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Babesia pantherae sp.nov., a piroplasm of the leopard (Panthera pardus)

open access: yesParasitology, 1972
A large Babesia species was found in a leopard (Panthera pardus) in Kenya. It was established in domestic cats but no other animal was found to be susceptible. The parasite has been compared with other piroplasms of felids and it was found to differ from them in some significant characters.
H K, Dennig, D W, Brocklesby
openaire   +2 more sources

Exploring collaborative conservation across a multifunctional landscape in the Boland Mountain Complex, South Africa

open access: yesConservation Science and Practice, EarlyView.
This paper presents a case study of a collaborative conservation initiative in a South African biodiversity hotspot, where leopard conservation catalyzed partnership across a multifunctional landscape. The case study explores how and why the initiative operates, highlighting the importance of leadership, existing networks, shared vision, and bridging ...
Michael Klaver   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Analytical Methods for Chemical and Sensory Characterization of Scent-Markings in Large Wild Mammals: A Review

open access: yesSensors, 2014
In conjoining the disciplines of “ethology” and “chemistry” the field of “Ethochemistry” has been instituted. Ethochemistry is an effective tool in conservation efforts of endangered species and the understanding of behavioral patterns across all species.
Simone B. Soso   +4 more
doaj   +1 more source

An assessment of African lion Panthera leo sociality via social network analysis: prerelease monitoring for an ex situ reintroduction program [PDF]

open access: yes, 2017
The wild population of the African lion Panthera leo continues to decline, requiring alternate conservation programs to be considered. One such program is ex situ reintroduction.
Bouman   +9 more
core   +2 more sources

Socio‐psychological determinants of beekeeper conflict with bee‐eaters

open access: yesConservation Science and Practice, EarlyView.
This study investigates factors influencing beekeepers’ use of lethal control against native bee‐eaters in Iran using the theory of planned behavior. Experience, social norms, intentions, and economic dependence significantly predicted using lethal control methods.
Danial Nayeri   +8 more
wiley   +1 more source

Contrasting evidence of phylogenetic trophic niche conservatism in mammals worldwide [PDF]

open access: yes, 2017
Aim Phylogenetic niche conservatism (PNC), a pattern of closely related species retaining ancestral niche-related traits over evolutionary time, is well documented for abiotic (Grinellian) dimensions of the ecological niche.
Ackerly   +48 more
core   +1 more source

Evolutionary taxonomy and conservation status of environmentally sensitive and endangered musk deer (Moschus spp.): An updated review

open access: yesConservation Science and Practice, EarlyView.
This study reviews the historical taxonomic classification and evolutionary background of musk deer, clarifying long‐standing confusion in their identification. It highlights the current global distribution and conservation status of these species, emphasizing the threat posed by poaching and habitat destruction. The work aims to raise public awareness
Zhirong Zhang   +7 more
wiley   +1 more source

Summer diet composition of the Common Leopard Panthera pardus (Carnivora: Felidae) in Nepal

open access: yesJournal of Threatened Taxa, 2009
The Common Leopard Panthera pardus is one of the most widely distributed of all big cats. It is a threatened species throughout its range due to the degradation of natural habitat, poaching and persecution as a killer of humans and livestock. The purpose
A. Achyut, B. Kreigenhofer
doaj   +1 more source

A Conservation Assessment Of Panthera Pardus

open access: yes, 2016
Conservation assessment of Panthera pardus for the Red List of Mammals of South Africa, Swaziland and ...
Swanepoel, L.H.   +8 more
openaire   +1 more source

Scat DNA Applications for Low‐Density Carnivore Survey: Techniques, Efficiency and Future Directions

open access: yesMammal Review, Volume 56, Issue 1, March 2026.
We reviewed 338 studies encompassing mostly Felidae, Canidae and Mustelidae species throughout the world, confirming scat DNA as a reliable genetic source for many applications. The findings here offer guidance for future studies on low‐density carnivores, helping to design cost‐effective research and improving data quality for conservation efforts ...
Marina Elisa de Oliveira   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

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