ARES(2014)2425342 - 22/07/2014. Organisation and running of a scientific workshop to complete selected invasive alien species (IAS) risk assessments [PDF]
The introduction and spread of invasive alien species (IAS) constitutes one of the most important drivers of global change in biodiversity and ecosystem services. Robust risk assessment methods are required for IAS to provide the foundation upon which to
Bazos, Ioannis +20 more
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Healthy Captive Rose - Ringed Parakeets (Psittacula krameri) - Hematological and Biochemical Values
Background: Rose - ringed parakeets are popular pet birds worldwide. This study aimed to determine hematological and biochemical reference intervals for healthy Rose - ringed parakeets to help in the monitoring and early detection of diseases, preserving the health of birds and humans. Materials, Methods & Results: Blood samples were collected from
Gabriela Oliveira da Paz Augusto Pinto +7 more
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Patrones de distribución de la cotorra argentina (Myiopsitta monachus) en un hábitat urbano [PDF]
Varias especies invasoras han demostrado tener una marcada preferencia por los hábitats urbanos. El estudio de las variables responsables de la distribución de estas especies dentro de hábitats urbanos debe permitir predecir cuáles son las variables ...
Faus, J. +5 more
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Bird Beak Accuracy Assessment [PDF]
The purpose of this resource is to quantitatively evaluate the accuracy of a classification system. Students sort birds into three possible classes based on each bird's beak: carnivores, herbivores, and omnivores.
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ASSESSING THE POTENTIAL RISK OF IMPACTS BY FOUR NON-NATIVE BIRDS SPECIES ON BIODIVERSITY IN IRAQ
nvasive bird species pose a significant threat to biodiversity and ecosystems worldwide. In Iraq, non-native avifaunal species are increasing, leading to various environmental challenges. This study aims to evaluate the risk of invasiveness and potential
Obaida Ali Al-Dulaimi +1 more
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Evaluation of roost culling as a management strategy for reducing invasive rose-ringed parakeet (Psittacula krameri) populations. [PDF]
Anderson CJ +8 more
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Haemoproteus minutus is highly virulent for Australasian and South American parrots
Background Haemoproteus and Plasmodium species are widespread avian blood parasites. Several Plasmodium species are known for their high virulence and have caused significant declines in naïve bird populations.
Luis Ortiz-Catedral +14 more
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Reunion overseas: introduced wild boars and cultivated orange trees interact in the Brazilian Atlantic forest [PDF]
Little is known concerning novel interactions between species that typically interact in their native range but, as a consequence of human activity, are also interacting out of their original distribution under new ecological conditions.
Borges, R. +6 more
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The UK risk assessment scheme for all non-native species [PDF]
1. A pest risk assessment scheme, adapted from the EPPO (European and Mediterranean Plant Protection Organisation) scheme, was developed to assess the risks posed to UK species, habitats and ecosystems by non-native taxa. 2.
Baker, R.H.A. +25 more
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