Determining the composition and structure of antelope communities in three study sites within the Niger Delta (Nigeria) based on bushmeat market data

The composition and structure of antelope assemblages were analyzed by using data from wild meat markets in three distinct study stations the southern Niger Delta, Nigeria. relative abundance different species coming into was analyzed, various diversity metrics used to describe communities. Sex ratios these populations as well effect season on examined. It observed that a single recently described (Philantomba walteri) dominant localities, contributing about 70% all individuals. relatively low number carcasses this (less than small carnivores same sites) suggests ungulate fauna is already very depleted eastern Delta region, with mammals being hunted more intensely wet season.