PROJECTS FOR CONSERVATION AND TOLERANCE OF WILD MAMMALS IN OAXACA, MÉXICO

Abstract

In order to implement strategies for conservation and tolerance of wild mammals in a region of mesophyll forest in Oaxaca, México, monitoring was carried out by using trap cameras to analyze the diversity, abundance and activity patterns of the species, also applying surveys to the inhabitants to analyze the social perspective in reference to the presence of wild fauna. Eleven species of medium and large mammals were registered, three with greater abundance, two with daytime activity and one with nighttime. The residents do not know all the species present; however, they consider that it is important to conserve them through conservation projects and strategies, particularly those identified in some category of risk.