关键词: 就地保护, 生物多样性, 兽类, 新纪录, 野生动物监测, 自然保护地

Abstract: During 2022 to 2023, we conducted a comprehensive investigation using various mammal survey methods to enhance knowledge and management of mammal diversity and distribution in the Ningxia Liupanshan National Nature Reserve. With 118 infrared cameras deployed over 45 430 camera working days, we recorded 20 mammal species belonging to 19 genera, 12 families, and five orders. Thirty small mammal survey plots were established, with a total of 7 425 trap-nights leading to the capture of 280 non-volant small mammals from 16 species belonging to 13 genera, seven families, and three orders. Using mist net and hand-netting methods, we registered a new record of a bat species within the reserve. Medium and large mammals such as Panthera pardus exhibited healthy populations with ample food resources and wide ranges. Through field surveys and literature compilation, a list of mammal species in this area was established totaling 64 species from 50 genera, 21 families, and six orders. Compared to previous lists, the present list has an increase of 17 mammal species, with 12 of which recorded from recent literature or image vouchers, and 5 from field survey of this study, including Erinaceus amurensis, Chimarrogale leander, Ochotona syrinx, Anourosorex squamipes, and Plecotus austriacus. The reserve houses approximately 75. 3% of all mammal species found in Ningxia, including a significant proportion (20. 3%) of carnivores and a large population of Panthera pardus. Moreover, this area serves as a pivotal zone where the Palaearctic and Oriental realms intersect, highlighting its conservation significance. The findings provide fundamental data for monitoring and conservation management efforts on mammalian resources within the Liupanshan National Nature Reserve.

Key words: In situ conservation, Biodiversity, Mammalia, New record, Wildlife monitoring, Protected area