Ecological Evaluation of Natural Resources: A Baseline Study of Sustainable Livelihood Capital in Parts of Ilaje Riparian Community, Ondo State, Nigeria
O. O. Gbayisemore, N. L. Edwin-Wosu, L. C. Osuji
Asian Journal of Environment & Ecology · pp. 72–88 · Published 3 Dec 2022
10.9734/ajee/2022/v19i4420Abstract
Aim: This study was aimed at evaluating the Ilaje coastal biodiversity scenarios and sustainable livelihood opportunities. Study Design: A Participatory Rapid Appraisal and purposive random sampling technique were adapted. Place and Duration of Study: Field sampling: Parts of Ilaje littoral community in Ondo State, Nigeria, between September 2020 and October 2021. Methodology: Data analyses by descriptive analytical tools and Likert-Type scale 7 point and 5 point levels of agreements. Result: Result of the natural resources biodiversity has recorded 20 representative flora diversity under 12 families across sampled communities, diverse representative fauna in Odonla (28), Ikorigho (14), Molutehin (10), Odun-Igo (8) and Awoye (3). The biodiversity composition has indicated Fishes as the highest resource among others particularly in Awoye with the highest percentage, while the highest mangrove livelihood of 50% for housing in Molutehin which also recorded with Awoye a highest (44%) alternative income source in trading among other communities. Conclusion: this study was significant while providing a better understanding of the biodiversity scenarios and sustainable livelihoods associated with the Ilaje riparian community and their ecosystem interaction.
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