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ArticleBMC zoology2025

Distribution range and human-hippopotamus (Hippopotamus amphibious) conflict in the Lake Tana biosphere reserve, Ethiopia.

Getasew Mulu, Dessalegn Ejigu

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Getasew MuluDepartment of Biology, College of Science, Bahir Dar University, Bahir Dar, Ethiopia.
Dessalegn EjiguDepartment of Biology, College of Science, Bahir Dar University, Bahir Dar, Ethiopia. dessalegn_ejigu@yahoo.com.

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backgroundHippopotamus (Hippopotamus amphibious) is a semi-aquatic mammal that is considered the third largest living land mammal still alive on earth. The main objective of this study was to determine the distribution range and human-hippopotamus conflicts in the Lake Tana Biosphere Reserve, Ethiopia. Data were collected from June 2022 to January 2023. Total count methods were used to estimate the hippopotamus population, and Arc GIS was used to determine the distribution range and habitat suitability of hippopotamus. Structured questionnaire and focus group discussions were used to collect data on human-hippopotamus conflict. Data were analysed using One-way ANOVA, independent t-test, and chi-sqaure test.

resultsThe mean population estimation of hippopotamus in in the study area showed 252.67 ± 15.9 with a density of 0.072 individuals per km

conclusionIn order to conserve hippopotamus in the in the Lake Tana Biosphere Reserve, appropriate conservation measures including habitat protection and restoration, and community engagement and education need to be developed. Moreover, further research on the ecological aspects of the Lake's ecosystem is required to ensure the conservation of hippopotamus.

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