Reptile predators of swiftlets (genus Aerodramus), with a focus on their impact on the swiftlet farming industry
We conducted a comprehensive review of literature and online records to determine the extent of reptile predation on swiftlets (genus Aerodramus), especially on commercially farmed species. Reptiles appear to be a large component of reported swiftlet predators, including six species of lizards and 1...
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| author | Evan, Quah Seng Huat Chong, Ju Lian |
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| description | We conducted a comprehensive review of literature and online records to determine the extent of reptile predation on swiftlets (genus Aerodramus), especially on commercially farmed species. Reptiles appear to be a large component of reported swiftlet predators, including six species of lizards and 16 species of snakes representing eight families and 17 genera. Predation events have been reported from India, Peninsular Malaysia, Borneo, Indonesia, and Australia. The presence of reptile predators may negatively impact production at swiftlet farms and lead to human-wildlife conflicts. Additional research is needed to find mitigation measures so that industry stakeholders can coexist with reptiles. Further studies will likely identify additional species of reptile predators of swiftlets. |
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| spelling | ums.eprints-365972023-08-25T02:02:38Z https://eprints.ums.edu.my/id/eprint/36597/ Reptile predators of swiftlets (genus Aerodramus), with a focus on their impact on the swiftlet farming industry Evan, Quah Seng Huat Chong, Ju Lian QL605-739.8 Chordates. Vertebrates SF1-1100 Animal culture We conducted a comprehensive review of literature and online records to determine the extent of reptile predation on swiftlets (genus Aerodramus), especially on commercially farmed species. Reptiles appear to be a large component of reported swiftlet predators, including six species of lizards and 16 species of snakes representing eight families and 17 genera. Predation events have been reported from India, Peninsular Malaysia, Borneo, Indonesia, and Australia. The presence of reptile predators may negatively impact production at swiftlet farms and lead to human-wildlife conflicts. Additional research is needed to find mitigation measures so that industry stakeholders can coexist with reptiles. Further studies will likely identify additional species of reptile predators of swiftlets. Department of Biology Victor Valley College 2023 Article NonPeerReviewed text en https://eprints.ums.edu.my/id/eprint/36597/1/ABSTRACT.pdf text en https://eprints.ums.edu.my/id/eprint/36597/2/FULL%20TEXT.pdf Evan, Quah Seng Huat and Chong, Ju Lian (2023) Reptile predators of swiftlets (genus Aerodramus), with a focus on their impact on the swiftlet farming industry. Herpetology Notes, 16. pp. 457-462. ISSN 2071-5773 |
| spellingShingle | QL605-739.8 Chordates. Vertebrates SF1-1100 Animal culture Evan, Quah Seng Huat Chong, Ju Lian Reptile predators of swiftlets (genus Aerodramus), with a focus on their impact on the swiftlet farming industry |
| title | Reptile predators of swiftlets (genus Aerodramus), with a focus on their impact on the swiftlet farming industry |
| title_full | Reptile predators of swiftlets (genus Aerodramus), with a focus on their impact on the swiftlet farming industry |
| title_fullStr | Reptile predators of swiftlets (genus Aerodramus), with a focus on their impact on the swiftlet farming industry |
| title_full_unstemmed | Reptile predators of swiftlets (genus Aerodramus), with a focus on their impact on the swiftlet farming industry |
| title_short | Reptile predators of swiftlets (genus Aerodramus), with a focus on their impact on the swiftlet farming industry |
| title_sort | reptile predators of swiftlets genus aerodramus with a focus on their impact on the swiftlet farming industry |
| topic | QL605-739.8 Chordates. Vertebrates SF1-1100 Animal culture |
| url | https://eprints.ums.edu.my/id/eprint/36597/1/ABSTRACT.pdf https://eprints.ums.edu.my/id/eprint/36597/2/FULL%20TEXT.pdf |
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