taxonID	type	description	language	source
03B38798FFC5FFE10A7DFBB9FAE2FB33.taxon	discussion	Pallas’s Squirrel is mainly found in primary and secondary forests, distributed throughout North- east India. This medium sized squirrel was seen thrice at Bogoli and Dhekiajuli camp sites (Figure 3 e). Pallas's Squirrel confronts threats including habitat loss due to deforestation, urbanization, poaching and predation by domestic animals. These challenges endanger their populations, necessitating conservation measures to safeguard their habitats and mitigate the conflicts. This species is a Least Concern according to the IUCN Red List and is listed as Schedule II species under Indian Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972 and Appendix II in CITES (Table 1).	en	Kumar Thapa, Monish, Dutta, Sourav, Jyoti Das, Hirak, Kumar Pradhan, Tilak, Mahanta, Debajit, Tossa, Sujal, Kalita, Ritu, Sharma, Kamal (2024): Mammalian diversity and conservation status in and around Ranga Reserve Forest, Lakhimpur, Assam, India. Species (e 7 s 1629) 25 (75): 1-10, DOI: 10.54905/disssi.v25i75.e7s1629, URL: https://doi.org/10.54905/disssi.v25i75.e7s1629
03B38798FFC5FFE10A7DFF5EFA42FE5A.taxon	discussion	Asiatic Elephants are very common in the reserve forest, often encountering villages, leading to human-elephant conflicts in the study area. During the paddy season (October to December), elephants predominantly venture into village areas and also destroy paddy fields and human houses (Figure 3 a). Sometimes, this results in life-threatening consequences for both humans and elephants. Therefore, people use electric fences, shot guns to mitigate with elephants. The Asian Elephant is an Endangered species according to IUCN Red List and is listed as a Schedule I species under the Indian Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972 and Appendix I to CITES (Table 1).	en	Kumar Thapa, Monish, Dutta, Sourav, Jyoti Das, Hirak, Kumar Pradhan, Tilak, Mahanta, Debajit, Tossa, Sujal, Kalita, Ritu, Sharma, Kamal (2024): Mammalian diversity and conservation status in and around Ranga Reserve Forest, Lakhimpur, Assam, India. Species (e 7 s 1629) 25 (75): 1-10, DOI: 10.54905/disssi.v25i75.e7s1629, URL: https://doi.org/10.54905/disssi.v25i75.e7s1629
03B38798FFC5FFE10A7DFABDFE9AF982.taxon	discussion	Himalayan Crestless Porcupine is common species in the Ranga Reserve Forest and distributed in the whole of North East India. It prefers primarily forests and forest fringe habitats. During the study period, this species was observed several times in different sampling sites (Gulajuli, Bogoli, Kachajuli, Dhekiajuli and Kimin) (Figure 3 h). This species is facing threats such as habitat destruction, conflict with livestock, hunting for meat and various anthropogenic activities. These pose challenges to both agricultural livelihoods and wildlife conservation efforts, requiring balanced mitigation strategies for human-porcupine coexistence. The Himalayan Crestless Porcupine is of Least Concern according to IUCN Red List and is listed as a Schedule II species under the Indian Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972 (Table 1).	en	Kumar Thapa, Monish, Dutta, Sourav, Jyoti Das, Hirak, Kumar Pradhan, Tilak, Mahanta, Debajit, Tossa, Sujal, Kalita, Ritu, Sharma, Kamal (2024): Mammalian diversity and conservation status in and around Ranga Reserve Forest, Lakhimpur, Assam, India. Species (e 7 s 1629) 25 (75): 1-10, DOI: 10.54905/disssi.v25i75.e7s1629, URL: https://doi.org/10.54905/disssi.v25i75.e7s1629
03B38798FFC5FFE10A7DF9EDFD63F8AB.taxon	discussion	Among the mammals of Ranga Reserve Forest, as well as Assam, this species is facing the most severe threat from the local poachers and hunters. The species was spotted unexpectedly by villagers in Rampur village during the study period and they informed the forest department. After that the species was rescued by the members of AWRRO with the help of the forest department (Figure 3 k). Chinese Pangolin is Critically Endangered according to the IUCN Red List, listed as a Schedule I species under the Indian Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972 and Appendix I in CITES (Table 1). Very often, it is captured from forest areas for consumption of its meat and the use of various parts of its body for medicinal purposes.	en	Kumar Thapa, Monish, Dutta, Sourav, Jyoti Das, Hirak, Kumar Pradhan, Tilak, Mahanta, Debajit, Tossa, Sujal, Kalita, Ritu, Sharma, Kamal (2024): Mammalian diversity and conservation status in and around Ranga Reserve Forest, Lakhimpur, Assam, India. Species (e 7 s 1629) 25 (75): 1-10, DOI: 10.54905/disssi.v25i75.e7s1629, URL: https://doi.org/10.54905/disssi.v25i75.e7s1629
03B38798FFC5FFE10A7DFC82FD88FC2E.taxon	discussion	Bengal Slow Loris is a common species in the study area, having been recorded only once at the Kachajuli camp site. Still, forest department rescued this species many times from the village areas (Figure 3 d). It prefers sub-tropical and tropical semi-evergreen and evergreen forests and is sometimes found near the human habitation areas. This species often visits human habitation areas in search of food. But, due to lack of knowledge people kill them. This Vulnerable primate species is a Schedule I under Indian Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972 and Appendix I in CITES (Table 1).	en	Kumar Thapa, Monish, Dutta, Sourav, Jyoti Das, Hirak, Kumar Pradhan, Tilak, Mahanta, Debajit, Tossa, Sujal, Kalita, Ritu, Sharma, Kamal (2024): Mammalian diversity and conservation status in and around Ranga Reserve Forest, Lakhimpur, Assam, India. Species (e 7 s 1629) 25 (75): 1-10, DOI: 10.54905/disssi.v25i75.e7s1629, URL: https://doi.org/10.54905/disssi.v25i75.e7s1629
03B38798FFC5FFE10A7DFE55FDB2FD25.taxon	discussion	Capped langur is distributed in dense, deciduous, evergreen forests throughout the state of Assam. This species was sighted many times, ranging from six to eight individuals in one herd during the study period near the village areas and Bogoli beat office (Figure 3 c). But it should be noted that we also observed 10 to 15 individuals in one herd before the study period in the study area. Habitat fragmentation, decreasing the number of food trees, various anthropogenic activities and conflict with humans may be the reasons for reducing the population of this species. This Vulnerable primate species is expected in the forest and is a Schedule I species under Indian Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972 and Appendix I in CITES (Table 1). The conservation of this species is primarily challenged by conflicts between humans and wildlife.	en	Kumar Thapa, Monish, Dutta, Sourav, Jyoti Das, Hirak, Kumar Pradhan, Tilak, Mahanta, Debajit, Tossa, Sujal, Kalita, Ritu, Sharma, Kamal (2024): Mammalian diversity and conservation status in and around Ranga Reserve Forest, Lakhimpur, Assam, India. Species (e 7 s 1629) 25 (75): 1-10, DOI: 10.54905/disssi.v25i75.e7s1629, URL: https://doi.org/10.54905/disssi.v25i75.e7s1629
03B38798FFC6FFE30A7DF935FE1EFEC1.taxon	discussion	Distributed in the Himalayas and North East India, this cat species mostly prefers grasslands, scrub, dry deciduous and evergreen forests. Sometimes, it appears near to semi-urban and village areas. This species was recorded once near the Riparian Habitat of Gulajuli camp during the study period (Figure 3 l). The main threats to Jungle Cats in the study area as well as the state include habitat loss due to human encroachment and deforestation, human-wildlife conflict leading to killings, poaching for fur and body parts and also road mortality. Conservation efforts focus on habitat protection and mitigating conflicts. This species is recognized as Least Concern category as per the IUCN Red List, it is listed as a Schedule II species under the Indian Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972 and Appendix II in CITES (Table 1).	en	Kumar Thapa, Monish, Dutta, Sourav, Jyoti Das, Hirak, Kumar Pradhan, Tilak, Mahanta, Debajit, Tossa, Sujal, Kalita, Ritu, Sharma, Kamal (2024): Mammalian diversity and conservation status in and around Ranga Reserve Forest, Lakhimpur, Assam, India. Species (e 7 s 1629) 25 (75): 1-10, DOI: 10.54905/disssi.v25i75.e7s1629, URL: https://doi.org/10.54905/disssi.v25i75.e7s1629
03B38798FFC7FFE30A7DFD1FFC1BFCBE.taxon	discussion	Crab‐eating Mongooses are mostly found in paddy fields and moist deciduous forests of North- east India. This species is seen at the border point of Bogoli camp and the village area near the Riparian fringing Forest (Figure 3 p). The primary challenges facing the crabeating mongoose include habitat loss and degradation, primarily caused by deforestation and conversion of wetlands to agricultural land. Human-wildlife conflict can mainly occur due to poultry farming. Conservation focuses on habitat protection and conflict resolution. This species is recognized as Least Concern according to the IUCN Red List, listed as a Schedule II species under the Indian Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972 and included in Appendix III of CITES (Table 1).	en	Kumar Thapa, Monish, Dutta, Sourav, Jyoti Das, Hirak, Kumar Pradhan, Tilak, Mahanta, Debajit, Tossa, Sujal, Kalita, Ritu, Sharma, Kamal (2024): Mammalian diversity and conservation status in and around Ranga Reserve Forest, Lakhimpur, Assam, India. Species (e 7 s 1629) 25 (75): 1-10, DOI: 10.54905/disssi.v25i75.e7s1629, URL: https://doi.org/10.54905/disssi.v25i75.e7s1629
03B38798FFC7FFE30A7DFC28FAADFB64.taxon	discussion	Yellow‐throated Marten is uncommon in the Ranga reserve forest, primarily found in hilly terrain. This species was sighted two times at the Kimin forest camp near the forested area (Figure 3 r). The main threats to Yellow-throated Martens in Assam as well as the study area include habitat loss and fragmentation from deforestation, logging and conversion of forests to agricultural land. Poaching and trapping for fur and body parts also pose significant threats. Conservation efforts are aimed at habitat protection, law enforcement against poaching, and community awareness. The Yellow‐throated Marten is recognized as Least Concern as per the IUCN Red List, listed as a Schedule II species under the Indian Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972 and Appendix III in CITES (Table 1).	en	Kumar Thapa, Monish, Dutta, Sourav, Jyoti Das, Hirak, Kumar Pradhan, Tilak, Mahanta, Debajit, Tossa, Sujal, Kalita, Ritu, Sharma, Kamal (2024): Mammalian diversity and conservation status in and around Ranga Reserve Forest, Lakhimpur, Assam, India. Species (e 7 s 1629) 25 (75): 1-10, DOI: 10.54905/disssi.v25i75.e7s1629, URL: https://doi.org/10.54905/disssi.v25i75.e7s1629
03B38798FFC7FFE30A7DFB43FC91FA68.taxon	discussion	Indian Muntjac is distributed throughout the state of Assam in deciduous, evergreen and secondary forests. But this species was observed only once during the study period near the village areas under Kimin Beat office. This species is recognized as a species of Least Concern as per the IUCN Red List and is listed as a Schedule III species under the Indian Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972 (Table 1). Local hunters often target Muntjac for its meat and skin, commonly traded in local village markets. Additionally, the species faces significant threats from anthropogenic activities like deforestation.	en	Kumar Thapa, Monish, Dutta, Sourav, Jyoti Das, Hirak, Kumar Pradhan, Tilak, Mahanta, Debajit, Tossa, Sujal, Kalita, Ritu, Sharma, Kamal (2024): Mammalian diversity and conservation status in and around Ranga Reserve Forest, Lakhimpur, Assam, India. Species (e 7 s 1629) 25 (75): 1-10, DOI: 10.54905/disssi.v25i75.e7s1629, URL: https://doi.org/10.54905/disssi.v25i75.e7s1629
03B38798FFC7FFE30A7DFEA1FE11FD90.taxon	discussion	The Large Indian Civet is distributed in North East India, commonly found in low hills, moist deciduous and evergreen forests, as well as near human habitation. This species was recorded once near human habitation during the study period (Figure 3 o). The main threats to Large Indian Civets include habitat loss due to deforestation and conversion of forests for agriculture. Human-wildlife conflict arises from killings due to predation on poultry. Poaching for fur and meat and road mortality are additional concerns. Conservation efforts target habitat preservation and conflict mitigation. This species is recognized as Near Threatened according to the IUCN Red List, listed as a Schedule II species under the Indian Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972 and included in Appendix III of CITES (Table 1). Poaching is the main threat to this species.	en	Kumar Thapa, Monish, Dutta, Sourav, Jyoti Das, Hirak, Kumar Pradhan, Tilak, Mahanta, Debajit, Tossa, Sujal, Kalita, Ritu, Sharma, Kamal (2024): Mammalian diversity and conservation status in and around Ranga Reserve Forest, Lakhimpur, Assam, India. Species (e 7 s 1629) 25 (75): 1-10, DOI: 10.54905/disssi.v25i75.e7s1629, URL: https://doi.org/10.54905/disssi.v25i75.e7s1629
