The diversity of wild animals at Fezzan Province

Date

2015-3

Type

Article

Journal title

Biodiversity Journal

Issue

Vol. 1 No. 6

Author(s)

KHALED SALEM EMHEMED ETAYEB
Essghaier, M. F. A et al

Pages

245 - 252

Abstract

Fezzan province (Libya) is a segment of true Sahara, is characterized by diverse habitats that are utilized as shelters and feeding ground for many desert wildlife species. Oases with water table near the surface are the most prominent feature in the Libyan desert. The diversity in habitats resulted in diversity in wildlife, as well as the plant cover (trees and bushes) is the most effective factor for the existence and the abundance of wild animals, in particular bird species. This study observed many species of reptiles, birds and mammals. In the study is also reported the rock hyrax Procavia capensis Pallas, 1766 (Hyracoidea Procaviidae) a rare and endemic species at the area. KEY WORDS Oases; diversity; endemic; wild animals.

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