Checklist of floral species at the Institute of Forestry, Pokhara Campus, Pokhara, Nepal

Miya, Mahamad Sayab; Gautam, Deepak

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“…The area consists of varieties of other associated tree species such as Diospyrus melabaricum, Dalbergia sissoo, Dalbergia latifolia, Acacia catechu, Albeziaspecies, Cinnamom camphora, and Delonix regia. A total 331 plant species have been reported from Banpale Forest and Campus premises (Miya and Gautam, 2021). Banpale Forest is considered one of the bird watching hotspots in the Pokhara valley (Ghimire et al 2019).…”

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“…Most research on birds in the Pokhara valley focus on the larger lakes of the lakecluster of the valley (Dhakal et al, 2020), leaving other parts unexplored. Only studies on plant diversity (Miya and Gautam, 2021) and mammals (Bhattarai et al 2021., Bist et al, 2021 have been done inside the Institute of Forestry campus, leaving avifauna understudied. As reported by Grimmett et al (2016), bushes and forests like Banpale Forest contribute 77% of Nepal's breeding bird habitat.…”

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Avian Diversity and Seasonal Abundance in Banpale Forest, Kaski District, Nepal

Baral,

Neupane,

Ghimire

et al. 2022

Forestry: J. Inst. Fores. Nep.

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Baseline information on bird diversity is essential for biodiversity monitoring and conservation as birds are often considered a key indicator of ecosystem health and ecological balance. Studies from other countries suggest that green patches, like university campuses, play a vital role in local bird conservation in urbanized regions. In the Kaski district of Nepal, the study of bird diversity is limited to the larger lakes of the Pokhara valley. Banpale Forest, one of the few green patches in the Pokhara valley, is considered a hotspot for birdwatching; however, no proper studies have been conducted to explore the bird diversity. This study examines the species diversity and seasonal abundance of birds in the Banpale Forest of the Institute of Forestry, Pokhara. Two trails built by villagers and students for walking were used as transects for the study. A total of 2,975 bird individuals of 125 species were counted in the survey conducted from June 2018 to May 2019, with 12 field visits along a 2.17km trail. Passeriformes (54.03%) and Accipitridae (13.71%) were the dominant order and family respectively among the recorded species. Species diversity (H’) was higher in the winter season (H’=3.99), with species richness of 13.26 and species evenness of 0.88. Insectivores (n=54) were the dominant foraging guilds among the recorded species. The high avifaunal diversity and conservation value index of Banpale Forest indicate the need for conservation planning in the region.

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Avian Diversity and Seasonal Abundance in Banpale Forest, Kaski District, Nepal

Baral,

Neupane,

Ghimire

et al. 2022

Forestry: J. Inst. Fores. Nep.

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“…This can be distinctly observed as communities of different regions have different approaches to ethnobotany and their uses. There are a few ethnomedicinal studies and floral exploration from the Kaski district (Acharya et al, 2010;Bhattarai et al, 2011;Rana et al, 2015;Kunwar et al, 2017;Adhikari et al 2010;Adhikari et al, 2019;Miya and Gautam, 2021), but the studies incorporating these localities are rather rare. The ethnomedicinal value of locally EthNo-MEDIcINAl PlANtS USED by locAl coMMUNItIES of PoKhArA MEtroPolItAN cIty… available plants has been integral to healthcare practices, weaving a rich tapestry of indigenous knowledge.…”

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Ethno-medicinal Plants Used by Local Communities of Pokhara Metropolitan City of Kaski District, Western Nepal

Dhakal,

Paudel,

Neupane

et al. 2023

Kalika J. Multidisc. Stud.

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In the diverse landscape of Pokhara Metropolitan City, Kaski district, Western Nepal, traditional medicine remains integral to the healthcare practices of many communities. This study presents a comprehensive exploration of the ethno medicinal value of locally available plants, emphasizing detailed insights into the research methodology employed. Data were collected from field observation, interview with local people, key informants, consultation with experts and secondary sources. Collected data were analyzed and presented well in table and charts. Data analysis involved a multi-faceted approach, including the systematic compilation of information gathered through interviews and field observations. The collected data were further organized and presented in tables and charts for comprehensive visualization. Plant specimens were meticulously collected, studied, and identified using standard literature and consultation with university professors. The results revealed a rich tapestry of ethno medicinal practices, showcasing 83 plant species distributed among 76 genera and 55 families, each playing a unique role in local healthcare. Trees emerged as the most prevalent life form, constituting 39.76% of the documented species. Noteworthy species included Ocimum tenuiflorum, Curcuma longa, and Citrus limon, with distinct medicinal applications The conservation and protection of these medicinal plants will further benefit in the prolonged sustainability of cultural as well as biological diversity.

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Checklist of floral species at the Institute of Forestry, Pokhara Campus, Pokhara, Nepal

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Avian Diversity and Seasonal Abundance in Banpale Forest, Kaski District, Nepal

Avian Diversity and Seasonal Abundance in Banpale Forest, Kaski District, Nepal

Ethno-medicinal Plants Used by Local Communities of Pokhara Metropolitan City of Kaski District, Western Nepal

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