Korean Journal of Ecology and Environment (생태와환경)

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Identifying Distribution Areas and Population Sizes for the Conservation of the Endangered Species Odontobutis obscura

멸종위기종 남방동사리의 보전을 위한 상세 분포 지역 및 개체군 크기 파악

  • Received : 2024.05.24
  • Accepted : 2024.05.28
  • Published : 2024.06.30
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Abstract

This study presents a fine scale distribution of the endangered species, Odontobutis obscura, through field surveys and literature reviews. Using the mark-recapture method, the population size in major habitats was determined. Field surveys conducted on 18 streams in Geoje Island revealed that the O. obscura was only found in the main streams and tributaries of the Sanyang, Gucheon, and Buchun Streams, which are part of the Sanyang Stream watershed. The O. obscura exhibited relative abundances ranging from 0.5% to 35.3% at different locations, with certain spots showing higher relative abundances (18.8% to 35.3%), indicating major habitat areas. A review of six literature studies confirmed the presence of the O. obscura, although there were differences in occurrence status depending on the purpose, scope, and duration of the studies. Combining the results of field and literature surveys, it was found that the O. obscura inhabits the main and tributary streams of the Sanyang, Gucheon, and Buchun Streams, from the upper to lower reaches. Currently, the O. obscura population in the Sanyang Stream watershed maintains a stable habitat, but its limited distribution range suggests potential issues such as genetic diversity deficiency in the long term. The population size of the O. obscura was confirmed at two specific locations, with densities of 0.5 to 1.5 individuals per m2. The average movement distance from the release point was 13.1 m, indicating the limited mobility characteristic of ambush predators. Understanding the distribution and population size of endangered species is the first step towards their conservation and protection. Based on this information, further research could significantly contribute to the conservation of the O. obscura.

본 연구는 현장조사와 문헌조사를 통해 멸종위기종 남방동사리의 정밀분포 현황을 제시하였으며, mark-recapture 방법을 활용하여 주요 서식구간에 대해 개체군 크기를 파악하였다. 거제도 내 18개 지방하천을 대상으로 현장조사를 실시한 결과 산양천 수계에 포함되는 산양천, 구천천, 부춘천 본류 및 유입지류에서만 남방동사리의 서식이 확인되었다. 남방동사리는 출현 지점별 0.5%에서 35.3%의 상대 풍부도를 보였으며, 일부지점에 대해서 상대풍부도가 높게(18.8~35.3%) 나타나 집중 서식 지역으로 확인되었다. 총 6건의 문헌 연구에서 남방동사리의 서식 여부를 확인하였으나 연구의 목적, 범위, 기간에 따라 출현 현황의 차이를 보였다. 현장조사와 문헌조사를 포함하여 분포 지역을 확인한 결과 남방동사리는 산양천, 구천천, 부춘천 본류 및 유입하천의 최상류부터 하류까지 고르게 서식하고 있었다. 현재 산양천 수계의 남방동사리는 수계 내 안정적인 서식을 유지하고 있으나 제한된 분포 범위는 장기적으로 유전적 다양성 결핍과 같은 문제를 내포하고 있다. 남방동사리 개체군 크기는 총 2개 지점에서 최종 확인되었다. 지점별 단위면적 (m2)당 0.5개체에서 1.5개체가 서식하는 것으로 확인되었으며, 방류지점으로부터 이동거리는 평균 13.1 m로 매복형 포식자의 제한된 이동 특성을 보였다. 멸종위기종 연구에서 종의 분포와 개체군 크기에 대한 현황을 파악하는 것은 멸종위기종 보전 및 보호를 위한 기초이며 중요한 단계이다. 이러한 정보를 바탕으로 서식지 위협 요인 분석, 기초 생태 (먹이, 서식, 산란) 연구, 환경유전자 활용 남방동사리 탐지기술 개발 등의 추가 연구가 이루어진다면 남방동사리의 보호에 큰 도움이 될 수 있을 것으로 판단된다.

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Acknowledgement

본 연구는 경상남도람사르환경재단 '2021 야생생물 서식지 분포 조사 및 관리계획 수립'의 일환으로 수행되었습니다. 경상남도람사르환경재단 직원분들을 포함한 남방동사리의 보호에 힘써주신 모든 분들께 감사드립니다.

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