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| Khan, A.A.; Khan, W.A.; Chaudhry, A.A. | |
| Mammalian diversity in Thar desert habitat of Tharparkar district, Sindh, Pakistan | |
| 2015 Pakistan Journal of Zoology (47): 1205-1211 | |
We studied the mammalian fauna in the desert lands of Tharparkar district during the period April 1, 2013 to April 10, 2013. An attempt has been made to assess the current conservation status of the mammals occurring in part of Thar Desert in Pakistan. Thirty five (35) species were recorded from different habitats of the district. Majority of species belonged to order Rodentia followed by Carnivora. The rodents dominated the mammalian fauna, being represented by 15 species_. Gerbillus gleodowi _and _Meriones hurrianae _were the most dominant and abundant, followed by _Tatera indica _and _Mus _species. Among the 10 species of Carnivores, majority are rare in distribution; either endangered or near threatened. Of the Ungulates Indian wild ass _(Equus hemionus_) is near extinction in the Rann of Kutch (Pakistan part). Striped hyaena _(Hyaena hyaena_), chinkara or Indian gazelle (_Gazella bennettii_), and nilgai or bluebull (_Boselaphus tragocamelus_) are species of concern which need protection for extended conservation status. Some of the potential threats and expected environmental impacts due to energy exploration activities in Thar Coal Power Project blocks are discussed. |
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