Revival of Handicraft Aides Survey for Asiatic Black Bear Corridors in Hormozgan Province, Iran

摘要

We started a project to study and conserve the Asiatic black bear (Ursus thibetanus) in Hormozgan Province of southern Iran in 2009. We have gathered essential data for the conservation of this critically endangered species (classification of so- called Baluchistan bear in Iran). Specifically, we investigated its distribution, diet and conflicts with humans. Parallel to the field work, we have been involved in related activities such as education, participation of local people and revival of forgotten handicrafts mostly made of Persian Mazari palm.