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Conservation Science and Practice is a journal of the Society for Conservation Biology focusing on knowledge supporting conservation action. https://bit.ly/41QInHI

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Conservation Science and Practice @conservationsp.bsky.social · 1d

In this article, Martin et al discuss their work tracking reticulated #flatwoodssalamander recovery in response to #habitatrestoration and assisted translocations.🦎 Learn more at doi.org/10.1111/csp2...

#conservation #science #herpetology #salamanderconservation

Tracking reticulated flatwoods salamander (Ambystoma bishopi) recovery in response to habitat restoration and assisted translocations

Naive (a) and predicted (b) number of occupied sites between 2003 and 2024. Naive occupancy data derived from larval captures, while predicted occupancy estimates are from a dynamic, spatially explic....

Conservation Science and Practice @conservationsp.bsky.social · 2d

Using acoustic surveys, Palmeirim et al investigated habitat use and diel activity patterns of insectivorous bats across the main land-use types of the endemic-rich Príncipe Island, in Central West Africa. 🦇Read more about their work at doi.org/10.1111/csp2...

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Habitat use and diel activity of insectivorous bats across land‐cover types on an Afrotropical oceanic island

Using acoustic surveys, we investigated habitat use and diel activity patterns of insectivorous bats across the main land-use types of the endemic-rich Príncipe Island, in Central West Africa. We sam....

Conservation Science and Practice @conservationsp.bsky.social · 9d

🌊🌏🌿 In this article, Fitzsimons shows how Australia’s partnerships with philanthropic donors help achieve the 30×30 target by expanding protected lands in under-represented regions- lessons with global relevance.

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Conservation Science and Practice @conservationsp.bsky.social · 14d

🎲🐘 Can a board game change how people see human-elephant conflict?

Kai Wei Tan et al. tested an educational game in Malaysia and found it boosted awareness, responsibility, and support for coexistence.

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Conservation Science and Practice @conservationsp.bsky.social · 16d

🦌➡️🦡 Caribou conservation may bring unexpected benefits for wolverines! Rosemary Hohnen et al. reviewed Canadian conservation efforts, finding that protecting caribou habitat can also reduce key threats to wolverines—though important gaps remain.

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Wolverine in the slipstream: A systematic review of caribou‐focused conservation benefits, gaps and uncertainties for wolverine in Canada

With rates of biodiversity loss accelerating globally, debate exists regarding the most efficient ways of allocating resources to conserve species. Woodland caribou are the focus of many Canadian con....

Conservation Science and Practice @conservationsp.bsky.social · 20d

🪶#NewIssue Alert!🪶

Volume 7, Number 6 of #ConservationScienceandPractice is now available online! doi.org/10.1111/csp2...

#Conservation #Science #Scientificjournal #STEM

Conservation Science and Practice @conservationsp.bsky.social · 25d

🔥 After fire, many small mammals, birds, and reptiles are more exposed to predators. In this article, D.J. Watchorn shows artificial refuges can give wildlife safer shelter and reduce risk.

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Mammals, birds, and reptiles spend more time in artificial refuges after fire

As fire regimes intensify globally, developing effective management actions to mitigate the impacts of invasive predators in recently burnt environments is becoming increasingly important. Using a co...

Conservation Science and Practice @conservationsp.bsky.social · 27d

Riley et al share their research on social and ecological influences on human coexistence with gray wolves in this #recentlypublished article. 🐺 Learn more by visiting
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Social and ecological influences on human coexistence with gray wolves

We assessed public attitudes toward gray wolves (Canis lupus) in Michigan's Upper Peninsula, focusing on how societal acceptance of wolf populations was influenced by people's perceived risks, habita...

Conservation Science and Practice @conservationsp.bsky.social · 28d

What does #culturomics mean and how can it relate to #conservation? Find out in Caetano et al's #recentlypublished article!

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Measuring impact of digital conservation campaigns using culturomics

Conservation campaigns increasingly use digital media to shape attitudes and engagement, but measuring their impact remains challenging. We used conservation culturomics and a synthetic control appro...

Conservation Science and Practice @conservationsp.bsky.social · Sep 8

How did COVID-19 reshape public views on wildlife use in China?

Li et al's analysis of 488,016 Weibo posts (Sep 2019–Aug 2020) found a sharp turn against wildlife consumption, with broad support for the Feb 2020 ban.🦇 🌾

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COVID‐related changes in public attitudes toward wildlife consumption on a Chinese social media site

COVID-19 dramatically altered Chinese online users’ attitudes toward wildlife consumption. While the majority called for an end to such practices, responses to wildlife consumption bans were more mix....

Conservation Science and Practice @conservationsp.bsky.social · Sep 7

In this #recentlypublished article, He & Yang discuss traditional livelihood risks and adaptation within a #conservation context by sharing insights from two #nationalparks in #China. 🇨🇳🏞 Learn more about their research at doi.org/10.1111/csp2...

Traditional livelihood risks and adaptation within a conservation context: Insights from two national parks in China

Inertia towards tradition was common among rural communities in China's national parks, regardless of the distinct geographical conditions, but their perception of livelihood risks differed. In gener....

Conservation Science and Practice @conservationsp.bsky.social · Sep 4

In this article, Reddy et al discuss accelerating learning and impact in #conservation by tailoring #learning and adaptive management approaches to the stage of strategy development.🌳 Read their #openaccess article at doi.org/10.1111/csp2...

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Conservation Biology @conbiology.bsky.social · Sep 4

Today's #WordoftheWeek: #Microcosm! 🔎🌳

#STEM #STEMwords #conservation #science

Conservation Science and Practice @conservationsp.bsky.social · Aug 30

🐅 Why do people buy tiger bone glue?

In Vietnam, a new study found self-efficacy and control are key drivers. Messaging about legal risks, poor quality, and captive tiger welfare helped shift intent—alternatives didn’t.

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#TigerConservation #WildlifeTrade

Conservation Science and Practice @conservationsp.bsky.social · Aug 28

🐦Crates etc al present a strategic framework to aid in the development of a comprehensive, evidence-based #noisyminer management plan that will help reduce the impacts of this key threatening process on woodland birds and woodland ecosystems more broadly. doi.org/10.1111/csp2...

Strategic management of a widespread native interference competitor

The overabundance of noisy miners is a major threat to Australian biodiversity. The noisy miner population is growing and their impacts have likely been underestimated. We present a strategic framewo...

Conservation Science and Practice @conservationsp.bsky.social · Aug 26

In this article, Eckert et al examine stakeholder conflict over endangered #killerwhale protection, determining identity-based roots of conflict and opportunities towards transformation. 🌊Learn more at doi.org/10.1111/csp2...

#conservation #science

Identifying opportunities toward conflict transformation in an Orca‐Salmon‐Human system

We examine stakeholder conflict over endangered killer whale protection, determining identity-based roots of conflict and opportunities towards transformation.

Conservation Science and Practice @conservationsp.bsky.social · Aug 22

In this article, Ridley et al discuss their findings on the actionability of threat mapping research assessed through stakeholder involvement and intended outcomes of studies. Learn more at doi.org/10.1111/csp2...

#conservation #science

The actionability of threat mapping research assessed through stakeholder involvement and intended outcomes of studies

The topics present among statements of the intended outcome of threat mapping research.

Conservation Science and Practice @conservationsp.bsky.social · Aug 21

@conbiology.bsky.social shared #Cetaceans as their #WordoftheWeek- have you checked out this #CSP article on #whales?🐳 doi.org/10.1111/csp2...

Balancing ethics and conservation: Assessing short‐term behavioral impacts of biopsy sampling in a recovering whale population

Our research underscores the importance of balancing wildlife research with ethical considerations when developing conservation management policies. Our findings reveal that biopsy sampling of southe....

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Conservation Biology @conbiology.bsky.social · Aug 20

🐳Making a splash with this #Wordoftheweek- #Cetaceans

#conservation #science #stem #stemwords

Conservation Science and Practice @conservationsp.bsky.social · Aug 18

Breaking down silos is essential for effective #conservation work.🐆🐬 In this article, Shahbol et al discuss #conservationareas for Amazonian flagship terrestrial and freshwater species.
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Breaking down silos: Conservation areas for Amazonian flagship terrestrial and freshwater species

This study shows that 17% of the Amazon River Basin is covered by areas of high jaguar density and freshwater migratory species richness, 83% of which are found in Brazil and Peru. A third of these a...

Conservation Science and Practice @conservationsp.bsky.social · Aug 14

#NewIssueAlert! 💥Volume 7, Issue 8 of #ConservationScienceandPractice is now available online!
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Conservation Science and Practice @conservationsp.bsky.social · Aug 12

The interaction between livestock and wildlife causes challenges for wildlife conservation and public health.🦠🐂 In this article Horpiencharoen et al discuss the spatial risk of pathogen transmission from #cattle to vulnerable and #endangered wild bovids in #Thailand.

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Spatial risk of pathogen transmission from cattle to vulnerable and endangered wild bovids in Thailand

The highest risk areas for the native species are at the forest edges where overlap exists between high habitat suitability and high cattle density. Disease surveillance and mitigation at the edges o....

Conservation Science and Practice @conservationsp.bsky.social · Aug 9

In this article, Yan and Wei discuss the influence of cultural experience in #botanicgardens on plant conservation.🌸 Take a look at this case from the #peonygarden in #China athttps://doi.org/10.1111/csp2.70118

#conservation #science #botanicalgarden

Conservation Science and Practice @conservationsp.bsky.social · Aug 7

New in Conservation Science and Practice 🤖🛠️
Tech isn't always the answer. In this new perspective, Urzedo et al. explore exnovation- the process of phasing out ineffective, harmful, or misaligned technologies in conservation.

#conservation #science
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When digital technologies stumble: Exnovating for conservation science and practice

This perspective explores how exnovation—the critical removal or reconfiguration of ineffective or harmful technologies—can support context-sensitive conservation technologies. By integrating exnovat....

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Conservation Biology @conbiology.bsky.social · Aug 7

Let's gather for the #WordoftheWeek: #Urbanization 🌇

#stem #stemwords #conservation #science #conservationbiology