Browsing by Subject "Endangered species"
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A comparative analysis of nutrient content in foods commonly consumed by chimpanzees in captivity and in the wild
(2012-01)Chimpanzees are listed as endangered species (Caspary, 2001). Today, conservation is seen as a way to protecting surviving populations and rolling back decline in their populations. Feeding is a key part of the conservation ... -
The distribution and abundance of free-flying African Grey Parrots in Kampala District, Uganda.
(Makerere University, 2013-10)The African Grey Parrot (Psittacus erithacus), a forest specialist, is threatened by the continued loss of forest cover in most of its main habitats. The pet trade is also a major threat on the wild populations of this ... -
Population structure and human utilization of the Cycad (Encephalartos Whitelockii) along River Mpanga, Western Uganda
(Makerere University, 2014)Cycads are listed in the IUCN Red list of threatened plants. They were abundant about 600 million years ago, but wild populations are now highly localized. Cycad species Encephalartos whitelockii (P.J.H. Hurter) exists ... -
Synthesizing indigenous and scientific knowledge for conservation and co-management of small-scale fisheries in Uganda (Kalangala and Wakiso Districts)
(Makerere University., 2015-11)The lake Victoria fishery is facing ecological stress with many indigenous species declining and some close to extinction. Despite the current application of scientific and modern management options, little has been ... -
Utilization of medicinal plants in Ikumbya Sub-county, Luuka District, Uganda
(Makerere University., 2015-12)The study on the utilization of medicinal plants in Ikumbya Sub-county, Luuka District, Uganda was carried out between September 2008 and December 2008. The specific objectives were: to document utilization of common ...