Behavioural ecology of barking deer (Muntiacus muntjak) in the Ulu Lepar Valley Pahang Darul Makmur

Hassan Kassim, . Behavioural ecology of barking deer (Muntiacus muntjak) in the Ulu Lepar Valley Pahang Darul Makmur. pp. 67-78. ISSN 0121-8126

A minimum of 0.21 barking deer per sq. km. was estimated in Ulu Lepar. When compared to previous estimates this indicates that barking deer populations are declining in numbers probably as the result of over-hunting and habitat alteration. Observations of feeding behaviour showed that barking deer have a varied diet. They feed on fruits as well as new leaves. Fruits are an important food source during the fruit season (May to July). Secondary lowland dipterocarp forest appears to be the most important habitat for barking deer because it provides shelter cover breeding and feeding sites. Many species of understorey plants found in the secondary forest serve as a food resource. Salt lick and water sources were also found to be important components of barking deer habitat.

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Abstract

A minimum of 0.21 barking deer per sq. km. was estimated in Ulu Lepar. When compared to previous estimates this indicates that barking deer populations are declining in numbers probably as the result of over-hunting and habitat alteration. Observations of feeding behaviour showed that barking deer have a varied diet. They feed on fruits as well as new leaves. Fruits are an important food source during the fruit season (May to July). Secondary lowland dipterocarp forest appears to be the most important habitat for barking deer because it provides shelter cover breeding and feeding sites. Many species of understorey plants found in the secondary forest serve as a food resource. Salt lick and water sources were also found to be important components of barking deer habitat.

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Item Type:	Article
AGROVOC Term:	Deer
AGROVOC Term:	Animal behaviour
AGROVOC Term:	Habitats
AGROVOC Term:	Population density
AGROVOC Term:	Feeding habits
Depositing User:	Mr. AFANDI ABDUL MALEK
Last Modified:	24 Apr 2025 00:54
URI:	http://webagris.upm.edu.my/id/eprint/8620

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