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Proposed Network of Nature Trails at Vallée Osterlog VALLÉE D’OSTERLOG ENDEMIC GARDEN FOUNDATION INTERIM INVENTORY OF FAUNA Vallée d’Osterlog Endemic Garden Foundation Wooton, Eau Coulée Tel: (230) 670 4088 Fax: (230) 670 2736 Email: [email protected] Website:http://valleedosterlog.gov.mu INTERNATIONAL DAY FOR BIOLOGICAL DIVERSITY 2011 List of Invasive Alien Species(Fauna) Introduction Family Scientific Name Common Name Bufonidae Amietophyrynus gutturalis Guttural Toad Cercopithecidae Chrysomeliade Colubridae Columbidae Dy tiscidae Estrildidae Gekkonidae Herpestidae Macaca fascicularis Brontispa longissima Lycodon aulicus Geopelia striata Hydaticus sobrinus Estrilda astrild Hemidactylus frenatus Herpestes auropunctatus Macaque Beetle Indian Wolf Snake Ground-barred Dove Predaceous diving beetle Waxbill House Gecko Indian Mongoose Muridae Ploceidae Rattus rattus Foudia madagascariensis Black Rat Madagascar Fody Pycnonotidae Pycnonotus jocosus Red-wiskered Bulbul Ranidae Ptychadena mascariensis Mascarene Ridged Frog Sturnidae Suidae Acridotheres thristis Sus scrofa Mynah Wild Boar Tenrecidae Tenrec ecaudatus Tenrec Mauritius is reputed to have been the abode of some of rarest species of birds, reptiles and plants. Several of these species, including the Dodo, became extinct as a result of rapid colonization, indiscriminate destruction of forest and predation on wildlife. Globally, there is an urgency to preserve and conserve our biological diversity as we form part of it, and further degradation may cause irreversible changes and damage. The Vallée d’Osterlog Endemic Garden Foundation was established in 2007 and the Garden forms part of the remnant native forests in the south-eastern part of Mauritius. It extends over 275ha of mountains and valleys, contains pristine areas covered with adult specimens of rare endemic and indigenous flora, and is home to endemic fauna some of which have been described in this booklet. One of the statutory objectives of the Foundation, in line with the United Nations Convention on Biological Diversity, is the restoration and conservation of all threatened native biodiversity. Besides conservation and preservation of the local genetic resources, the Foundation aims at developing the Vallée d’Osterlog into an attractive endemic garden for the benefit of nature lovers, scientists and the public in general. Surveys are being conducted for inventory and evaluation of native species within the Garden boundaries, as well Acknowledgements as identification of Invasive Alien Species which are causing degradation to the ecosystem. This booklet contains an interim fauna inventory conducted in early 2010: five birds, two geckos, three mammals, one butterfly and several molluscs found on the Mauritius list of protected species have been located. Unfortunately, the presence of exotic animals such as tenrec, rats, monkeys, wild boars also compete with native fauna and endanger the survival of these native species in the Garden. It is hoped that the illustrations in this booklet will help readers identify these animals and insects, and encourage them to support the ongoing efforts in biological diversity conservation. We are confident that a complete inventory of the whole area may reveal the presence of other rare endemic species. Reintroduction of endemic species that once inhabited the Vallée D’Osterlog Garden area is also envisaged. The Foundation is working towards the opening of the Garden to the public, for visitors to discover and admire the rich biodiversity Mother Earth has given to us. We wish to express our sincere and heartfelt thanks to all those who have contributed to the publication of this booklet Mr. L.M.J. Jullienne, Executive Director Mauritian Wildlife Foundation, Board Member and Chairperson Interim Inventory of Fauna Committee Mr. P. Gujadhur, Board Member, Representative of Ministry of Tourism and Leisure Mr. R. Rutty and Mr. R. Ramjaun, Representative of Forestry Service Dr. R. Sookhareea and Ms A. Goury, Representative of National Parks & Conservation Service Dr. S. Permalloo, Mr. P. Sookar and Mr. Rambhujun, Representative of Entomology Division Mr Oumesh Kumar Thumiah, Technical Officer of the Foundation and Secretary of Fauna Committee We extend our thanks to: Mrs. K. Beegun CSK, Chairperson, Mrs S. Jugessur-Sungker, Director, Board Members & Staff of the Vallée d’Osterlog Endemic Garden Foundation. Photographs: We are also grateful to following entities and persons for photographs courtesy: Cover top and second right photos , IV, V, VII, VIII, XII, XIII, XIV, XV, © Mr. V. Tatayah (MWF) I,II © Mr. Chevreau de Montlehu Cover botton left photos, III, VI , XI © Dr. N. Cole (MWF) IX © Mr. P. Sookar (Entomology Department) Cover backgound © Mr. R. Ramjaun (Forestry Services) List of Endemic/ Native Fauna Species Hon. Minister’s Message Birds Family Scientific Name Common Name Apodidae Aerodramus francica Mascarence Swiftlet Columbidae Nesoenas picturata Madagascar Turtle Dove Phaethonidae Phaethon lepturus White-tailed Tropicbird Pycnonotidae Hypsipetes olivaceus Mauritius Bulbul - Merle Zosteropidae Zosterops mauritianus Mauritius Grey White-Eye Family Scientific Name Common Name Gekkonidae Phelsuma cepediana Blue-tailed day Gecko Gekkonidae Phelsuma ornate Ornate day Gecko Herptiles Mammals Family Scientific Name Common Name Emballonuridae Molossidae Pteropodidae Taphozous mauritianus Mormopterus acetabulosus Pteropus niger Grey tomb bat Mascarene free-tailed bat Black-spined flying fox Insects Family Scientific Name Common Name Papilionoidae Henotesia narcissus narcissus Butterfly Molluscs Family Scientific Name Common Name Assimineidae Omphalotropis expansilabris All known as snails Omphalotropis globosa Succineidae Omphalotropis rubens Omphalotropis variegata Hyalimax perlucidus Streptaxidae Gonidomus concamerata Gonospira callifera Gonospira madgei Gonospira nevilli Maurennea poutrini Preface It is with great pleasure that I associate myself once again with the Vallée D’Osterlog Endemic Garden Foundation on the occasion of its publication on an interim inventory of fauna within Vallée D’Osterlog. Since the setting up of the Vallée D’Osterlog Endemic Garden Foundation in 2007, the Board and the staff of the Foundation have always made it a point to mark the International Day for Biological Diversity through the publication of interim inventories on the endemic species which exist within the 275 ha of land in the Vallée. Whilst the first two publications were exclusively focused on the native flora inventories within the garden, this third publication contains a list of fauna that have been identified up to now within the boundaries of the Vallée. This present publication is in line with the theme to mark the International Year of Forests as declared by the United Nations for Year 2011 and the theme for this year’s celebration is Forest Biodiversity. It is an undisputed fact that our overall well being depends on our biodiversity and a quite high percentage of our global economy is based on biological products and processess. However, forest biodiversity is increasingly threatened as a result of deforestation, fragmentation, climate change and other stressors. This Foundation is fully committed to protect the biological resources with an aim of having a sustainable forest. In Mauritius, I am glad to say that much effort is being geared towards the promotion of the conservation and the sustainable use of our biological diversity. The setting up of the Vallée D’Osterlog Endemic Garden Foundation which has as main objective to care for, conserve and preserve the endemic flora and fauna in the garden is one such example. Moreover, this project is also in line with Government’s vision to sustain a Green Mauritius and mitigate the impact of climate change. Once funds are secured by the Foundation, the Master plan for the development of the garden will be implemented. This publication has highlighted an array of endemic fauna species within the garden and will be a useful tool for raising awareness among the public on the variety of endemic fauna species that exist therein. In addition, it will be a valuable reference for scientists, researchers and students on endemic fauna located within the garden. I am aware that it will take a lot of time to carry out a complete inventory of all endemic flora and fauna species within the 275 ha of land, but with the commitment of the staff of the Foundation and the members of the Sub-Committee on Fauna and Flora Inventory, I am confident that this can be achieved. I wish to convey my deepest and sincere appreciation to all the officers who have worked on this publication. Hon Satya Veyash Faugoo Minister of Agro Industry and Food Security Macaca fascicularis Cercopithecidae International Day for Biological Diversity 22 May 2011 Chairperson’s Message Monkey Since its creation, the Foundation has been commemorating the International Day for Biological Diversity through a publication. Madagascar Fody This year, it is an inventory, albeit interim, of the fauna within the Garden. The Masterplan for the Garden having been approved by Government, the Foundation is now seeking to raise the necessary funds for its implementation. In the meantime, work is ongoing to identify the multitude of species, flora and fauna, within the garden, and to remove alien invasive species by the team of employees who have been trained for this work. XIII Rattus rattus Muridae The Foundation is committed to preservation and protection of endemic flora and fauna within the Garden, and one of the means is through inventories that will have to be carried out at predetermined intervals, to collect data on how the endemic species are faring. Rat I wish to record my deep appreciation to the Chairperson and members of the Fauna Inventory Sub-Committee who have devoted themselves for the timely realization of this year’s publication. We have been providing these publications to educational institutions, and we hope that eventually, as our youth learn to recognize and identify the endemic species, they will give feedback to the Foundation of what they have seen, where, and in what numbers. This will be their personal and most valuable contribution in the protection of our endemic species. Krishnawtee Beegun CSK Chairperson XIV Sus scrofa Suidae Mascarene Ridged Frog Wild Boar XV Foudia madagascariensis Native Fauna Ploceidae Birds Species Hypsipetes olivaceus Pycnonotidae Madagascar Fody XI Ptychadena mascariensis Ranidae Mascarene Ridged Frog I Mauritius Bulbul -Merle XII Zosterops mauritianus Invasive Alien Species Zosteropidae Uninvited Companies As years passed, fauna alien species that become invasive are considered to be the main direct driver of biological diversity loss throughout Mauritius. Increasing travel, trade, and tourism associated with globalisation and expansion of the human population have facilitated intentional and unintentional movement of species beyond natural biogeographical barriers are becoming matters of interest in Invasive Alien Species (IAS) at a particular location. IAS may also alter the evolutionary pathway of native species by competitive exclusion, niche displacement, hybridization, predation, and ultimately extinction. IAS themselves may also evolve due to interactions with native species and with their new environment. It is clear that IAS can produce substantial environmental and economic damage, and their negative effects are exacerbated by climate change, pollution, habitat loss and humaninduced disturbance. Increasing domination by a few invasive species increases global homogenization of biodiversity, reducing local diversity and distinctiveness. Fauna IAS prevent the regeneration of native plants,for instance monkeys (Macaca fascicu- laris) often pick and bite immature fruits and flowers of native trees so preventing the seeds from maturing and germinating. Sus scrofa – wild boar often gig up and eat any seedlings that do manage to germinate. Mauritius rich native fauna have been impoverished due to several reasons and one is predation from fauna IAS such as monkeys, rats (Rattus rattus, Rattus norvegicus) and through competition by aggressive exotic birds like Indian Mynah (Aeridotheres thristis), Red Whiskered Bulbul (Pycnonotus jacosus). II IAS can also directly affect human health through infectious diseases imported by travellers Mauritius Grey White-Eye or vectored by exotic species of birds, rodents and insects. IAS also have indirect health effects on humans as a result of the use of pesticides and herbicides for their control which infiltrate water and soil. Insects Henotesia narcissus narcissus Papilionoidae Phaethon lepturus IX Phaethonidae III White-tailed Tropicbird Butterfly Nesoenas picturata Columbidae Molluscs Streptaxidae Gonidomus concamerata Snail IV X Madagascar Turtle Dove Mammals Herptiles Species Phelsuma ornata Gekkonidae Pteropus niger Pteropidae VII Mauritius Fruit Bat V Ornate day Gecko Phelsuma cepediana Taphozous mauritianus Emballonuridae Gekkonidae VI Blue-tailed day Gecko VIII Grey tomb bat
