Preliminary Exploration of the Ecological Habits of Odorrana lipuensis

Authors: Chen WC*, Li P, Mo YM and Liao XW

DOI: 10.23880/izab-16000462

Volume 6, Issue 2

Abstract

Odorrana lipuensis occurs in an entirely dark karst cave in Lipu County, Guangxi Province, China. This paper discusses the ecological habits of the type locality of O. lipuensis, including the cave environment, daily activity rhythm, annual activity pattern, food, and predators. The results show that the life cycle of O. lipuensis is completed entirely in dark caves; cave temperature fluctuates around 19℃; there is no hibernation phenomenon, and it is active throughout the year. The daily activity rhythm does not differ between day and night, and breeding seasons range from March to June. Given the limited distribution range and small population size of O. lipuensis, it is recommended for inclusion in the national second-class protection animal list.

Keywords: Karst Caves; Dark Environnement; Conservation; Cave Fauna; Life Cycle

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