Bat Conservation Strategy In Duasudara Mountain Nature Reserve As Ecotourism Potential Of North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Hanry Jefry Lengkong; Meis Jacinta  Nangoy; Hanny Hesky  Pontororing; Regina Rosita  Butarbutar; Eva Lienneke  Baideng; Pience Veralyn  Maabuat

doi:10.59613/ceekbv48

Authors

Hanry Jefry Lengkong Universitas Sam Ratulangi, Manado, Indonesia, Author
Meis Jacinta Nangoy Universitas Sam Ratulangi, Manado, Indonesia Author
Hanny Hesky Pontororing Universitas Sam Ratulangi, Manado, Indonesia Author
Regina Rosita Butarbutar Universitas Sam Ratulangi, Manado, Indonesia Author
Eva Lienneke Baideng Universitas Sam Ratulangi, Manado, Indonesia Author
Pience Veralyn Maabuat Universitas Sam Ratulangi, Manado, Indonesia Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.59613/ceekbv48

Keywords:

Bats, Gunung Duasudara Nature Reserve, North Sulawesi

Abstract

Sulawesi is a geologically complex island with unique fauna, including significant bat populations. This study aimed to identify bat species diversity, endemism, conservation status, and recommend conservation strategies in the Gunung Duasudara Nature Reserve. The research, conducted from May to August 2018 using mist nets across seven vegetation types, recorded 15 bat species with 475 individuals. Notable species include Acerodon celebensis, Boneia bidens, and Thoopterus nigrescens, categorized as near threatened by the IUCN. Newly discovered species M. tailiniensis, R. tangkokoensis, and T. tailiniensis exhibit distinct characteristics. The study's analyses suggest that maintaining the Nature Reserve’s status is crucial for its development as a center for education, research, and ecotourism, emphasizing the need for supportive regional policies and stakeholder involvement to ensure sustainable conservation efforts.