Mangrove ecosystem services are multi-dimensional (ecological, socio-cultural and economic), and ... more Mangrove ecosystem services are multi-dimensional (ecological, socio-cultural and economic), and their valuation is complex as not all of these dimensions are quantifiable in terms of monetary value. The main goal of this study was to determine the perception of local residents on the economic values of the mangrove ecosystem along the south west coast of Mauritius (Savanne and Black River Districts). A survey questionnaire (Savanne district, N=142; Black River district, N=126) was designed electronically in English and Mauritian Creole language using dichotomous, multiple choices and closed ended questions. The mean value for the awareness score was 52.3 and the standard deviation was 4.8 for the district of Savanne as compared to Black River district, where the mean value was 53.8 and the standard deviation was 9.0. The mangrove products harvested by locals from the surveyed sites were fish, crabs and oysters. The respondents were less willing to contribute to mangrove conservatio...
A review of nudibranch (Mollusca: Euthyneura) diversity from the Republic of Mauritius: Status and Future Work, 2019
Nudibranchs are considered one of the most diverse groups of opisthobranchs. Their history in Mau... more Nudibranchs are considered one of the most diverse groups of opisthobranchs. Their history in Mauritius dates from 1832, with first records appeared in expedition reports and systematic works. Recent review of their biodiversity in Mauritius identified 23 species. The present study provides a list of nudibranch species using data from both systematic works and internet records as a means of maintaining an inventory from Mauritius. Some 105 species belonging to 20 families (excluding undescribed taxa and those recorded as cf.) have been identified in Mauritius. Most species have been collected in the north-west part of the island which is dominated by hotels and not subjected to easterlies which could be one reason explaining their abundance. Providing a list of nudibranchs species is important, to be able to design better ways of conserving them in the future, if the need arises. With a wide maritime zone and considered as a striking biodiversity hotspot, further species might be discovered from both Mauritius and Rodrigues.
Mangrove ecosystem services are multi-dimensional (ecological, socio-cultural and economic), and ... more Mangrove ecosystem services are multi-dimensional (ecological, socio-cultural and economic), and their valuation is complex as not all of these dimensions are quantifiable in terms of monetary value. The main goal of this study was to determine the perception of local residents on the economic values of the mangrove ecosystem along the south west coast of Mauritius (Savanne and Black River Districts). A survey questionnaire (Savanne district, N=142; Black River district, N=126) was designed electronically in English and Mauritian Creole language using dichotomous, multiple choices and closed ended questions. The mean value for the awareness score was 52.3 and the standard deviation was 4.8 for the district of Savanne as compared to Black River district, where the mean value was 53.8 and the standard deviation was 9.0. The mangrove products harvested by locals from the surveyed sites were fish, crabs and oysters. The respondents were less willing to contribute to mangrove conservatio...
A review of nudibranch (Mollusca: Euthyneura) diversity from the Republic of Mauritius: Status and Future Work, 2019
Nudibranchs are considered one of the most diverse groups of opisthobranchs. Their history in Mau... more Nudibranchs are considered one of the most diverse groups of opisthobranchs. Their history in Mauritius dates from 1832, with first records appeared in expedition reports and systematic works. Recent review of their biodiversity in Mauritius identified 23 species. The present study provides a list of nudibranch species using data from both systematic works and internet records as a means of maintaining an inventory from Mauritius. Some 105 species belonging to 20 families (excluding undescribed taxa and those recorded as cf.) have been identified in Mauritius. Most species have been collected in the north-west part of the island which is dominated by hotels and not subjected to easterlies which could be one reason explaining their abundance. Providing a list of nudibranchs species is important, to be able to design better ways of conserving them in the future, if the need arises. With a wide maritime zone and considered as a striking biodiversity hotspot, further species might be discovered from both Mauritius and Rodrigues.
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