Why endemic species are important

By genetics Paleo-endemics: are species that eventually form isolated groups due to their morphological, chemical or genetic characteristics. Schizo-endemics: are species formed by gradual isolation but which have similar chromosomic and morphological characteristics.

Patro-endemics: are species that emerge due to changes in the number of chromosomes and which colonise more extensive areas than their predecessors. Apo-endemics: these are species that derive from others and which, unlike patro-endemic species, occupy smaller areas than their predecessors. Polar bear Ursus maritimus : this carnivorous mammal lives in the polar region and in the frozen areas of the Northern Hemisphere.

It is the only surviving super-predator in the Arctic. It has shiny eyes and makes strange noises. Panda Ailuropoda melanoleuca : This carnivorous mammal is typical of Asia, although it has become a symbol of China the country that has done most to save it from extinction.

Panda Ailuropoda melanoleuca. Lemur Lemuroidea. Dragon tree Dracaena draco. Native species are important because they play big roles in the natural environment of a region. While all species are important to maintain, native species and endemic species hit closer to home, which is why we care so much about our native carnivores.

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Landowners will be assisted in voluntary management agreements which seek to maintain scenic values while ensuring their rights to continue customary uses along the stream.

Generally, the goal is to maintain good water quality for recreation and fish and wildlife habitat. Achievement of the goal will be through use of Best Management Practices BMPs that keep stream banks in good condition, establish buffers, and prevent erosion and sedimentation. The program applies to streams that have not been channelized within the past five 5 years and are considered by law to be public waters, that is, with mean annual flow volume of at least one hundred cubic feet per second cfs.

The benefits of keeping stream banks intact through the use of BMPs are many. Property values remain strong, soil and nutrients stay in place, and the stream avoids degradation from silt, caving banks and poor water quality. By using our website you are consenting to our use of cookies in accordance with our privacy policy. Toggle navigation. Select a Region. Gorman, Brad M. Potts, Jennifer A. Schweitzer, Joseph K.

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