S. D. Rout , Jitendra Sharma

Abstract

Similipal Tiger Reserve , one of the initially created nine tiger reserves in the country, is the largest single contiguous patch of tropical forest located in the State of Orissa. The ever increasing biotic pressure due to presence of 65 villages inside the sanctuary and 1,200 villages around 10 km of its boundary is a potential threat to its existence. A balance has to be struck between development and conservation. Minimum biotic interference can not be avoided to maintain the sanctity and natural wealth of this biodiversity rich biome. Some protection initiatives have been taken to overcome several problems and to strengthen for the conservation of tiger and other animals in Similipal Tiger Reserve, Orissa.

Keywords

Similipal Tiger Reserve, Orissa, Conservation Challenges

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D. Swain , S. D. Rout , B. K. Behura

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Generally three species of non-human primates occur in the State of Orissa (India). Among these only two species of non-human primates occur in the forests of Similipal hills of Mayurbhanj District. A census for different species of wild mammals occurring in the Similipal Tiger Reserve was undertaken during May, 2004. The results of population structure of two species of non-human primates, viz. Semnopithecus entellus entellus and Macaca mulatta were furnished. The census was carried out for four consecutive days in the line transect method covering a total distance of 122 km. Of the 144 troops sighted consisting of 1,505 Hanuman langurs, the mean troop size worked out to 9.6 ± 1.19. The highest and lowest density of Hanuman langur was 162.5 and 1.7 per km² respectively. Similarly, out of 12 macaque troops sighted consisting of 138 individuals, the troops were made up of 4 to 25 individuals, with a mean of 11.5 ± 1.82. The population density was 10-98.3 per km², with a mean of 26.86.

Keywords

Population Structure, Non-human Primates, Similipal, Orissa, India

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S. D. Rout , D. Swain

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The Similipal Tiger Reserve (21°28' - 22°08' N latitude, 86°04' - 86°37' E longitude) of Mayurbhanj District, Orissa is one of the nine initially constituted Tiger Projects in India. The Reserve is a virgin sub-tropical forest and is a repository of large flora and fauna, which are a mixture of South Indian, North Indian and Andaman species. The Malabar or Indian Giant squirrel (Ratufa indica) which is distributed in Peninsular India, was also recorded in Similipal forest. According to the last census there were 10,660 squirrels estimated in Similipal Tiger Reserve. During the study period a total of 24 species of food plants have been recorded. Giant squirrel depends majority of time on seeds of some tree species. The study reveals that the squirrels were preferred more the petiole of leaf followed by fruit and bark of the tree as their food in all the months of the year. Data on nesting habits were recorded and a squirrel used more than 4 nests within a territory either to escape from nest predator or may provide shelter from natural calamities. The present communication deals with the study on the status of Giant squirrel (Ratufa indica) in Similipal Tiger Reserve, Orissa, India.

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J. Kumar , S. D. Rout , M. K. Das

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The Hatikote forest area in Baripada Forest Division, Mayurbhanj District (Orissa) is endowed with a rich wealth of medicinal plants. The invaluable resource of medicinal plants is however, under serious threat from severe depletion due to grazing, fire, pilferage and social indiscretions in utilization. In the present paper 65 medicinal plants belonging to 34 families of flowering plants are tabulated with information about local name, habitat, family, parts used and their medicinal uses. Some important endangered medicinal plants have been identified and has taken attempt for their conservation in Hatikote area for maintaining the gene pool through ex-situ conservation. Other important issues closely related to the development of in-situ conservation has been established in 200 ha. Importance has been given towards public by which they can conserve their natural forest through identification, establishment a germ plasm banks of the selected species, procurement of seeds of different plots and water conservation by gully plugging. In pursuance of this goal, some management techniques has been developed for the protection and smooth management of the area through protection against grazing and illegal entry of people, tending operation, soil and water conservation, plantation, fire protection, entry point activities and final harvesting of medicinal plants.

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H. K. Sahu , Jyotirmay Jena , S. K. Dutta , S. D. Rout

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H. S. Palei , P. P. Mahapatra , S. K. Dutta , L. A. K. Singh , H. K. Sahu , S. D. Rout

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Birds of Karlapat Wildlife Sanctuary were studied from January 2009 to June 2009, based on observational method. A total of 123 birds were recorded representing 49 families of 15 orders. Nine species are migrant, of which six are winter visitor and three are summer visitor. They also recorded 11 species of water birds here. The major factors, which are detrimental to the Karlapat Wildlife Sanctuary, are identified which includes proposal to lease a part of a land to an industry, use poison for fishing, forest fire, encroachment and hunting. Recommendations for better management of habitat of the Karlapat Wildlife Sanctuary have been provided.

Keywords

Karlapat Wildlife Sanctuary, Green Avadavat, Birds, Conservation Issues

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Debiprasad Sahoo , Sunit Kr. Das , Hemanta Kr. Sahu , S. D. Rout , L. A. K. Singh

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Sunit K. Das , S. D. Rout , D. P. Sahoo , P. Mohanta , A. Brahma

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Study was conducted to get some baseline information on faunal diversity of Kuldiha Wildlife Sanctuary of Balasore district, Orissa. Habitat surveyed includes tropical semi evergreen forest, sal tree forest, moist mix deciduous forest, roadside vegetation, water bodies and their surroundings. A total of 86 species of invertebrates, 9 species of fishes, 5 species of amphibian, 39 species of reptiles, 133 species of birds and 25 species of mammals were recorded during the study. Sloth bear and Elephant are the key species of the area. Sanctuary is a good habitat for Leopard. Other mammals have low population due to hunting and food gathering habit of tribal and loss of habitat. The presence of giant squirrel also indicates the good health of the upper canopy of the sanctuary.

Keywords

Kuldiha WL Sanctuary, Diversity, Biodiversity, Lesser Known, Habitat, Flora And Fauna

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S. D. Rout , S. K. Panda

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Non-timber Forest Products (NTFP) contribute an integral component of the food for the communities dependent on forests. Their role becomes more significant for less agricultural dependent communities with small land holding residing in remote forests. Fifty-four important NTFP species have been reported to be collected by the villagers in Gandigadha for consumption. However, a few new species like 'Sal' (Shorea robusta) leaves, tooth stick and seeds 'Mahula' (Madhuca indica) flower and fruit, 'Chara' (Buchanania lanjan) fruits, seeds and mushroom are collected and sold to local traders.

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Non Timber Forest Products (NTFP), Forest Dwellers, Tribals, Socio-economic Significance

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Subrat Debata ¹, S. D. Rout ¹, H. K. Sahu ¹, C. S. Kar ¹

Affiliations
1 P.G. Dept. of Wildlife & Biodiversity Conservation, North Orissa University, Takatpur,Baripada-757003, IN

Abstract

Birds of Blackbuck Community Conserved Area were studied from March 2012 to February 2013. A total 104 species belonging to 84 genera and 47 families were recorded of which family Ardeidae was the most diverse comprising 7 species. Resident birds constituted major part of the diversity (81.74%) followed by winter visitors (17.3%) and summer visitor (0.96%). Highest (95 species) was recorded in the month of December and winter was the most diverged season in terms of number of species (101 species) followed by summer (84 species) and monsoon (71 species).

Keywords

Bird Diversity, Protected Areas, Community Conserved Areas, Balipadar-bhetnoi Blackbuck Habitat

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