Threatened Species of Amphibians and Reptiles from Son La Province and Their Conservation Values
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Abstract
From the field survey research between 2012 and 2021, we herein provide a list of 39 threatened species of amphibians and reptiles from Son La Province. Of these, the following species have high conservation values: two species are listed in the Governmental Decree No. 64/2019/ND-CP, 12 species are listed in the Governmental Decree No. 84/2021/ND-CP, 12 species are listed in the CITES Appendices, 22 species are listed in the Vietnam Red Data Book (2007), and 24 species are listed in the IUCN Red List (2022). In addition, 21 species are being exploited for food and wildlife trade by local people. Major threats to the habitat and populations of amphibians and reptiles in the study areas include deforestation, slash-and-burn cultivation, hunting activities, exploitation of forest products, quarrying, hydropower and road construction, as well as overharvesting for food and trade. The research results provide a scientific base for conservation and management of amphibians, reptiles and biodiversity of Son La Province.
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