A5010945225- Wildlife Ecology and Conservation
- Avian ecology and behavior
- Wildlife Conservation and Criminology Analyses
- Genetic diversity and population structure
- Bird parasitology and diseases
- Primate Behavior and Ecology
- Vector-borne infectious diseases
- Environmental and Cultural Studies in Latin America and Beyond
- Indigenous Cultures and History
- Species Distribution and Climate Change
- Evolution and Paleontology Studies
- Fire effects on ecosystems
- Human-Animal Interaction Studies
National Archives of Ecuador
2023
Summary Andean Condor Vultur gryphus populations are particularly low in the northern Andes. The species is considered nearly eradicated from Venezuela and listed as “Endangered” Ecuador “Critically Endangered” Colombia. Even though it severely endangered, size of Colombian condor population remains unknown. Using a citizen science-based approach, we conducted first count for Colombia with help 207 observers at 84 simultaneous observation points. We used N-mixture models spatially replicated...
Vultures comprise one of the most threatened groups birds worldwide. With a total population not exceeding 6700 mature individuals, and in rapid decline across its range, Andean Condor (Vultur gryphus) is listed as Vulnerable species IUCN red list. Local extinctions are particular concern northern South America, where no more than 340 condors may exist at present. Despite this, quantitative assessments Ecuador, Colombia, Venezuela regarding threats affecting populations. To address we...
Abstract Conflicts between rural people and the Endangered Black-and-chestnut Eagle ( Spizaetus isidori ) are a prominent conservation concern in northern Andes, as at least 60 eagles were poached 2000 2022 response to poultry predation. Here, we conducted direct observations analyze diet evaluated how forest cover affects feeding habits of species during nestling-rearing periods 16 nests located different human-transformed Andean landscapes Ecuador Colombia. We analyzed 853 prey items (46...
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Background and Research Aims The Black-and-chestnut Eagle ( Spizaetus isidori) has a total population of fewer than 1000 adult individuals, is categorized as Endangered at the global level. northern Andes (Ecuador Colombia) represent one last strongholds species. In this study, we analyzed human persecution retaliation or preventive measure against poultry predation, well other threats that have affected species in geographical region between 2000 2022. Methods order to understand faced by...
Background and Research Aims: Little information exists on the breeding behavior of Andean Condor ( Vultur gryphus). Its global population, estimated at 6700 adult individuals, is declining throughout its distribution range. With less than 150 condors, Endangered condor population in Ecuador conservation concern. This study aimed to analyze wild-born Condors Ecuador. Methods: Between 2009 2021, we monitored 22 egg-laying attempts eight nests, evaluated parental care three pairs condors...
Jaguar populations ( Panthera onca ) on the Ecuadorian coast are critically endangered, with only a few dozen individuals remaining in region. In some areas, no records have been documented for decades. Between November 2023 and January 2024, independent camera trap monitoring northwestern Ecuador yielded evidence of presence jaguar, marking significant recovery after seven years absence Manduriacu at least 15 Junín. The jaguar was observed moving through an area approximately 25 km,...
SFeather chewing lice are common and important ectoparasites of birds. Here we report for the first time presence ectoparasite, Colpocephalum trichosum Harrison1916 (Phthiraptera: Menoponidae on Andean condor Vultur gryphus Linnaeus, 1758 from North high Andes Ecuador in Pichincha province. A total 20 louse specimens were collected analyzed one free-living female juvenile host. Additionally, resolution photographs included, a discussion potential implications conservation this threatened...