Conservation value of the Wadrékro village forest in the Department of Oumé, Central-Western Côte d'Ivoire
1 Laboratory of Biodiversity and Tropical Ecology, Department of Environmental Sciences, Jean Lorougnon Guédé University, Daloa, BP 150 Daloa, Côte d'Ivoire.
2 Swiss Centre for Scientific Research in Côte d'Ivoire, Abidjan, BP 1303 Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire.
3 Regional Directorate of Environment, Sustainable Development, and Ecological Transition of Haut-Sassandra, Daloa, BP 2223 Daloa, Côte d'Ivoire.
Research Article
World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews, 2024, 24(01), 2257–2265
Publication history:
Received on 30 August 2024; revised on 20 October 2024; accepted on 24 October 2024.
Abstract:
Village forest fragments play a crucial role in wildlife conservation. However, limited information is available on their mammalian diversity. To address this gap, this study was conducted in the Wadrékro Village forest, located in the Oumé department, to identify the mammalian fauna inhabiting the area. The survey involved cataloging mammal species through linear transects and reconnaissance walks (recce). Pedestrian surveys recorded 14 mammal species, grouped into 9 families and 3 orders: Artiodactyla, Rodentia, and Carnivora. These orders are representative of the major mammal groups found in better-preserved areas of the country. Specifically, Tragelaphus scriptus and Thryonomys swinderianus were the most frequently observed species. According to the IUCN Red List, all recorded mammal species are classified as Least Concern (LC), except for Hippopotamus amphibius, which is categorized as Vulnerable (VU). Rural forest patches can therefore contribute to wildlife conservation, particularly for mammalian species.
Keywords:
Mammalian Diversity; Village forests; Conservation Status; Habitat diversity; Ivory Coast
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