Amphibian diversity in relation to environmental change in Harenna Forest, Bale Mountains National Park, Ethiopia: A Remote sensing and GIS Approach

A significant decline in amphibian diversity and abundance has been observed in Harenna Forest, Bale Mountains National Park (BMNP), Ethiopia, over the past decades. The study, conducted between 2008 and 2009 during both wet and dry seasons, recorded seven endemic amphibian species, but analysis revealed a reduction compared to previous investigations. This decline correlates with substantial land use/land cover changes, including a marked decrease in forest cover and wetlands, as well as the expansion of agricultural land and settlements between 1973 and 2000. The research utilized GIS and remote sensing techniques to quantitatively assess these environmental changes, providing critical insights into the impact of human-induced modifications on biodiversity in this UNESCO World Heritage Site.

A. Saber, S., Kassahun, R., P Loader, S., & B. El Kafrawy, S. (2019). Amphibian diversity in relation to environmental change in Harenna Forest, Bale Mountains National Park, Ethiopia: A Remote sensing and GIS Approach. Egyptian Journal of Aquatic Biology and Fisheries, 23(3), 139–149. https://doi.org/10.21608/ejabf.2019.40420