The herpetofauna of Loagan Bunut

I. Das; Jensen, K.A.

The herpetofauna of Loagan Bunut

2006

I. Das | Jensen, K.A.

This report presents data from assessments made with the purpose of gathering information on the occurence and biology of the herpetofauna of Loagan Bunut National Park (LBNP), Sarawak, East Malaysia (Borneo). The fauna, as understood at present, comprises 23 species of amphibians and 34 species of reptiles. Doubtlessly, this is an underestimate, and the faunal list will grow with additional effort spent to sample it, especially the species-rich lowland dipterocarp forests at the edge of the lake, and also, the riparian regions and the peat swamps. Management recommendations made include elimination of poaching, predator control, monitoring of selected herpetofaunal species (such as turtles and crocodilians), upgrading the interpretation centre within the Park Headquarters, incorporation of conservation education into the school curriculum, enhancing ecotourism opportunities, including opportunities for employment of the local inhabitants who live around the national park.

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