2023
Overview
Invasive species management refers to the systematic efforts to prevent, control, or eradicate non-native organisms that threaten ecosystems, native biodiversity, and ecological processes. Research published in Wildlife examines the spatial distribution of protected areas and large mammal populations in regions where habitat fragmentation and human activities create vulnerabilities to biological invasions. Studies have documented the geographic patterns of conservation zones and mammalian fauna across diverse landscapes, providing baseline data essential for identifying areas at risk from invasive species encroachment and for prioritizing management interventions. Understanding where protected areas exist in relation to native wildlife populations helps inform strategies to prevent invasive species establishment and spread, particularly in ecosystems supporting large mammals that may face competitive or predatory pressures from introduced species. This research matters because effective invasive species management depends on comprehensive knowledge of existing biodiversity patterns and protected area networks. By mapping the distribution of conservation resources and native fauna, scientists and land managers can develop targeted prevention and response protocols, allocate monitoring efforts efficiently, and protect vulnerable ecosystems before invasive species become established and cause irreversible ecological damage.
Research published in this journal
1 peer-reviewed article, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.