scholarly journals Breaking the silence: how shedding light on the bone-skipper fly Thyreophora cynophila (Diptera: Piophilidae) demonstrated it still has a large distribution area in the Pyrenees mountains, France

2020 ◽  
Vol 8 ◽  
Author(s):  
Frédéric Azémar ◽  
Frédéric Cazaban ◽  
Laurent Pelozuelo
Keyword(s):  
Saint Paul ◽  
Distribution Area ◽  
Southern France ◽  
Extent Of Occurrence ◽  
Occurrence Data ◽  
Large Distribution

Thyreophora cynophila (Panzer, 1798) is an iconic species of the European entomofauna. This winter-flying necrophagous fly was considered long extinct in Europe, before being discovered in Spain in 2010 and re-discovered in France in 2020, with a unique locality in Saint-Paul-de-Jarrat (Ariège, southern France). After bringing this species to the attention of people that are active in nature during the winter, including hunters, skilled naturalists, nature lovers and professional naturalists, we gathered seven new occurrence data for this species at six locations on the French flanks of the Pyrenees mountains. Those data considerably extend the known distribution of the species in Europe and allows mapping the first approximate extent of occurrence for this species in France.

scholarly journals Catalan ethnoflora: a meta-analytic approach to life forms and geographic territories

2020 ◽  
Vol 16 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Airy Gras ◽  
Montse Parada ◽  
Joan Vallès ◽  
Teresa Garnatje
Keyword(s):  
Global Analysis ◽  
Life Forms ◽  
Point Of View ◽  
Distribution Area ◽  
New Approach ◽  
North East ◽  
Plant Life Forms ◽  
The North ◽  
Plant Life ◽  
Large Distribution

Abstract Background Catalonia (in the north east of the Iberian Peninsula) is among the most prospected territories in Europe, from the ethnobotanical point of view. The aim of the present paper is to undertake a global analysis in the area considered, including plants, plant life forms, and ethnobotanical data within a physiographic and geographic framework. Methods Data from 21 ethnobotanical prospection areas in Catalonia were collected, analyzed, and compared, with the focus on plant life forms and geographic divisions. Results A total of 824 taxa constitute the Catalan ethnoflora, and 316 of them are shared by the six physiographic zones recognized in Catalonia. When three major geographic areas are considered (Pyrenean, inland, and littoral), 394 taxa have been reported in only one out of the three areas. Concerning life forms, phanerophytes and chamaephytes together, i.e., those taxa present all through the year, are the most cited (37.12%). Conclusions This first study constitutes a new approach to ethnobotanical data analysis. The results show the particular importance of plants with a large distribution area and plants with available biomass throughout the year. Apart from this, other kind of plants, e.g., those present in only one territory, are of interest for its originality and sometimes for the local significance.

scholarly journals Scirpus radicans (Cyperaceae), a newly-discovered native species in Lithuania: population, habitats and threats

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 ◽  
Author(s):  
Zigmantas Gudžinskas ◽  
Laurynas Taura
Keyword(s):  
Plant Communities ◽  
Native Species ◽  
Conservation Status ◽  
Vegetative Reproduction ◽  
Species Conservation ◽  
Distribution Area ◽  
Rare And Endangered Species ◽  
Rare And Endangered ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Large Distribution

A previously unrecorded native species, Scirpus radicans (Cyperaceae), was discovered in the southern part of Lithuania in 2020. Although this species has a large distribution area in other parts of Eurasia, it is currently recognised as threatened in many European countries. Recordings of S. radicans in Lithuania had been expected, as these plants do occur or have been reported to occur in neighbouring regions. The aim of this study was to analyse the distribution of S. radicans in southern Lithuania, to determine the occupied areas and the size of populations, to study their capacity of vegetative reproduction, their habitats and associated plant communities, as well as to perform an assessment of the species' conservation status within the country. We studied S. radicans populations at two sites on the shores of Lake Pabezninkai and of Lake Netečius in the Varėna District (southern Lithuania), from August to October 2020. A total of 993 individuals of S. radicans were counted and their stands comprised 0.73 ha. The density of individuals in the studied plots ranged from 0.02 to 0.78 plants/m2. Only 0.5% of individuals at Lake Pabezninkai and 20.7% of individuals at Lake Netečius were at the stage of generative reproduction. Individuals at the stage of vegetative reproduction comprised 56.4%, whereas generative individuals amounted to 1.7% of all studied plants. One to seven stolons developed per plant and the mean number of rosettes per stolon was 2.8 ± 1.2. Potentially, a total of ca. 2860 rosettes could be expected from all individuals of the studied plots, but the actual realised rate of vegetative reproduction is unknown. A more detailed study of the reproductive capacities of S. radicans would be required for better understanding the causes of the lately observed decrease of this species in most of the countries of Central Europe. Our analysis of the associated plant communities has enabled us to confirm the presence of a Scirpetus radicantis Nowiński 1930 association previously not recorded in Lithuania. By assessing S. radicans in accordance with the IUCN Criteria, we conclude that this species should be classified as endangered (EN) in Lithuania. Based on this assessment, we propose to include this species on the list of legally protected species of Lithuania. Conservation of shallow lakes with sandy or muddy shores and with significant natural fluctuations of the water level is the main measure for ensuring the survival of S. radicans, as well as other rare and endangered species adapted to such a type of habitat.

scholarly journals Distribution modeling applied to deficient data species assessment: A case study with Pithecopus nordestinus (Anura, Phyllomedusidae)

2020 ◽  
Vol 15 (2) ◽  
pp. 165-175
Author(s):  
Felipe Pessoa Da Silva ◽  
Hugo Fernandes-Ferreira ◽  
Martín Alejandro Montes ◽  
Lucas Gonçalves da Silva
Keyword(s):  
Species Distribution ◽  
Environmental Variables ◽  
Species Distribution Modeling ◽  
Distribution Area ◽  
Potential Range ◽  
Species Occurrence ◽  
Extent Of Occurrence ◽  
Habitat Area ◽  
Distribution Modeling ◽  
Occurrence Records

The arboreal frog Pithecopus nordestinus is geographically present in almost all Brazilian Northeast territory and Minas Gerais State. It is currently classified as deficient data (DD) by IUCN Red List of Endangered Species, requiring further knowledge about its geographic distribution and population status. In this context, the species distribution modeling can be applied, since its basis uses species occurrence records and environmental variables related to bioclimatic and landscape features. This kind of method predicts the species suitability of certain organism in the geographic space. We obtained 159 P. nordestinus occurrence records, covering all the previously known distribution of the species. These records were collected from direct field sampling, scientific literature, museum collections, and available online databases. We used four species distribution modeling algorithms to obtain the potential range (extent of occurrence) and available habitat for this frog through habitat area analysis proposed by IUCN. The generated models can be considered as excellent, with mean AUC value of 0.981. The environmental variables related to temperature and radiation were the most important to the construction of this distribution model. Our results indicate that the forested areas of the Atlantic Forest domain and forest patches inside the Caatinga biome present the highest suitability values for the species occurrence and the major part of available habitats, a fact possibly related to the known arboreal habit of this amphibian. We thus provide a new distribution area for P. nordestinus more broadly than previously known and a new polygon for conservation purposes based on extent of occurrence, and an increase of occupancy based on habitat area analysis. The identification of additional areas where the P. nordestinus occurrence was not yet well known, new habitats for possible dispersal or recolonization; and the selection of conservation hotspots applied to this species are direct applications from our study. In addition, the methodological procedures used here may serve as a baseline tool for new investigations with focus on still deficient data species and its ecological and conservation planning requirements.

scholarly journals Historic and recent occurrences of Kievan nettle (Urtica kioviensis Rogow.) in Hungary

2021 ◽  
Vol 108 (2) ◽  
pp. 135-156
Author(s):  
Győző Haszonits ◽  
Dávid Schmidt ◽  
Dénes Bartha
Keyword(s):  
Open Pit ◽  
Distribution Area ◽  
Anthropogenic Factors ◽  
Sand Mining ◽  
Water Shortages ◽  
Occurrence Data ◽  
Inorganic Substances ◽  
Progressive Succession ◽  
Marginal Zones ◽  
Succession Processes

This paper presents occurrence data of Urtica kioviensis Rogow. in Hungary from the 20th century till today, based on a survey of six Hungarian public herbaria and the literature. Altogether 84 herbarium sheets from 9 counties, 83 literature records mentioned from 12 counties, and 57 flora mapping data were encountered. Based on these, we updated the distribution map of the species in Hungary. We found that the typical habitats of U. kioviensis in Hungary include marginal zones of bog forests, reeds, and old small watercourses. We report two newly discovered locations of the species in the Hanság area. Near Fehértó, in a peat-forming reed bordering a lake, approximately 150 plants were found, while in the vicinity of Dör, in a former open pit sand mine, approximately 300 plants were observed. The habitat at Dör is secondary, the current vegetation must be the result of progressive succession processes that started after the abandonment of sand mining. The integrity of Hungarian habitats has been threatened in recent decades by increasingly frequent climatic anomalies (mainly water shortages due to the lack of precipitation for long periods) and anthropogenic factors (fragmentation of biotopes, organic/inorganic substances washing into groundwater), which may cause a decrease in the number of plants. As a significant part of the distribution area of the species is located in Hungary, the protection of its populations and habitats is also of key importance.

scholarly journals KEBERAGAMAN KOMUNITAS MUSLIM DAN ISLAM KEINDONESIAAN

2017 ◽  
Vol 13 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-8
Author(s):  
Ahmad Zainuri
Keyword(s):  
Political Development ◽  
Central Bureau ◽  
Distribution Area ◽  
Muslim Community ◽  
Large Community ◽  
The People ◽  
Large Distribution

Muslims in Indonesia are the majority people. This means that most of the people of Indonesia are adherents of Islam or Muslims. According to the Central Bureau of Statistics (Jakarta, 2004) report, Indonesia's population is 224 million, 89% of which 224 million are Muslims. A very large community for a country that also has a large distribution area such as Indonesia. The Muslim community in the archipelago has been decisive for decades in the direction of political development in Indonesia. 

Contribution to the occurrence and former distribution of Tephroseris palustris (Compositae) in the Central Europe

Biologia ◽  
2006 ◽  
Vol 61 (4) ◽  
Author(s):  
Judita Kochjarová
Keyword(s):  
Czech Republic ◽  
Great Britain ◽  
Central Europe ◽  
European Part ◽  
Distribution Range ◽  
Distribution Area ◽  
Herbarium Specimens ◽  
Southern Boundary ◽  
Extinct Species ◽  
Large Distribution

AbstractTephroseris palustris (syn. Senecio palustris) is a circumboreal species with large distribution range. The European part of the recent distribution area extends southwards to central France, Germany, Poland, and Ukraine, while in Great Britain, Czech Republic, Hungary, Slovakia, and Romania, T. palustris has been treated as extinct species. The southern boundary of its distribution in Poland does not reach the Carpathian territory. Herbarium specimens, formerly collected in Czech Republic, were found, however, all Czech localities are extinct. No herbarium specimens confirming the old literature data from Slovakia, Hungary, and Romania have been found. Some herbarium specimens coming from this area, and declared as T. palustris (S. palustris), in fact, refer to Senecio paludosus L. Contrary to previous nomenclature review (Jeffrey & Chen 1984), the name Tephroseris palustris (L.) Rchb. seems to be correct (Reichenbach Fl. Saxon.: 146, 1842).

scholarly journals Izolované populace praménky Bythinella austriaca (Frauenfeld, 1857) (Gastropoda: Hydrobiidae) v okolí Prahy [Isolated populations of Bythinella austriaca (Frauenfeld, 1857) (Gastropoda: Hydrobiidae) in Prague surroundings (Czech Republic)]

2010 ◽  
Vol 9 ◽  
pp. 5-10
Author(s):  
Luboš Beran
Keyword(s):  
Czech Republic ◽  
Distribution Area ◽  
Actual Situation ◽  
Isolated Populations ◽  
The Czech Republic ◽  
Occurrence Data ◽  
North Western

This paper completes the knowledge of an occurrence of Bythinella austriaca (Frauenfeld, 1857) (Gastropoda: Hydrobiidae) in surroundings of Prague – capital of the Czech Republic. However, this species is not rare in the eastern part of the Czech Republic, sites on north-western otskirts of Prague are isolated far from the main distribution area. Altogether, 63 sites potentially suitable for B. austriaca were investigated in this area, and occurrence of this species was confirmed in 11 of them. B. austriaca was found in springs, rivulets and small brooks, more numerous populations were found in springs. Historical occurrence data in this area were compared with results of research done in 2003, 2006 and 2010. Actual situation of this species in Prague surroundings is problematic and survival of some populations is not guaranteed.

scholarly journals Can data from native mosquitoes support determining invasive species habitats? Modelling the climatic niche of Aedes japonicus japonicus (Diptera, Culicidae) in Germany

2019 ◽  
Vol 119 (1) ◽  
pp. 31-42
Author(s):  
Antje Kerkow ◽  
Ralf Wieland ◽  
Linus Früh ◽  
Franz Hölker ◽  
Jonathan M. Jeschke ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Invasive Species ◽  
Mosquito Species ◽  
Distribution Area ◽  
Support Vector ◽  
Aedes Japonicus ◽  
Climate Conditions ◽  
Invasive Mosquito Species ◽  
Aedes Japonicus Japonicus ◽  
Occurrence Data ◽  
Invasive Mosquito

AbstractInvasive mosquito species and the pathogens they transmit represent a serious health risk to both humans and animals. Thus, predictions on their potential geographic distribution are urgently needed. In the case of a recently invaded region, only a small number of occurrence data is typically available for analysis, and absence data are not reliable. To overcome this problem, we have tested whether it is possible to determine the climatic ecological niche of an invasive mosquito species by using both the occurrence data of other, native species and machine learning. The approach is based on a support vector machine and in this scenario applied to the Asian bush mosquito (Aedes japonicus japonicus) in Germany. Presence data for this species (recorded in the Germany since 2008) as well as for three native mosquito species were used to model the potential distribution of the invasive species. We trained the model with data collected from 2011 to 2014 and compared our predicted occurrence probabilities for 2015 with observations found in the field throughout 2015 to evaluate our approach. The prediction map showed a high degree of concordance with the field data. We applied the model to medium climate conditions at an early stage of the invasion (2011–2015), and developed an explanation for declining population densities in an area in northern Germany. In addition to the already known distribution areas, our model also indicates a possible spread to Saarland, southwestern Rhineland-Palatinate and in 2015 to southern Bavaria, where the species is now being increasingly detected. However, there is also evidence that the possible distribution area under the mean climate conditions was underestimated.

Species occurrence data from the Range-Wide Bull Trout eDNA Project

2017 ◽  
Author(s):  
Michael K. Young ◽  
Daniel J. Isaak ◽  
Kevin S. McKelvey ◽  
Michael K. Schwartz ◽  
Kellie J. Carim ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Bull Trout ◽  
Species Occurrence ◽  
Occurrence Data
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