Diversity of mammals In Ngoc Son - Ngo Luong Nature Reserve, Hoa Binh province

Abstract

Ngoc Son - Ngo Luong nature reserve (NR) characterized by forest
ecosystems on limestone are considered with high biological diversity.
However, research on diversity of mammal composition, especially the
updated information on the presence of the animals as well as the threats to
the species and habitats are limited. This research will focus on revealing
the above information and recommended conservation measures for fauna
reserve. Data collection was conducted in 2 times: 2014 and 2015.
Interview, line transects, and point methods were used to collect data. The
results show that a total of 94 species of mammals belonging to 28 families,
9 sets were recorded in the reserve. Of these, 46 (50%) animals are
identified important priorities for conservation. The two main threats to the
mammal species are hunting and habitat destruction (illegal logging,
encroachment of forest land for cultivation strategy, grazing...). Three
solutions to improve the efficiency of managing conservation mammal
species were recommended including: Protection of species and habitats,
developing monitoring programs, improved livelihoods for local people.