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|BRAZIL| Research of USP university to preserve jaguar in Atlantic forest |
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by Luiz Bispo | 07-06-2015 12:54
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I used to answer "Jaguar" if somebody asked me which animal is the scariest in my life. Because I remember that I was unable to walk a step when I saw jaguar while I am helping the project of reduced impact logging in 2012 ('the intensively planned and carefully controlled implementation of timber harvesting operations to minimize the environmental impact on forest stands and soils'. It involves a number of practical measures- definition sources from ITTO webpage (International Tropical Timber Organization).
Erica Vanessa Maggiorini who studies in master degree of Forestry Science proposed jaguar research for the Escola Superior de Agricultura Luiz de Queiroz (ESALQ) of USP. This research is about the distribution of the jaguar and their species of prey in the Atlantic forest developed by the Institute Pró-Carnívoros, in partnership with the NGOs Phantera.
There are some specific areas where jaguars live. To identify three essential areas of conservation of them is an important matter in this project. To ensure their presence for a long time and make them to connect each other in their area of occurrence is the main goal of the project. In order to achieve this goal, she interviewed with 577 local residents in part of the Atlantic forest coast of the state of Sao Paulo in 181 days
This research will generate some benefits. The conservation of the Brazilian jaguar in "Mata Atlântica" ecosystem is fundamental because this species exercise an ecological function. It is a well known fact that the Brazilian jaguar is very sensitive to environmental changes. Therefore, the place where is occupied with jaguars means that it is suitable conditions for conservation.
The Atlantic forest becomes aggravating condition by human. This area used to have a rich biodiversity with various species of animals, plants and trees, however, it is concerned that extinction of the forest and the inhabitants of biome. In particular, the jaguars suffer from human hunting and being at risk of extinction, which caused a significant reduction of the species.
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7 Comments
Soram, thanks for the words. You are right. It is OUR responsibility. =D
Posted 30-07-2015 23:48
Rahul, that is really a shame that our planet is loosing this animal. We need to run before is happen totally. Thanks for the comment mate!!!
Posted 30-07-2015 23:44
It is definitely our responsibility to protect such beatiful animals from being exinct. Thank you so much for sharing the report. I am crossing my fingers for the continuing research! :)
Posted 09-06-2015 17:07
It's really sad to know the critical condition of Jaguar in Atlantic forest, every wildlife has its own importance in balanced ecosystem so do the Jaguar.
I am glad to hear the research relating Jaguar, their area of residence and predator- prey relationship. Hope further steps be taken for conservation of this wildlife 'Jaguar'
Thank you for sharing dear Luiz :)
Posted 08-06-2015 10:41
It's really pity that human greed and overexploitation is causing depletion of biodiversity , posing a risk to existence of such beautiful animals which symbolise strength , courage and power. Jaguar is my favourite animal and I just hope that all the conservation efforts bear fruit , research helps and people mind their buisness and not meddle with flora and fauna.Thanks for a great report ,Luiz.
Posted 07-06-2015 21:58
Conservation of this beauty is a must. Thanks for sharing Luiz.
Posted 07-06-2015 21:10
Mighty and fierce. But sadly we are loosing jaggur and likewise thanks to human encroachment and greeds.
The effort for their conservation is applauding. Hope for the success of the researchThanks for sharing Luiz
Posted 07-06-2015 17:00