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This report contains the findings from rapid biological assessments around Mont Panié, the tallest mountain in New Caledonia, southwest Pacific. The purpose of the survey was to gather baseline data on biodiversity, analyze local climate trends, assess threats, and identify conservation priorities. The research team surveyed mammals, birds, plants, freshwater fishes and crustaceans, reptiles and amphibians, and dragonflies and damselflies. They also discovered fifteen species of plants and lizards that are potentially new to science, as well as severally other rare species, including the critically endangered Crow Honeyeater. Detailed conservation recommendations are provided.

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Author:   Francois Tron ,  Jean-Jerome Cassan ,  Romain Franquet ,  Trond H. Larsen
Publisher:   Conservation International,U.S.
Imprint:   Conservation International,U.S.
Dimensions:   Width: 2.20cm , Height: 0.10cm , Length: 2.80cm
Weight:   0.454kg
ISBN:  

9781934151549

ISBN 10:   1934151548
Pages:   200
Publication Date:   15 August 2013
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Professional and scholarly ,  Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In stock  
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Francois Tron is team leader of the Province Nord Program for Conservation International in New Caledonia. Jean-Jerome Cassan is vice director of the Environmental Assessment and Conservation Department of the Province Nord Program. Trond H. Larsen is director of Conservation International's Rapid Assessment Program. Romain Franquet is director of Dayu Biik, the organization in charge of the management of the Mont Panie Wilderness Reserve.

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