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Housing Patterns for Dairy Cattle in Nilgiri District of Tamil Nadu, India
Abstract: A field work was conducted to assess the effect of climatic variables on dairy cattle under different housing patterns in Nilgiri, the Hilly zone of Tamil Nadu, India. Initially a survey was conducted in this agroclimatic zone of Tamil Nadu with a prestructured interview schedule for identifying the present dairy cattle housing patterns, production and management measures. The annual compounded growth rates of T. maximum, T. minimum and temperature humidity …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Dairy Science and Technology · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 21–24 Read article
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Plant Diversity Studies in the Rural Homegardens of Honnavar Taluk of Uttara Kannada District, Karnataka, India
Abstract: AbstractHomegardens in the villages of Honnavar taluk is an integrated production system and a stable ecosystem that maintains the diversity of life as well as biological wealth. Honnavar is one of the Coastal Taluks of Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka state. The present study was carried out in 10 villages of Honnavar taluk namely Karki, Haladipur, Mannige, Allanki, Kavalakki, Idagunji, Navilgon, Kelaginoor, Manki and Kadatoka. Of the total 58 homegardens …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 3, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 5–18 Read article
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Algal Diversity of the Madho Sagar dam of the Dausa District of Rajasthan
Abstract: Algae are the marvellous plant of the plant kingdom, they are found in every kind of the habitat, the habitat ranges from the soil to the several kinds of the aquatic habitat. The aquatic habitat are the fresh water as well as the oceanic algae, in the ocean algae covers the whole part from the small ones to the large giant kelps. These form the sea weeds or the macro …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Crop science and Technology · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 9–12 Read article
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Study of Edible Medicinal Plants Farming Practices Adopted by the Tribes of Bhiwapur Tehsil of Nagpur District, India
Abstract: Biodiversity is the variety of life, the different plants, animals, microorganisms and macro-organisms. The economic benefit from the biodiversity is well known. However aesthetic, ethical, and cultural importance are not identified and recorded. Attention to this aspect is essential. Around 80,000 wild edible medicinal plants are used by the humans; of which 200 are under cultivation. On an average 20–30 species provide all the food required for human beings. It …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Ecology · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 19–22 Read article
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Assessment of Groundwater Quality of Deoli Tehsil (Tonk District, Rajasthan) with Special Emphasis on Nitrate Analysis
Abstract: High nitrate level in water can cause methemoglobinemia or blue baby syndrome, a condition found especially in infants under six months. For this study, 40 samples were collected from different villages of Deoli tehsil, Tonk, Rajasthan, India during the premonsoon 2011 in clean polyethylene bottles. The nitrate concentration along with physicochemical parameters in drinking water samples was determined by using standard techniques.Keywords: nitrate, blue baby syndrome, Deoli areaCite this ArticleMeena …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Ecology · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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A Report on Some Lactiferous Species of Maruthamalai Hills of the Southern Western Ghats of Coimbatore District, India
Abstract: Documentation of wild plants retains traditional knowledge. In this intention, the survey of lactiferous plants was recorded. The present work highlights the diversity of latex bearing plants of Maruthamalai Hills (Coimbatore) the southern Western Ghats. Latex is a milky extrude with complex chemical substances associated with different composition. Lactiferous plants can replace the need of non-conventional resource and having various medicinal compounds. In such a way, totally 54 species were …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Ecology · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Precipitation Variability Assessment using GIS and Geostatistical Techniques: A Study of Chamarajanagara District, Karnataka, India
Abstract: AbstractPrecipitation is an important parameter for the life cycle of living beings; also it plays a major role in global and country economic system. If there is a decline in precipitation then whole agricultural and food chain imbalance will become more. The present study is conducted to assess the spatial and temporal changes in precipitation pattern. The precipitation is interpolated using ordinary kriging to represent spatial distribution. The coefficient of …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Ecology · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 22–27 Read article
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Impact of Fungal Spores and Pollen Grains Present in the Atmosphere of Rui-Chhattisi, Taluka & District Ahmednagar, Maharashtra, India
Abstract: AbstractThe present investigation deals with the study of aerospora at Rui-Chhattisi. The observations were done during the two seasons (rainy and winter) with the help of volumetric tilak air sampler. During the investigation of winter and rainy seasons, some fungal spores and pollen grains which are having adverse effect on human beings and plants were studied. The dominant allergic fungal spores are Aspergillus, Penicillium, Curvularia, Cladosporium, Fusarium and Alternaria and …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Ecology · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 28–32 Read article
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Conservation of Some Wild Edible Plants Used by the Tribes of Bhiwapur Tahsil of Nagpur District, Maharashtra, India
Abstract: Plants are the integral part of Indian custom and social life. The disappearance of several plant species is affecting the quality of the day-to-day life of man in different ways. Hence, conservation of biodiversity and its sustainable utilization is of global importance for the development of the nation. The present study aimed to investigate the wild edible plants used by the tribes of Bhiwapur tehsil, belonging to different families, from …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 14–19 Read article
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Studies on the Seasonal Variations and Microhabitat Utilization of Anuran Population in Agroecosystems of Tranquebar Taluk Nagapattinam district, Tamil Nadu, India
Abstract: Habitat loss and fragmentation are among the largest threats to amphibian populations. In the present study, we intended to explore the amphibian population density (diversity) in three different seasons (Thaladi, Kuruvai and Samba) at five different habitats (Cultivable, Non-cultivable, Pond, Dry pond, and Grassland) in Cauvery delta region during the period 2016 to 2017. The Visual Encounter Survey Method (VES) was adopted in this study and amphibians were recorded in …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Ecology · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Seasonal Monitoring of Waterbirds of Khijadiya Wetland in Jamnagar District of Gujarat, India
Abstract: A study was conducted by Gujarat Ecological Education and Research (GEER) Foundation on waterbirds of Khijadiya Wetland from 2016 to 2018 covering all the major seasons. A total of 62 waterbird species were recorded that belonged to 16 families. Among all the families, maximum number (i.e., 13 species) of species belonged to the Anatidae family (i.e., the family of ducks, geese and swans) and Ardidae family (i.e., the family of …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Ecology · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 16–22 Read article
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A Survey of Crop Weeds and their Medicinal Value of Vagaikulam Village in Tirunelveli District, Tamilnadu
Abstract: ABSTRACTThe present investigation was carried out at Vagaikulam of Tirunelveli District, Tamilnadu, to understand the use of medicinal plant species for various medicative purposes. It resulted in about 46 medicinal plants for the treatment of several diseases either in single or in combination with some other ingredients. Thorough investigation indicated that these plant species are used to cure diseases like diarrhea, dysentery, rheumatism, headache, fever, ulcer, cough, jaundice, blood purification, …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2012 · pp. 10–16 Read article
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Preliminary Studies on the Bacteriological and Physicochemical Qualities of Selected Surface Drinking Water in Selected Rural Communities of Ondo North Senatorial District, Ondo State
Abstract: The present study evaluated the quality of surface water samples used for drinking in selected communities of Ondo State Northern Senatorial region. The physiochemical parameters analyzed range were; pH, (7.2–7.8), temperature (22.8–29.3°C) conductivity (59–118 μs/cm), total dissolved solids (38–147 mg/L), total suspended solids (74–153 mg/L), total hardness (11.3–36.4 mg/L), biological oxygen demand (3.8–10.1 mg/L), nitrate (2.94–19.34 mg/L), phosphate (0.54–1.65 mg/L). The results were compared with WHO standards in which they …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Food Science & Technology · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 20–27 Read article
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ASSESSMENT OF DIETARY INTAKE PATTERN AND DEVELOPMENT OF FOOD LIST FOR NORTH INDIAN SONIPAT DISTRICT
Abstract: The dietary pattern varies tremendously in different states in various countries including India. Each states require individual diet assessment for measurement of both nutrient and food intake. There is need for the dietary assessment of the population instead of individual food items. It requires some understanding of population food choices which vary in different location and socio-cultural environment. In the present study the assessment of the dietary pattern of the …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Food Science & Technology · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 9–20 Read article
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Avifauna in Mahavir Swami Wildlife Sanctuary of Deogarh in Lalitpur District, Uttar Pradesh, India
Abstract: The avifauna of Mahavir Swami Wildlife Sanctuary has never been studied before. So the study was undertaken to get a reliable checklist of the bird species in the sanctuary. The reasons to carry out this study was to know how many particular species of bird are present and to have baseline information for the protected area and its bird species, that is poorly known. A total of 176 species of …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Life Sciences · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 140–148 Read article
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Survey on Leafy Vegetables used by the Farmers of Kurumbalaperi Village in Tiruneveli District
Abstract: AbstractA survey was conducted to document the information regarding leafy vegetables used by the farmer inhabiting in Kurumbalaperi, Tirunelveli district of Tamil Nadu. Present investigation recorded 20 plants belonging to 15 families that are separately used as leafy vegetables and medicine by the local people and farmer. To give information regarding the leafy vegetables, their botanical names along with respective families, vernacular names have been mentioned. Attention should also be …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 2, Issue 3, 2013 · pp. 29–32 Read article
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First Photographic Record of Asian Woolly-necked Stork (Ciconia episcopus) in Karaivetti Bird Sanctuary, Ariyalur district, Tamil Nadu, India
Abstract: Asian Woolly- necked Stork (Ciconia episcopus) is one of the Near Threatened species, which is widely distributed in the tropical regions of Asian countries. These carnivores are found in habitats, which are well watered. On 21 February 2021, this species was recorded in the Karaivetti Bird Sanctuary, Ariyalur district, Tamil Nadu and is the first photographic record of this species here.
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Ecology · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 6–8 Read article
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Pre-extension Demonstration of Improved Teff Technologies at Shashogo District, Hadiya Zone, Southern Ethiopia
Abstract: Teff is a highly important crop in Ethiopia in terms of both production and consumption. Population growth, low incomes, and urbanization have all contributed to an increase in demand for teff, which is predicted to continue. However, the teff production system largely depends on traditional methods. As a result, the crop yield has not reached at the desired level. Therefore, the pre-extension demonstration of improved teff technologies was conducted at …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Ecology · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 33–39 Read article
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Morphological Dynamic of Ekakula Spit and Kalam Island in Kendrapara District of Odisha—A Geospatial Approach
Abstract: Odisha Coast of India is about 480 km long stretching and oriented in a SW-NE direction. The sediment contributions from the rivers are deposited along the coast. The littoral drift deposition builds spits and bars at the river mouths especially at the southern side of the river mouths. The one of the study area is situated between 20°40’57.417”N and 20°45’49.947”N latitude and 87°1’5.576” E and 87°7’4.959”E longitude. Another is the …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Space Science & Technology · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 35–39 Read article
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Geomorphological Dynamic of Mangala Cut of Puri District, Odisha: A Geospatial Approach
Abstract: Odisha rivers are east flowing and the Mahanadi is the largest river in Odisha. The river Bhargavi is the southern branch river of Mahanadi, which flows to Chilika lagoon parallel with Bay of Bengal. In the year 1929, the toposheet has no information about Mangala cut. In the year 1937, it was made for controlling flood in Bhargavi river. The Mangala cut was constructed to get relief from the regular …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Space Science & Technology · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 1–6 Read article