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{"title":"A checklist of the mammals of Jammu & Kashmir, India","authors":"Muzaffar A. Kichloo, Ajaz Ansari, Khursheed Ahmad, Neeraj Sharma","doi":"10.11609/jott.9989.17.11.27932-27945","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.11609/jott.9989.17.11.27932-27945","url":null,"abstract":"Jammu & Kashmir, located at the intersection of the Palearctic and Oriental biogeographic realms, harbors a rich and unique mammalian diversity shaped by its varied topography and climate. Despite extensive faunal studies, a definitive and evidence-based checklist of the region’s mammals has been lacking due to unverified species records. This study presents a comprehensive and critically evaluated checklist of the wild mammals of Jammu & Kashmir, India, compiled through a meticulous collation of specimen collections and media evidence. The checklist documents 111 species across eight orders and 28 families, with 94 species verified by specimens and 70 by photographic records. Chiroptera and Rodentia are the most diverse orders, followed by Carnivora and Artiodactyla. Thirteen species are classified as globally threatened by the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species with an additional 10 species listed as Near Threatened. By excluding provisional and doubtful records, discussed in Appendix A, this checklist provides a robust foundation for biodiversity monitoring, conservation prioritization, and ecological research in the region. All supporting data are publicly accessible via a dedicated website, enhancing transparency and enabling future updates. This work aims to guide effective management strategies and contribute to the long-term conservation of mammalian fauna in the region.","PeriodicalId":17370,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Threatened Taxa","volume":"17 11","pages":"27932-27945"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-11-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147905532","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Environmental drivers of zooplankton diversity and composition of Pargwal Wetland, Jammu & Kashmir, India","authors":"Neha Jamwal, Arti Sharma","doi":"10.11609/jott.8808.17.8.27333-27345","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.11609/jott.8808.17.8.27333-27345","url":null,"abstract":"This study investigates temporal and spatial variability in zooplankton abundance within Pargwal wetland, the largest wetland in the Jammu region. Water samples were collected from three strategically selected stations and analyzed for physico-chemical parameters including temperature, pH, dissolved oxygen, carbonates, nutrients, and ions. A total of 27 zooplankton species spanning five groups were recorded. Rotifera dominated in terms of abundance and diversity with 15 species, followed by Cladocera with five species, Protozoa with three, and two species each of Ostracoda and Copepoda. Key environmental factors contributing to the dominance of rotifers and cladocerans were high levels of nutrients (nitrates and phosphates), water transparency, and light penetration (due to shallow water depth), and resilience to pollution-induced stress. Rotifers are also known to outcompete other groups when resources are limited or of poor quality. The abundance of pollution-tolerant species indicated overall degradation of this important wetland driven by anthropogenic pressures. This highlights the need for integrated management strategies to safeguard biodiversity for future generations.","PeriodicalId":17370,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Threatened Taxa","volume":"17 8","pages":"27333-27345"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-08-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://threatenedtaxa.org/index.php/JoTT/article/download/8808/10390","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147889251","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"First record of <Hycleus marcipoli> Pan & Bologna, 2014 (Coleoptera: Meloidae) as a pest of Common Beans in Kashmir Himalaya, India","authors":"Farhana Shafi, Altaf Hussain Mir","doi":"10.11609/jott.9453.17.4.26912-26916","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.11609/jott.9453.17.4.26912-26916","url":null,"abstract":"Blister beetles are recognized as pests of agricultural crops due to their phytophagous habits and they produce cantharidin, a toxic compound that causes significant crop damage and poses health hazards. This study reports the first occurrence of Hycleus marcipoli (Coleoptera: Meloidae), an important member of the blister beetles feeding on Common Bean, Phaseolus vulgaris L. in the Kashmir Himalaya (India). The species was originally described in 2014 from China, Laos, and Thailand. This report represents a significant extension of its geographical range, emphasizing the need for further entomological surveys and taxonomic studies in the region. The species significantly impairs the reproductive potential of P. vulgaris resulting in reduced pod formation and overall yield decline. The present study provides a comprehensive taxonomic description of the species along with a detailed observation of the nature and extent of crop damage to P. vulgaris.","PeriodicalId":17370,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Threatened Taxa","volume":"17 4","pages":"26912-26916"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-04-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://threatenedtaxa.org/index.php/JoTT/article/download/9453/10264","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147914446","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Morphological characterization and ecological insights of Pseudonapaeus cf. candelaris (L. Pfeiffer, 1846) in the Pir Panjal Range of western Himalaya","authors":"Hilal Ahmed, Imtiaz Ahmed, N. A. Aravind","doi":"10.11609/jott.9156.17.2.26479-26486","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.11609/jott.9156.17.2.26479-26486","url":null,"abstract":"Pseudonapaeus cf. candelaris is a terrestrial snail species belonging to the Enidae family, specifically inhabiting the Pir Panjal Range of the western Himalaya. This species displays a unique shell morphology with prominent features including deep furrows, a smooth outer surface, cylindrical form, gradually tapering apex, spiral bands and axial ribs. This study examines the morphometric characteristics of shell and distinct structural patterns observed in specimens from various sites within the region. By documenting these morphological attributes, the research enhances our taxonomic understanding of P. cf. candelaris, addressing aspects of its classification and ecological role. The findings present critical information for conservation efforts aimed at protecting this regionally significant, endemic snail species.","PeriodicalId":17370,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Threatened Taxa","volume":"17 2","pages":"26479-26486"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-02-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.threatenedtaxa.org/index.php/JoTT/article/download/9156/10179","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147908228","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"First record of Proszynskia diatreta (Simon, 1902) (Araneae: Salticidae) from Gujarat, India","authors":"Dr. Sanjay Molur, B. ManagingEditorMr., Ravichandran, Dr. Mandar Paingankar, Dr. Ulrike Streicher, Ms. Priyanka Iyer, Dr. B.A. Daniel, Editorial Board Dr. Russel Mittermeier, Prof. Mewa Singh, Stephen D. Nash, Dr. Fred Pluthero, Dr. Priya Davidar, Dr. Martin Fisher, Dr. John Fellowes, Prof. Dr. Mirco Solé, Dr. Rajeev Raghavan, Pune India English Mira Bhojwani, C. Toronto, Ilangovan, Web Development, M. Latha, G. Ravikumar, Z. C. .. Radhika, Mrs, Zoo Coimbatore India Geetha, Dr. B. Shivaraju, D. R. Verma, Dr. Vatsavaya S. Raju, Dr. M. Krishnappa, Jnana Sahyadri, Dr. K.R. Sridhar, Dr. Kiran Ramchandra, Annasaheb Magar Ranadive, Mahavidyalaya, India Maharashtra, Dr. G.P. Sinha, Dr. N.P. Balakrishnan, Prof. D.J. Bhat, Dr. Ferdinando Boero, Dr. Merlin Franco, Dr. B.S. Kholia, D. P. Kumar, D. V. S. Kumar, Dr Arjun Raju, Dr. Vijayasankar Raman, Dr. B. Ravi, P. Rao, Dr. K. Ravikumar, Dr. Noor Azhar, Mohamed Shazili, Dr. M.K. Vasudeva Rao, Prof. A.J. Solomon Raju, Dr. Mandar Datar, Dr. M.K. Janarthanam, Dr. K. Kar","doi":"10.11609/jott.9225.16.7.25630-25631","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.11609/jott.9225.16.7.25630-25631","url":null,"abstract":"In this study, we report the first record of Proszynskia diatreta Kanesharatnam & Benjamin, 2019 in Gujarat, marking the first instance of this species being found outside of its type locality in Tamil Nadu, India. ","PeriodicalId":17370,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Threatened Taxa","volume":"19 19","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-07-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141800885","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"All eyes on the island - A book review of The Great Nicobar Betrayal","authors":"Lakshmi Ravinder Nair","doi":"10.11609/jott.9324.16.7.25637-25638","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.11609/jott.9324.16.7.25637-25638","url":null,"abstract":"<jats:p>NA</jats:p>","PeriodicalId":17370,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Threatened Taxa","volume":"24 19","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-07-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141800580","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Diversity of bird species in Ebpanan Marsh, Maguindanao del Norte, Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM), Philippines","authors":"Gindol Rey Limbaro, Benito Anthony A. Pingoy, Peter Jan D. De Vera","doi":"10.11609/jott.8523.16.7.25577-25583","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.11609/jott.8523.16.7.25577-25583","url":null,"abstract":"Wetland areas such as the marsh provide vital habitats for birds. However, marshes in the Philippines have been threatened by anthropogenic disturbances and may be further degraded. This study conducted a rapid bird assessment in Ebpanan Marsh located in Maguidanao del Norte within the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) on 06–12 March 2022. A total of 36 bird species belonging to 24 families were recorded during the rapid assessment. Among the bird species recorded, two species— Anas luzonica and Streptopelia dusumieri are considered as Vulnerable, while Padda oryzivora is considered ‘Endangered’ in the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. Eight of the bird species recorded are endemic and are observed in the remaining freshwater swamp forest of the Ebpanan Marsh. Despite habitat degradation and anthropogenic disturbance, the Ebpanan Marsh can still accommodate threatened and endemic bird species. Increasing the number of observation sites and extending the sampling duration of bird assessment will be required in order to complete the list of birds on the Marsh and understand the spatial and temporal variation in bird populations in the area.","PeriodicalId":17370,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Threatened Taxa","volume":"29 10","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-07-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141800873","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Assemblages of frugivorous butterflies in two urban parks in Quezon City, Philippines","authors":"M. G. Itliong, N. Dagamac, J. A. Badon","doi":"10.11609/jott.8930.16.7.25516-25527","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.11609/jott.8930.16.7.25516-25527","url":null,"abstract":"Urban parks play a crucial role in supporting biodiversity, yet limited research on urban insect diversity poses challenges for conservation. Comprehensive biodiversity records are essential for monitoring insect population trends. Despite their significance as bioindicators, many urban parks lack baseline data on butterfly populations. This study utilized bait traps to assess butterfly diversity in two Quezon City parks: La Mesa Ecopark (LME) and Ninoy Aquino Parks and Wildlife Center (NAPWC). Bait trapping facilitates species identification and population trend monitoring without harming local butterfly populations. From April to August 2023, two bait traps equipped with fermented bananas and rum as lures were deployed in each park. A total of 145 individuals representing nine morphospecies of the Nymphalidae family were recorded. Differences in butterfly diversity were noted between LME and NAPWC, with LME showing greater diversity. However, sampling efforts at NAPWC may need expansion to ensure exhaustiveness, potentially affecting comparison accuracy. Notably, four species observed in both parks are endemic to the Philippines, while data on the IUCN Red lIst status of the remaining species are unavailable.","PeriodicalId":17370,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Threatened Taxa","volume":"32 23","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-07-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141800804","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Taxonomy and distribution of some orthopteran species (Orthoptera: Gryllidae, Trigonidiidae, Acrididae) from northwestern Morocco","authors":"Dr. Sanjay Molur, B. ManagingEditorMr., Ravichandran, Dr. Mandar Paingankar, Dr. Ulrike Streicher, Ms. Priyanka Iyer, Dr. B.A. Daniel, Editorial Board Dr. Russel Mittermeier, Prof. Mewa Singh, Stephen D. Nash, Dr. Fred Pluthero, Dr. Priya Davidar, Dr. Martin Fisher, Dr. John Fellowes, Prof. Dr. Mirco Solé, Dr. Rajeev Raghavan, Pune India English Mira Bhojwani, C. Toronto, Ilangovan, Web Development, M. Latha, G. Ravikumar, Z. C. .. Radhika, Mrs, Zoo Coimbatore India Geetha, Dr. B. Shivaraju, D. R. Verma, Dr. Vatsavaya S. Raju, Dr. M. Krishnappa, Jnana Sahyadri, Dr. K.R. Sridhar, Dr. Kiran Ramchandra, Annasaheb Magar Ranadive, Mahavidyalaya, India Maharashtra, Dr. G.P. Sinha, Dr. N.P. Balakrishnan, Prof. D.J. Bhat, Dr. Ferdinando Boero, Dr. Merlin Franco, Dr. B.S. Kholia, D. P. Kumar, D. V. S. Kumar, Dr Arjun Raju, Dr. Vijayasankar Raman, Dr. B. Ravi, P. Rao, Dr. K. Ravikumar, Dr. Noor Azhar, Mohamed Shazili, Dr. M.K. Vasudeva Rao, Prof. A.J. Solomon Raju, Dr. Mandar Datar, Dr. M.K. Janarthanam, Dr. K. Kar","doi":"10.11609/jott.8686.16.7.25536-25544","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.11609/jott.8686.16.7.25536-25544","url":null,"abstract":"Orthopterans have emerged as a crucial group of invertebrates for environmental monitoring and assessment. According to available literature the study of Moroccan orthopteran species remains limited in comparison to other countries. In recent years, the field of orthopteran classification has witnessed significant progress thanks to groundbreaking research in taxonomy and phylogeny that have shed new light on relationships and evolutionary history. In Morocco, there are many types of Orthoptera, including grasshoppers, crickets, and locusts, and different regions of the country have not been equally well sampled and studied. Notably the northwestern, particularly the Sidi Kacem region, are little studied. Here we present a taxonomic update of the most abundant orthopterans in Morocco based on field visits between spring and summer 2019. Five species were identified: Dociostaurus maroccanus, Aiolopus strepens, Gryllus bimaculatus, Gryllus campestris, and Nemobius sylvestris. We aim to use this publication as a baseline for future work on Orthopterans from northwestern Morocco.","PeriodicalId":17370,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Threatened Taxa","volume":"15 15","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-07-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141801098","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"First record of Pieris napi L. (Lepidoptera: Pieridae) from Kashmir Valley, India","authors":"Dr. Sanjay Molur, B. ManagingEditorMr., Ravichandran, Dr. Mandar Paingankar, Dr. Ulrike Streicher, Ms. Priyanka Iyer, Dr. B.A. Daniel, Editorial Board Dr. Russel Mittermeier, Prof. Mewa Singh, Stephen D. Nash, Dr. Fred Pluthero, Dr. Priya Davidar, Dr. Martin Fisher, Dr. John Fellowes, Prof. Dr. Mirco Solé, Dr. Rajeev Raghavan, Pune India English Mira Bhojwani, C. Toronto, Ilangovan, Web Development, M. Latha, G. Ravikumar, Z. C. .. Radhika, Mrs, Zoo Coimbatore India Geetha, Dr. B. Shivaraju, D. R. Verma, Dr. Vatsavaya S. Raju, Dr. M. Krishnappa, Jnana Sahyadri, Dr. K.R. Sridhar, Dr. Kiran Ramchandra, Annasaheb Magar Ranadive, Mahavidyalaya, India Maharashtra, Dr. G.P. Sinha, Dr. N.P. Balakrishnan, Prof. D.J. Bhat, Dr. Ferdinando Boero, Dr. Merlin Franco, Dr. B.S. Kholia, D. P. Kumar, D. V. S. Kumar, Dr Arjun Raju, Dr. Vijayasankar Raman, Dr. B. Ravi, P. Rao, Dr. K. Ravikumar, Dr. Noor Azhar, Mohamed Shazili, Dr. M.K. Vasudeva Rao, Prof. A.J. Solomon Raju, Dr. Mandar Datar, Dr. M.K. Janarthanam, Dr. K. Kar","doi":"10.11609/jott.8233.16.7.25609-25612","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.11609/jott.8233.16.7.25609-25612","url":null,"abstract":"Pieris napi, a well-studied butterfly species distributed throughout the world, has remained undiscovered from Kashmir Himalaya to date. The present study reports the Pieris napi for the first time from Kashmir. This paper describes the diagnostic features and distribution patterns of the butterfly species in this region. It also includes specimen photographs and a distribution map of the species.","PeriodicalId":17370,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Threatened Taxa","volume":"53 39","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-07-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141799706","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}