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Wildlife Monitoring Using Camera Trap at Gunung Celering Nature Reserve Jepara Regency Central Java

Introduction

Wildlife monitoring using camera trap at gunung celering nature reserve jepara regency central java. Wildlife monitoring in Gunung Celering Nature Reserve, Jepara, Central Java using camera traps. Identified 14 species, including 3 protected (Permenlhk 106/2018, IUCN). Explore biodiversity and nocturnal activity.

Abstract

A wildlife monitoring survey was conducted in the Gunung Celering Nature Reserve (GCNR) located in Jepara Regency Central Java during September to November 2023 using camera traps. The survey was conducted to identify wildlife, determine the activity patterns of the wildlife in question and identify the types of wildlife protected in GCNR. The survey results showed that 868 videos were obtained with details of 173 wildlife video captures, 14 videos of human activities and 711 non-object videos. The 173 wildlife videos consisted of 14 types of wildlife consisting of 7 Aves (6 Orders, 6 Families), 5 Mammals (5 orders, 5 families), 1 Reptil and 1 Amphibian. Of the 173 wildlife videos, 7 videos were obtained from 4 species that were active at night. The remaining 166 videos were successfully documented during the day. The animals documented at night were Frogs, Civets, Jungle Cats and Rats. Of the 14 of wild animals found, there are 3 protected species based on Permenlhk 106/2018, 2 types of animals with En (endangered) status and 1 type of animal with Vul (Vulnerable) status based on IUCN as well as 3 types of animals with Appendix II category and 1 type of animal included in Appendix I CITES category.

Review

This study presents a timely and important wildlife monitoring survey conducted in the Gunung Celering Nature Reserve, utilizing camera traps to document local biodiversity. Carried out between September and November 2023, the research successfully aimed to identify wildlife species, determine their activity patterns, and ascertain the presence of protected species within the reserve. The methodology employed, focusing on camera traps, is a standard and effective approach for non-invasive wildlife monitoring, making the findings directly relevant to conservation efforts and park management in the Jepara Regency, Central Java. The abstract highlights substantial findings from the survey, reporting 173 wildlife video captures from a total of 868 videos, revealing 14 distinct types of wildlife spanning 7 Aves, 5 Mammals, 1 Reptile, and 1 Amphibian. This demonstrates a commendable effort in documenting species richness. Furthermore, the study effectively distinguished between diurnal and nocturnal activity, with 7 videos capturing 4 nocturnal species (Frogs, Civets, Jungle Cats, and Rats), providing valuable insights into the ecological rhythms of the reserve. Critically, the identification of 3 protected species under national regulations (Permenlhk 106/2018), along with species categorized as Endangered (2 types) and Vulnerable (1 type) by IUCN, and those listed under CITES Appendices I and II, underscores the significant conservation value of the Gunung Celering Nature Reserve and the urgency for its continued protection. Overall, this research provides a robust preliminary assessment of the wildlife presence and conservation status within the Gunung Celering Nature Reserve. The comprehensive data on species identification, activity patterns, and conservation classifications offers a strong foundation for future ecological studies and informs targeted conservation strategies. While the abstract presents key findings effectively, a full manuscript would benefit from further discussion on camera trap density, sampling effort, and potential habitat correlates for the observed species. Nevertheless, this study makes a significant contribution to the understanding of regional biodiversity and serves as a vital tool for local conservation management.

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