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Habitat Preferences of the Chinese Pangolin (Manis pentadactyla) in Southern Sankhuwasabha, Nepal

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: A field survey was conducted in September - October 2023 to assess the habitat preferences of pangolins in Madi Municipality, Sankhuwasabha. Using six (500 m ´ 500 m) transect strips across forest and cropland habitats, 20 pangolin burrows were recorded, 16 in forests (bamboo, Nepalese alder, grassland) and 4 in croplands (millet, paddy, tea). Most burrows were found in grey soils and near water sources, indicating specific habitat preferences. These findings suggest that conservation efforts should prioritize forest habitats and areas near water sources to ensure the protection of pangolin populations.

Source: Academic journal of Sukuna.

DOI: 10.3126/ajos.v5i1.81828

Author: Kishor Dahal

Institution: Mid-West University

Language: English

Topic: Wildlife Ecology and Conservation

Subfield: Ecology

Field: Environmental Science

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDG: Life on land

Open Access status: bronze

OpenAlex ID: W4412510696

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