Species Diversity and Conservation of Domesticated Fauna in the Upper West Region-Ghana

Article · August 2017 DOI: 10.14445/23942568/IJAES-V4I4P115 1st Abdul-Kadri Yahaya 3.74 · University for Development Studies 2nd Chinna Venkateshwar 3rd Noothi Sreenu Abstract The study settled on 13 communities in Upper West region by means of systematic sampling taking into consideration, natural resources endowments such as diverse species of poultry and livestock. 160 domesticated animal rearers were selected for interactionby means of simple random sampling.Data collection methods were questionnaire administration, direct observation, andphotography. The study identifies diverse domesticated fauna species in Upper West region with their importance ranging from income, food, and raw materials to pleasure. It was also obvious in the study that modern scientific and traditional methods are used in conserving domesticated animals. The study concludes that, a blend of modern scientific methods and indigenous knowledge is instrumental in promoting sustainable development Species Diversity and Conservation of Domesticated Fauna in the Upper West Region-Ghana. Available from: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/319402530_Species_Diversity_and_Conservation_of_Domesticated_Fauna_in_the_Upper_West_Region-Ghana [accessed Sep 8, 2017].