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1. Context
1.1 Are the values of the site well documented, assessed and monitored?
Assessment criteria
Condition Category* (Tick ü) Remarks
Values not systematically documented,
Park encompasses semi moist deciduous forest
Poor ü
assessed or monitored.
and is representative of transient bio geographic
Values generally identified but not
zonation (Teak and Sal forests / Gray and Red
Fair
systematically assessed and monitored.
Jungle fowl /Clawless otters ) Important values of
Most values systematically identified and
the area need be studied and documented. Close
Good
assessed and monitored.
to park there is old water body which supports
All values systematically identified and
aquatic fauna is a major tourist attraction to an
Very good
assessed and monitored.
average person.
1.2 Are the threats to site values well documented and assessed?
Assessment criteria
Condition Category* (Tick ü) Remarks
Threats not systematically documented or
Park does not have buffer , includes one large
Poor
assessed.
and three small villages inside. Naxal activity
Threats generally identified but not
present and hence law and order problem.
Fair
systematically assessed.
Threats perceived and documented
Most threats systematically identified and
assessed.
Good ü
All threats systematically identified and
assessed.
Very good
1.3 Is the site free from human and biotic interference?
Assessment criteria
Condition Category* (Tick ü) Remarks
The site has extensive human and biotic
As indicated above, fringe areas prone to
Poor
interference.
pressures ; Core area is comparatively free.
The site has some human and biotic
Conservation since 1975, has given good
Fair
interference.
protection and section of locals have turned
The site has little human and biotic
dedicated conservationist.
Good ü
interference.
The site has no human and biotic
Very good
interference.
*Score: Poor: 2.5; Fair: 5; Good: 7.5; Very Good: 10
Navegaon National Park (Maharashtra)
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