish species (8 exotic and 16 native) were recorded belonging to 7 orders, 14 families and 22 genera. The order Cypriniformes was found to be highest, obtaining 41.66% of the total fish species recorded and 65.38% of total fish caught during the study period (February 2019 - August 2019) followed by Siluriformes (20.33%) and Perciformes (16.67%), respectively. The Shannon-Weiner diversity index was found highest (2.93) in winter (February) and lowest (2.76) in summer (July). Similarly, the Simpson and Evenness values were also found slightly higher during winter (February) in comparison to summer (July). The Shannon-Weiner diversity index was found highest (2.73) at station II in comparison to station I, III, and IV where it was 2.31, 2.09, and 2.04, respectively. Results from the Redundancy analysis (RDA) revealed that the environmental variables such as water temperature, depth and dissolved oxygen were found to be highly significant to most of the fish species at different stations and months. However, pH and free CO2 was not shown to have any relationship or significance. Altogether, 22 clusters were formed in which exotic species show highly significant clustering in comparison to native species. The socio-economic status of the local fishing communities is below the poverty line and the lake and its fishing resources play vital roles in their diet and income source. In the context of conservation challenges and implications, this lake is highly neglected by both governmental and local communities and this negatively affects its natural properties through habitat destruction, illegal fishing, urbanization, invasive species, and a general lack of awareness.}, Keywords = {Fish conservation, Jakhor Taal, lowland, redundancy analysis, species, wetlands}, volume = {3}, Number = {3}, pages = {93-108}, publisher = {Lorestan University Press}, doi = {10.52547/JAD.2021.3.3.8}, url = {http://jad.lu.ac.ir/article-1-127-en.html}, eprint = {http://jad.lu.ac.ir/article-1-127-en.pdf}, journal = {Journal of Animal Diversity}, issn = {2676-685X}, eissn = {2676-685X}, year = {2021} }