The topography of the Kim Bang Species and Habitat Conservation Area in Ha Nam province includes limestone ranges, interbedded with sandstone hills, schist and narrow valleys. This report is the result of a further investigation into amphibians and reptiles from Kim Bang Species and Habitat Conservation Area in Ha Nam province. The objective of this report is to present the results of the 10-day surveys in the area to record additional species composition, distribution characteristics and identification of rare species. This paper also identifies threats to the area and provides recommendations for future conservation of the area. During the survey, 22 species were recorded, in which 47 specimens belonging to 11 families, three orders including 17 reptiles belonging to seven families, two orders and seven species of amphibians belonging to four families, one order. 16 species were reported for the first time of Ha Nam herpetofauna. Additionally, the data of morphological characters of afore mentioned species are also provided. In terms of conservation concern, two species are listed in the IUCN Red List (2022) and seven species is listed in the Vietnam Red Data Book (2007). Kim Bang biodiversity is heavily threatened by habitat degradation and over harvesting associated with wildlife trade. To preserve the unique biodiversity of Kim Bang limestone mountain, we must not only continue with research, in particular the ecological characteristics of recorded species.
This study was conducted to collect Lactobacillus strains which having probiotic and antioxidant activities from traditional Vietnamese fermented food. After isolation, screening and identification, we selected two strains, Lactobacillus plantarum and Lactobacillus brevis with probiotic activity and high antioxidant activity. These strains would be the microbiological agent for further studies about probiotic functional food with antioxidant and other valuable activities.
Four Rubiaceous species viz. Hedyotis diversifolia, Involucrella lithophila, Mouretia larsenii, Ophiorrhiza cana are newly recorded for the flora of Vietnam. Morphology based identification key, taxonomic notes, and photo-plates of the newly reported species are provided. Moreover, the second-step lectotype has been designated for the name Involucrella chereevensis. These findings provide some new basic data essential for biodiversity research in Vietnam. key, taxonomic notes, illustration provided.
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