Review
Biodiversity Conservation
Pauline Delbosc, Ilse Lagrange, Clemence Rozo, Farid Bensettiti, Jan-Bernard Bouzille, Douglas Evans, Arnault Lalanne, Sebastien Rapinel, Frederic Bioret
Summary: Research on the conservation status of coastal habitats under the EU's Habitats Directive has shown varied methods and tools, with a focus on coastal dunes in the Mediterranean biogeographic region. There are knowledge gaps in data availability and measurement methods, and the assessment process is complicated and expert-driven. Multiscalar approaches and innovative technologies like databases and remote sensing may help improve replicable methods and monitoring.
BIOLOGICAL CONSERVATION
(2021)
Article
Fisheries
Alexandra K. Cole, Sean W. Brillant, Stephanie A. Boudreau
Summary: The study showed that time-area closures can displace fishing effort, leading to increased effort density outside the closures and a higher threat of entanglement in new areas. Despite restrictions on fishing in 2018, the changes in fishing patterns caused by closures still need to be addressed to successfully mitigate entanglement threats to whales.
ICES JOURNAL OF MARINE SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Marek Marciniak, Daniel Gebler, Mateusz Grygoruk, Joanna Zalewska-Galosz, Krzysztof Szoszkiewicz
Summary: The study aimed to assess the influence of filtration stream and hydraulic gradient on water crowfoot distribution in European rivers. The study found that the hyporheic zones covered with Ranunculus vegetation were mainly influenced by groundwater drainage. The intensity of groundwater filtration varied significantly, and the non-vegetated riverbed had a higher filtration rate compared to the zones with Ranunculus. The study provides evidence for the importance of water exchange in the hyporheic zone for the growth and conservation of Ranunculus vegetation.
ECOLOGICAL INDICATORS
(2023)
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Risto K. Heikkinen, Linda Kartano, Niko Leikola, Juha Aalto, Kaisu Aapala, Saija Kuusela, Raimo Virkkala
Summary: The Habitats Directive of the European Union aims to support the conservation of rare, threatened or endemic species, but climate change and adverse land use may pose challenges to maintaining a favourable conservation status for these species.
GLOBAL ECOLOGY AND CONSERVATION
(2021)
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Louise Turpin, Katia Diadema, Arnault Lalanne, Maelle Le Berre, Guillaume Papuga, Olivier Argagnon
Summary: This study aims to develop a simple prioritization method for habitats and analyze their conservation values in the French Mediterranean region. The method calculates a score based on legal obligation, territorial responsibility, conservation condition, and local interests and objectives. The results highlight the high conservation priority of dune habitats and provide guidance for habitat conservation strategies.
JOURNAL FOR NATURE CONSERVATION
(2022)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Morgan L. Piczak, Denielle Perry, Steven J. Cooke, Ian Harrison, Silvia Benitez, Aaron Koning, Li Peng, Peter Limbu, Karen E. Smokorowski, Sergio Salinas-Rodriguez, John D. Koehn, Irena F. Creed
Summary: Freshwater biodiversity is threatened by habitat fragmentation, degradation, and loss caused by human activities. Protecting and restoring habitats are crucial for saving freshwater biodiversity and associated ecosystem services. Response options include legislation, prioritization, durable protections, coordinated conservation efforts, evidence-based restoration, mitigation of habitat alterations, and future-proof actions with community involvement.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEWS
(2023)
Article
Environmental Studies
Arturo Romero-Tenorio, Manuel Mendoza-Carranza, Javier Francisco Valle-Mora, Alberto Delgado-Estrella
Summary: The increase in fishing effort and the expansion of fishing grounds have led to increased interactions between small-scale fisheries and marine mammals globally. This study provides insights into these interactions based on the perspective of fishers, revealing both negative impacts and positive indicators for fisheries.
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Zhigang Mei, Yi Han, Samuel T. Turvey, Jiajia Liu, Zhitao Wang, Ghulam Nabi, Mao Chen, Peiyu Lei, Yujiang Hao, Kexiong Wang, Jay Barlow, Ding Wang
Summary: Shipping poses a major threat to cetaceans, with direct effects such as ship strikes and indirect effects like noise and habitat displacement. Research shows that Yangtze finless porpoises are impacted by shipping in the Yangtze River, emphasizing the need for enhanced shipping regulations to protect these endangered species.
BIOLOGICAL CONSERVATION
(2021)
Article
Environmental Studies
Gemma L. Scotts, Michael J. Scales, Gonzalo Araujo, Hollie Booth, Sarah A. Marley
Summary: This study explores the socio-cultural relationship between anglers and blue sharks in the UK. The findings show that anglers have respect for sharks and are willing to contribute to research. The study also reveals that socio-demographic variables are correlated with anglers' perceptions. Operators follow best fishing practices and are willing to contribute to research.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Morgane Pommier, Ciaran O'Donnell, Cynthia Barile, Ross Mcgill, Simon Berrow, Joanne O'Brien
Summary: Irish and Scottish waters are important habitats for cetaceans in Europe. However, little data is available for the region north of Ireland. The study found that despite a rich species diversity, the cetacean abundance in this area appears to be lower compared to other hotspots. By analyzing sighting records, the study identified potential important areas that have not been reported before.
FRONTIERS IN MARINE SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Economics
Massimiliano Ferraresi, Massimiliano Mazzanti, Matteo Mazzarano, Leonzio Rizzo, Riccardo Secomandi
Summary: Recycling and waste recovery are vital waste management strategies that play a key role in the competitive and sustainable waste value chain, particularly in light of the European Union's circular economy approach. Local governments have a crucial responsibility in enforcing and monitoring waste management policies. This study examines the spatial factors influencing waste recovery in Italy between 2001 and 2014, using the political cycle to isolate the impact of neighboring provinces on a province's own waste recovery. The findings indicate that provinces tend to emulate their neighbors in separate waste collection for recycling and recovery, with a stronger effect observed during pre-electoral years and in provinces where the president is eligible for re-election.
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Roberto Mannu, Luis M. Torres-Vila, Maurizio Olivieri, Andrea Lentini
Summary: Cerambyx cerdo is listed as a 'priority species' in the European Habitats Directive, but is often considered a pest in the Mediterranean basin. A simplified decision-making flowchart has been proposed based on European legislations for dealing with severe C. cerdo infestations.
INSECT CONSERVATION AND DIVERSITY
(2021)
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Stephen G. Kearney, James E. M. Watson, April E. Reside, Diana O. Fisher, Martine Maron, Tim S. Doherty, Sarah M. Legge, John C. Z. Woinarski, Stephen T. Garnett, Brendan A. Wintle, Euan G. Ritchie, Don A. Driscoll, David Lindenmayer, Vanessa M. Adams, Michelle S. Ward, Josie Carwardine
Summary: Earth's extinction crisis is worsening and threat classification schemes are crucial for assessing the drivers and threats causing species declines. However, there is a lack of a complementary framework for evaluating the conservation responses needed to reduce these threats. In this study, an expert-driven threat-abatement framework was developed and applied to 1532 threatened species in Australia, highlighting the importance of retaining and restoring habitat, controlling invasive species and diseases, and improving fire management for species recovery. Integrated management responses are necessary for the survival and recovery of most species.
BIOLOGICAL CONSERVATION
(2023)
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Berta Ramiro-Sanchez, Alexis Martin, Boris Leroy
Summary: This study evaluates the biogeographic patterns of deep-sea benthic taxa in the Southern Indian Ocean, aiming to understand conservation strategies for the Southern Indian Ocean Fisheries Agreement (SIOFA) management organization. The research reveals a significant lack of distributional data in the area, but identifies unique bioregions. It calls for biodiversity inventories in this region to inform conservation decisions.
BIOLOGICAL CONSERVATION
(2023)
Article
Environmental Studies
Heitor Schulz Macedo, Rodrigo Pereira Medeiros
Summary: This paper analyses the governance of the Environmental Protected Area of Anhatomirim in southern Brazil, finding that the 2013 management plan brought significant improvements and better incentives for stakeholders. However, the lack of inter-institutional and cross-scale connections remains a major weakness in achieving conservation objectives.
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Erendira Aceves-Bueno, Andrew J. Read, Miguel A. Cisneros-Mata
Summary: The illegal harvest of marine species within exclusive economic zones can have a strong impact on local ecosystems and communities' livelihoods, but these complex issues are often overlooked in the development of solutions, leading to ineffective or harmful outcomes. Important ecological and social similarities between different illegal fisheries can improve understanding of their complexity, highlighting the need for interdisciplinary decision-making groups, community engagement, and demand reduction measures.
CONSERVATION BIOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Marine & Freshwater Biology
Andrew J. Read, Danielle M. Waples, Heather J. Foley, Zachary T. Swaim, John Calambokidis, Alex Vanderzee, Douglas P. Nowacek, Brandon L. Southall
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
William R. Cioffi, Nicola J. Quick, Zachary T. Swaim, Heather J. Foley, Danielle M. Waples, Daniel L. Webster, Robin W. Baird, Brandon L. Southall, Douglas P. Nowacek, Andrew J. Read
Summary: This study analyzes the trade-offs in data records from non-recoverable satellite-linked tags on deep-diving Ziphius cavirostris in the context of a behavioral response study. The results show that a 5-minute time-series data stream achieves a balance between resolution and longevity, providing complete diving records in most deployments. The use of a boat-based data capture system increases the data message reception rate, and the tag shows high depth concordance with a high-resolution depth recorder.
ANIMAL BIOTELEMETRY
(2023)
