Summary Conservation Action Plans for Mongolian Reptiles and ...

Regional distribution
Place names and general regions of Mongolia are included, accompanied by a distribution
map for Mongolia. These maps were updated during the Second International Mongolian
Biodiversity Databank Workshop, based on Terbish et al. (2006a) and Borkin et al.
(1990), and were enriched with new information from the scientifi c literature, museum
records, government and conservation organisation documents, and expert observations
(see Terbish et al. (2006b) for further details on the production of maps). Although these
are as accurate and up to date as possible, it should be noted that many species are lacking
in distribution data. As further research is conducted, changes to these maps are likely to
occur. Distributions outside Mongolia were not updated.
Abundance
Historic population trends and recent population estimates within Mongolia.
Habitat and ecology
Habitat preferences within Mongolia and general comments on ecology.
Dominant threats
Brief outline of dominant threats and their causes, identifi ed as being of immediate and
primary concern by participants during the Second International Mongolian Biodiversity
Databank Workshop. Threat processes can be complex and refl ect multiple factors; for
more detailed information please refer to the Mongolian Biodiversity Databank.
Conservation measures in place
Specifi c conservation actions currently established.
Conservation measures required
Actions suggested by experts at the Second International Mongolian Biodiversity
Databank Workshop, and specialists in subsequent reviews, which are expected to reduce
the negative impact of threats and ensure the future persistence of the species.
All summary conservation action plans have been compiled and reviewed by participants of
the workshop and other specialists.
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