Herpetofaunal Diversity in Nagarjun Forest

Authors

  • Ganesh K Pokhrel Companions for Amphibians and Reptiles of Nepal (CARON) Kathmandu
  • Prakash C Aryal Companions for Amphibians and Reptiles of Nepal (CARON) Kathmandu
  • Karan B Shah Natural History Museum, Soyambhu, Kathmandu
  • Bishal Rijal Companions for Amphibians and Reptiles of Nepal (CARON) Kathmandu
  • Madan K Suwal Companions for Amphibians and Reptiles of Nepal (CARON) Kathmandu
  • Subash C Kharel Companions for Amphibians and Reptiles of Nepal (CARON) Kathmandu
  • Evanath Paudel Companions for Amphibians and Reptiles of Nepal (CARON) Kathmandu
  • Man K Dhamala Companions for Amphibians and Reptiles of Nepal (CARON) Kathmandu

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.3126/njst.v12i0.6524

Keywords:

amphibians, diversity, transect survey, reptiles

Abstract

The composition of amphibians and reptiles diversity in the Nagarjun forest of Shivapuri Nagarjun National Park was studied. Purposive transect and opportunistic survey methods were adopted to estimate species diversity. The species caught during survey were identified on the spot using field guide and released in-situ. Transects were distributed across six distinct micro-watersheds in the forest. In total, 134 individuals belonging to 11 species were observed. The spatial distribution patterns of the species were also mapped. The condition and potential threat of the habitat is also assessed during this study.

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3126/njst.v12i0.6524

Nepal Journal of Science and Technology 12 (2011) 358-365

 

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Published

2012-07-23

How to Cite

Pokhrel, G. K., Aryal, P. C., Shah, K. B., Rijal, B., Suwal, M. K., Kharel, S. C., Paudel, E., & Dhamala, M. K. (2012). Herpetofaunal Diversity in Nagarjun Forest. Nepal Journal of Science and Technology, 12, 358–365. https://doi.org/10.3126/njst.v12i0.6524

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Vol. 12 (2011)

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