Saltwater crocodile and human conflict around Bhitarkanika National Park, India: A raising concern for determining conservation limits

Patro, Shesdev; Padhi, Sunil Kumar

doi:10.1016/j.ocecoaman.2019.104923

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“…Several sanctuaries and reserves in India, such as the Bhitarkanika National Park (20°45ʹN 87°0ʹE) in Odisha and the Sundarbans National Park (21°50ʹ17ʹN 88°53ʹ07ʹE) in West Bengal (Fig. 2 -Appendix 1), are known for their bigger Saltwater crocodile populations (Patro, Padhi, 2019). Additionally, there are 32 Zoological Parks in India breeding Indian Saltwater crocodiles (Kumar et al, 2012).…”

Section: Current Status Of Saltwater Crocodiles In Indiamentioning

confidence: 99%

“…For these reasons, raising awareness and educating local communities about the importance of crocodile conservation and safety measures in crocodile-prone areas is essential. Continuing research on crocodile populations, behaviour, and health is crucial for effective conservation strategies (Ross, Meyer, 1983;Nayak, Padhi, 2011;Sideleau, et al, 2016;Patro, Padhi, 2019). Conservation agencies, wildlife organisations, and the government of India have been working to address these challenges through policies, regulations, and community-based conservation programs.…”

Section: Conservation Challengesmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…This may involve education programs, raising awareness about the importance of these reptiles, and providing training in safety measures for people living in crocodile-prone areas. Ongoing research on crocodile populations, behaviour, and health helps inform conservation efforts (Nayak, Padhi, 2011;Sideleau, et al, 2016;Patro, Padhi, 2019;Singh, Kar, 2023).…”

Section: Conservation Measures To Protect the Indian Saltwater Crocod...mentioning

confidence: 99%

“…As predators, they occupy the top of the food chain in the ecosystems they inhabit (Mazzotti et al, 2009;Hanson et al, 2015;Somaweera et al, 2019;. They are capable of preying on a wide range of animals, including fish, birds, and mammals, making them a formidable species in their ecosystem (Daltry et al, 2016;Sideleau et al, 2016;Patro, Padhi, 2019). Male Saltwater crocodiles can reach 6.3 m in length and weigh 1,360 kg.…”

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Indian Saltwater crocodiles (Crocodylus porosus Schneider, 1801) and their conservation perspective

Basu,

Das,

Cetzal-Ix

2023

AUPCStudiaNaturae

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The Saltwater crocodile (Crocodylus porosus Schneider, 1801), population in India has been relatively stable. They are listed as a Schedule I species in the Wildlife Protection Act of India, which provides them with legal protection. However, several natural and anthropogenic factors are cumulatively putting significant challenges towards the successful conservation of the various populations and sub-populations of the Saltwater crocodiles in their natural habitats across India. Hence, it is important to understand the factors impacting their population decline and identifying the strategies and policies necessary for successful long term conservation of this majestic reptilian species across their natural habitats in India. The current study makes a multi perspective introspection of the successful conservation efforts of the Indian Saltwater crocodile.

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Section: Current Status Of Saltwater Crocodiles In Indiamentioning

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Section: Conservation Challengesmentioning

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2023

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“…even adult humans, however, these are rather unusual extreme cases [44]. Conversely, various reptiles represent an important part of human diet throughout the world and, in many areas, this habit persists until today.…”

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Zoonotic Parasites of Reptiles: A Crawling Threat

Otranto

Modrý

Otranto

2020

Trends in Parasitology

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Reptiles are reservoirs of a wide range of pathogens, including many protozoa, helminths, pentastomids, and arthropod parasitic species, some of which may be of public health concern. In this review we discuss the zoonotic risks associated with human-reptile interactions. Increased urbanization and introduction of exotic species of reptile may act as drivers for the transmission of zoonotic parasites through the environment. In addition, being a part of human diet, reptiles can be a source of life-threatening parasitoses, such as pentastomiasis or sparganosis. Finally, reptiles kept as pets may represent a risk to owners given the possibility of parasites transmitted by direct contact or fecal contamination. Awareness of reptile-borne zoonotic parasitoses is important to advocate control, prevention, and surveillance of these neglected diseases. Humans, Reptiles, and…Their ParasitesCrawling creatures, identified as reptiles (from the Latin repere 'to crawl'), include a polyphyletic (see Glossary) group of animals belonging to different orders and a large number of species (Box 1) [1]. In many aspects, reptiles represent enigmatic creatures and arouse an incredible range of feelings in humans as they are perceived, according to different cultures, as fascinating and even worshipped in some African and Asian societies, such as the ball pythons (Python regius) and black cobra (Naja melanoleuca) in Africa, or scary and disgusting wild creatures crawling on earth, mainly in the western world [2]. Accordingly, the symbolic usage of reptiles varied through history in many cultures. The range of attitudes of humans toward reptiles commonly affects their conservation, being often persecuted as dangerous creatures (P. Luís Ceríaco, Master's Thesis, Évora University, 2010). Nowadays, reptiles have become popular exotic pets and account for an estimated 21% of the value of the live animal trade [3]. In addition, in some parts of the world, the reptiles are used as important source of food, medicines, and materials (e.g., the leather industry) (Box 2).

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Snowballing trends of saltwater crocodile conflicts in Andaman Islands: A mounting concern for conservation and sustainable co-existence

Shankar,

Purti,

Prabakaran

2024

Eur J Wildl Res

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Saltwater crocodile and human conflict around Bhitarkanika National Park, India: A raising concern for determining conservation limits

Cited by 8 publications

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Indian Saltwater crocodiles (Crocodylus porosus Schneider, 1801) and their conservation perspective

Indian Saltwater crocodiles (Crocodylus porosus Schneider, 1801) and their conservation perspective

Zoonotic Parasites of Reptiles: A Crawling Threat

Snowballing trends of saltwater crocodile conflicts in Andaman Islands: A mounting concern for conservation and sustainable co-existence

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