ZooMap

Zoonosis and cultural evolution: Mapping the past, present, and future of wildlife consumption and trading in Mongolia and the Philippines

ZooMap examines how human interactions with wildlife shape the risk of zoonotic diseases and pandemics.

Our research project focuses on consumption and trading of tarbagan marmot (Marmota sibirica) in Mongolia and Philippine pangolin (Manis culionensis) in the Philippines. Both species are endangered and serve as hosts for pathogens. We work with local communities to examine cultural practices involving the tarbagan marmot and Philippine pangolin to develop culturally-responsive strategies to mitigate zoonotic risks.

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ZooMap is an endorsed initiative under the UNESCO International Decade of Sciences for Sustainable Development (2024-2033), supporting the advancement of 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.