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Ecology
Lauretta Andrew Laneng, Yasuyuki Tachiki, Rika Akamatsu, Kohei Kobayashi, Chihiro Takahata, Futoshi Nakamura
Summary: This study investigated the responses of sika deer to resource availability and geomorphic factors during the summer and winter seasons in southern Hokkaido. The results showed that sika deer habitat selection varied between seasons and regions, with resource availability influencing summer habitat selection and topographic factors influencing winter habitat selection.
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Biodiversity Conservation
Jerod A. A. Merkle, Blake Lowrey, Cody F. F. Wallace, L. Embere Hall, Luke Wilde, Matthew J. J. Kauffman, Hall Sawyer
Summary: Conserving migratory ungulates requires analyzing GPS collar data and associated maps to inform management actions. Current methods lack accuracy and produce inconsistent migration corridors. To address this, we propose a line buffer approach that simplifies delineating individual migration corridors with consistent widths. Our approach improves transparency and facilitates discussions on functional corridor widths, aiding conservation efforts.
JOURNAL OF APPLIED ECOLOGY
(2023)
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Biodiversity Conservation
Michael L. Casazza, Fiona McDuie, Scott Jones, Austen A. Lorenz, Cory T. Overton, Julie Yee, Cliff L. Feldheim, Joshua T. Ackerman, Karen M. Thorne
Summary: Global wetland losses have led to a focus on restoration efforts, particularly in California's Suisun Marsh. Restoration projects may cause conflicts among stakeholders and impact waterfowl habitat use, emphasizing the importance of informed ecosystem-based management for species conservation.
JOURNAL OF APPLIED ECOLOGY
(2021)
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Ecology
Dustin E. Brewer, Thomas M. Gehring, Madeline M. Garcia, Brendan T. Shirkey, John W. Simpson, Auriel M. V. Fournier
Summary: The king rail population in the Great Lakes region is declining due to habitat loss and degradation. Our study found that vegetative density and water depths are important factors for the presence of king rails. Wetland managers and conservation planners can use this information to provide suitable habitat for king rails.
ECOLOGY AND EVOLUTION
(2023)
Article
Ecology
Tara J. Pirie, Rebecca L. Thomas, Mark D. E. Fellowes
Summary: This study investigates the movement and prey of domestic cats in inner suburban areas and areas adjacent to natural habitats. The results show that cats in boundary areas have larger home ranges and return more prey. Although non-boundary cats have little access to natural habitats, more than 25% of the home range of boundary cats is within natural habitats.
LANDSCAPE AND URBAN PLANNING
(2022)
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Ornithology
Raphael Musseau, Melina Bastianelli, Clementine Bely, Celine Rousselle, Olivier Dehorter
Summary: This study utilized GPS tracking technology to study 16 European Kingfishers in the marshes of the Gironde Estuary in France. The results showed that these birds have limited home ranges, typically consisting of multiple location nuclei, including various types of small wetlands. These findings are important for the conservation of these birds and their habitats.
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Ecology
Juliette Seigle-Ferrand, Pascal Marchand, Nicolas Morellet, Jean-Michel Gaillard, A. J. Mark Hewison, Sonia Said, Yannick Chaval, Hugo Santacreu, Anne Loison, Glenn Yannic, Mathieu Garel
Summary: Understanding the impact of linear landscape features on animal movements is crucial, especially in fragmented habitats. Large herbivores primarily use linear features as landmarks to demarcate their home range, with different patterns observed in mountain species. In highly fragmented landscapes, the costs of memorizing key features and the need for sufficient area to meet vital needs constrain large herbivores. Linear features play a significant role in how these animals perceive and utilize the landscape, with consistent patterns observed across sexes and species.
JOURNAL OF ANIMAL ECOLOGY
(2022)
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Zoology
E. Miettinen, M. Melin, K. Holmala, A. Meller, V. -m. Vaaenanen, O. Huitu, M. Kunnasranta
Summary: Wild boars in Finland mainly immigrate from Russia and are currently concentrated in the southeastern region, but their population is expanding. This study monitored 17 adult wild boars using GPS collars and found that their home ranges were larger compared to southern latitudes. The findings highlight the importance of risk management and transboundary collaboration.
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Neil Reid
Summary: Hare coursing is a sport where dogs chase hares in an enclosed arena. In Ireland, a large number of hares are caught and held captive for a few weeks before being released back into the wild. This study aimed to assess the survival and behavior of these hares after their release. The results showed that the coursing did not have a significant impact on the hares' survival, movements, home range size, or dispersal distances.
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Denise McGregor, Eric Nordberg, Hwan-Jin Yoon, Kara Youngentob, Lin Schwarzkopf, Andrew Krockenberger
Summary: Understanding the spatial requirements of a species is crucial for understanding its environmental needs. In the Petauroides genus, P. volans and P. minor have different home range sizes and preferences for tree species. The northern species P. minor has a larger home range, potentially influenced by the differences in biomass between tropical and temperate habitats.
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Georgia J. Badgery, Jasmin C. Lawes, Keith E. A. Leggett
Summary: Echidnas in arid zones exhibit larger home ranges than those in temperate environments, likely dependent on resource availability. The degree of overlap between individuals varies considerably.
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Ecology
John D. C. Linnell, Jenny Mattisson, John Odden
Summary: The Eurasian lynx in the northern region of Norway have relatively large home range sizes, primarily occupying treeless alpine tundra with minimal forest cover. This has significant implications for spatial planning in lynx management in the far north.
ECOLOGY AND EVOLUTION
(2021)
Article
Ecology
Beatriz Martinez-Miranzo, Miriam Conde de Dios, Carlota Viada, Jose Aguirre
Summary: To study the movement patterns of Bonelli's eagle on Mallorca Island, researchers equipped each reintroduced individual with a GPS device to track their movements before release, and calculated their home range using kernel density estimation. The study found that reintroduced Bonelli's eagles have adapted to Mallorca Island by breeding earlier, reducing their dispersive behavior, and accelerating the establishment of their home ranges.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF WILDLIFE RESEARCH
(2023)
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Marta Acacio, Philip W. Atkinson, Joao Paulo Silva, Aldina M. A. Franco
Summary: The use of GPS tracking technologies has revolutionized animal movement studies by providing detailed information. This study examined the influence of GPS fix acquisition intervals and device deployment on the performance of a new GPS device. The accuracy and precision of locations were assessed under different fix intervals, and the suitability of the device for studies requiring horizontal and vertical accuracy of 5-10m was confirmed.
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Kimberly A. Lato, Julia E. F. Stepanuk, Eleanor Heywood, Melinda G. Conners, Lesley H. Thorne
Summary: Advancements in animal biologging technologies have significantly enhanced our understanding of animal movement and distribution. This study focuses on evaluating the accuracy of altitude estimates provided by avian biologging devices. The findings show that devices using barometric pressure measurements consistently offer the most accurate altitude estimates, while those relying on GPS triangulation tend to overestimate altitude during horizontal movements and underestimate amplitude during vertical movements. These findings emphasize the importance of considering and accounting for error in altitude measurements in avian studies.