Опубликована: Июнь 7, 2023

Research efforts toward Philippine biodiversity have increased significantly due to concerns about its natural resources and biodiversity. However, there is an imbalance in the distribution of published studies, with specific territories organisms receiving more attention. Mindanao, a southern Island, known for high levels endemism amphibians reptiles. Despite this, research on these groups remains unconsolidated. To address this gap, we conducted synthesis focusing reptiles faunal region Mindanao. We found increasing effort towards herpetofauna over two decades, yet clear bias compared In addition, that higher species threat index than all other vertebrate groups, regardless ecological status. Yet, threatened those facing greater number threats are poorly studied, general. Understanding factors driving biases Mindanao Philippines essential allow us redirect most needed areas, particularly understudied neglected taxa This especially urgent face changing climate, where diverse communities at risk extinction. Consequently, by bridging gaps information, can effectively contribute conservation understanding region.

Язык: Английский