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      Amphibian Species Decline in Pune City

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            Amphibians are excellent indicators of environmental health due to their sensitivity to temperature, humidity, and pollution. Their sedentary nature makes them vulnerable to changes in their population. Pune's rapid industrialization and urbanization have severely impacted the amphibian fauna in the city and its outskirts. A survey conducted in 2000 identified 14 amphibian species belonging to 7 genera and 4 families. However, several species have either disappeared or are now found only outside the city or beyond 10 km from the city center. The decline in amphibian populations is mainly attributed to habitat loss caused by urban expansion, construction, and encroachment. The loss of critical breeding grounds, such as paddy fields and rainwater pools, has further contributed to their decline. The inclusion of fringe villages into the municipal limits will exacerbate habitat destruction. Conservation efforts, such as protecting breeding sites and collaborating with government bodies and NGOs, are essential to preserve these vulnerable amphibians in the region.

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            Journal of Ecological Society
            Ecological Society
            2278-0823
            1 April 2001
            : 13-14
            : 1
            : 52-54
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            10.54081/JES.013/10
            5e0830b6-dc22-41cb-9bd3-3d8c4bf690d4
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            All data generated or analysed during this study are included in this published article (and its supplementary information files).
            Ecology
            Amphibian Decline ,Micro Habitat,Food Preferences,Urban Expansion,Uperedon Globulosus,Rana Malabarica,Habitat Loss,Breeding Grounds

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