Use and traditional management of Galea spixii (Wagler 1831) and Kerodon rupestris (Wied-Neuwied 1820) in the municipalities of Pau dos Ferros, Encanto, and Francisco Dantas (northeastern Brazil)

Suellen Silva Santos (), Kallyne Machado Bonifácio () and Reinaldo Farias Paiva Lucena ()
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Suellen Silva Santos: Federal University of Paraíba
Kallyne Machado Bonifácio: Federal University of Paraíba
Reinaldo Farias Paiva Lucena: Federal University of Paraíba

Environment, Development and Sustainability: A Multidisciplinary Approach to the Theory and Practice of Sustainable Development, 2021, vol. 23, issue 8, No 62, 12446-12462

Abstract: Abstract This study aimed to identify the forms of use (knowledge and current use) and traditional management of two rodent species reared as pets: Galea spixii (Wagler 1831) and Kerodon rupestris (Wied-Neuwied 1820), popularly known as “preá” and “mocó,” respectively. This case study was carried out in the Caatinga biome, in the state of Rio Grande do Norte (northeastern, Brazil). Residents of rural communities were interviewed regarding their knowledge of these species, as well as the purposes for which they use these animals. The data were obtained through semi-structured questionnaires addressing questions on the purposes of use, current use, and issues on biological and ecological knowledge of these species. Four purposes of use (food, rearing, zootherapeutic, and artisanal) were recorded for both species, which are currently used for food and rearing purposes. Their management is performed outside their natural environment, according to their peculiarities. This type of analysis is essential to understanding the sociocultural importance of these animals, in addition to providing data that can be used in wild species conservation plans if their populations in natural habitats decline due to environmental or exploitation factors.

Keywords: Rodent use; Rearing; Protection management; Maintenance management (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2021
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