Dergiler / Turkish Journal of Zoology / 2006 / Cilt: 30 - Sayı: 3

Bat Diversity and Conservation in Jordan

Sayfa
235–244
DOI
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Özet

The diversity and conservation of bats in Jordan were reviewed based on field work and specimen collections. The bat fauna of Jordan consist of 24 species. Zoogeographical affinities of the bats of Jordan are reviewed. Threats to and human impact on current populations are discussed. Recommendations for implementing conservation measures and future bat research avenues in Jordan are highlighted.

Abstract

The diversity and conservation of bats in Jordan were reviewed based on field work and specimen collections. The bat fauna of Jordan consist of 24 species. Zoogeographical affinities of the bats of Jordan are reviewed. Threats to and human impact on current populations are discussed. Recommendations for implementing conservation measures and future bat research avenues in Jordan are highlighted.

Anahtar kelimeler: Bat, diversity, conservation, Jordan, threats