Biodiversity research and conservation in Cat Ba National Park with updated records from recent field surveys

Recent field surveys in Cat Ba National Park, Vietnam, have documented two previously unstudied bat species and their echolocation calls, adding to the park's rich biodiversity. Established in 1986, Cat Ba is a karst landscape with diverse ecosystems, including forests, wetlands, mangroves, and caves, making it a critical site for conservation research. While significant progress has been made in studying and protecting its flora and fauna—including endemic species—many areas remain under-researched, particularly in the park's buffer zone, where unregulated ecotourism and development pose threats. This study highlights both the achievements and gaps in biodiversity conservation efforts, providing updated records to inform future strategies for habitat protection.

Cao, T. T. N., & Nguyen, S. T. (2018). Biodiversity research and conservation in Cat Ba National Park with updated records from recent field surveys. Journal of Vietnamese Environment, 9(5), 285–290. https://doi.org/10.13141/jve.vol9.no5.pp285-290