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    Ecology and Management of swamp deer (Cervus duvauceli duvauceli) in Dudhwa Tiger Reserve, U.P. India
    (Wildlife Institute of India, Dehradun, 1995) Qureshi, Q.; Sawarkar, V.B.; Mathur, P.K.
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    Wildlife Conservation, Research and Management
    (Wildlife Institute of India, Dehradun, 2005) Jhala. Y.V.; Chellam, Ravi; Qureshi, Q.
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    Developing a Trans-boundary Conservation Landscape for the Eastern Himalaya: an ecological assessment of alpine habitats in Khangchendzonga Biosphere Reserve, Sikkim
    (Wildlife Institute of India, Dehradun, 2006) Rawat, G.S.; Tambe, Sandeep
    Alpine areas of Khangchendzonga Biosphere Reserve (KBR), Sikkim were surveyed during summer-monsoon of 2006 with the following objectives: (i) Conduct a rapid survey of alpine vegetation communities / physiognomic units vis-a-vis alpine habitats, (ii) Characterize and classify the alpine habitats for major faunal groups and assess the anthropogenic pressures and grazing by the domestic livestock, (iii) Identify key floral assemblages / threatened plants of high conservation significance^ and (iv) Suggest a zonation plan and measures for long term conservation and monitoring of alpine habitats and review the trans-boundary issues. The alpine zone in KBR is spread over Greater and trans-Himalaya and covers nearly 48 % of the reserve. This area harbours a large number of rare and threatened mammals such as Himalayan musk deer (Mochus chrysogaster), Himalayan tahr (Hemitragus jemlahicus), blue sheep (Pseudois nayaur), snow leopard (Uncia uncia) and a variety of avifauna. The land use practices in the BR and adjoining areas of Nepal include traditional livestock (yaks, cow-yak hybrids, horses and sheep) grazing, collection of medicinal and aromatic plants and tourism. The area is contiguous with the Kanchenjunga Conservation Area of Nepal. Both the areas, altogether^ promise an excellent potential for a transboundary peace park. Broad vegetation types and alpine habitats have been classified and described in detaiL Based on broad physiognomy and land forms following broad habitat types have been identified in the alpine zone of KBR: Krummholtz Zone, Alpine Scrub, Alpine Meadows, High Altitude Lakes, Moranic Environs, Inaccessible rocky and cliff areas, Riverine Habitats, and Special Habitats (caves, tallus, colluvial deposits). Dominant vegetation types, human use and wildlife within each habitat have been given. Based on the earlier literature and extensive floral survey a tentative list of vascular plants in alpine areas of KBR has been prepared (Appendix - 2) giving their habit, altitudinal zone and threat status. Several plant species of high conservation value have been identified e.g.9 Schizandra grandiflora (a primitive climber with flowers like miniature Magnolia). Helwiga hinmlaica (bearing flowers at the center of the leaf and endemic to the Eastern Himalaya) Circaeaster aqrestis (Chloranthaceae of uncertain affinity), Pinguicula alpina (an insectivorous plant), Triosteum himalayanum (endemic to Himalaya) and Brachycaulos simplicifolius (an unusual herb of Rosaceae) among others. Various trans-boundary issues in the KBR including trans-boundary cultural ties, trade in medicinal plants, pastoralism, historical barter system, etc have been identified and discussed. Based on the detailed analysis of the issues and field surveys of selected areas along with the frontline staff of KBR various management recommendations have been given which include more multidisciplinary surveys in the KBR, training programmes for the frontline staff of KBR and Himal Rakshaks, notification of botanical hotspots within KBR for future monitoring, and better management of trail and camping sites in KBR. The authorities of Kanchenjunga Conservation Area in Nepal, and PA Managers in India need to begin a dialogue afresh to revive Singalila Transborder Eco-tourism and set up a long term trans-border peace park for joint protection and management involving the local communities.
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    Ecological study of tiger beetles (Cicindelidae) as indicator for biodiversity monitoring in the Shivalik landscape
    (Wildlife Institute of India, Dehradun, 2007) Uniyal, V.P.; Sivakumar, K.; Padmawathe, R.; Kittur, Swati; Bhargav, Vinay; Bhardwaj, Manish; Dobhal, Rashmi
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    The Nicobar megapode Megapodius nicobariensis status, ecology and conservation : aftermath tsunami
    (Wildlife Institute of India, Dehradun, 2007) Sivakumar, K.
    The Wildlife Institute of India conducted a status survey of the Nicobar megapode along with other coastal endangered species in the Nicobar group of islands in an effort to document the adverse impacts on their populations due to tsunami that occurred on 26th December 2004. The endemic Nicobar megapode population showed a dramatic decline (nearly 70%) in the number when compared to previous survey carried out in 1993-94. In 2006, there are approximately 800 breeding pairs in the coastal zo nes of these island group. 2. There was no evidence of Nicobar megapode in Megapode Island WLS and Trax Island during this survey where megapodes was reported earlier. 3. Crucial megapode habitats such as littoral forests of the island group were adversely affected. The populations of indicator species of the littoral forests Barringtonia asiatica and Terminalia bialata were severely impacted. However, regeneration of these species was found on the coastal region. 4. The island ecosystem are known for their resilience due to their ability for repopulating habitats and promoting regeneration. However, the restoration of the original biodiversity is possible only if the natural process such as recolonization is facilitated. The aftermath of the tsunami has left the trail of homeless families who need rehabilitation. Finding proper homes and alternate livelihood for them should not undermine ecosystem resilience. Raising plantation crops to generate revenue in the littoral forests should take into account the long term effects of habitat alteration. 5. Significant levels of wildlife habitats have been occupied by the tribals under the leadership of the tribal chiefs (known as Village Captain). Any conservation awareness programme with the help of these Village Captains would be useful for implementing recovery plans of declining species. 6. The Nicobar Division of the State Forest Department needs to be strengthened to facilitate wildlife protection and to take up appropriate wildlife management actions. 7. A total of 37 permanent monitoring plots have been identified and marked (Table 2) for long term monitoring of megapodes and its habitat. With some basic training, forest staff can collect data from these plots and within a weeks time all islands can be surveyed and collected data analyzed for developing appropriate conservation and management measures.