Vertebrate Laboratory

The Laboratory of Vertebrate Zoology, founded in 1943, focuses on the faunal studies of vertebrates, including mammals, birds, reptiles and amphibians. Its research includes species diversity, ecological aspects of vertebrate animals, their abundance and distribution across Armenia’s diverse landscape habitats, as well as collection of zoological specimens and curation of scientific collections. It develops strategies for the conservation of endangered species through captive breeding and reintroduction program. The lab also investigates human impacts on fauna, including human-animal conflicts.

Head of the lab: k.g.t. Mamikon Ghasabyan