A5035070891- Wildlife Ecology and Conservation
- Animal Behavior and Welfare Studies
- Animal Virus Infections Studies
- Viral gastroenteritis research and epidemiology
- Human-Animal Interaction Studies
- Animal Behavior and Reproduction
- Wildlife-Road Interactions and Conservation
- Primate Behavior and Ecology
- Viral Infections and Vectors
- Ecology and biodiversity studies
- Respiratory viral infections research
- Rangeland Management and Livestock Ecology
- Species Distribution and Climate Change
- Botany and Plant Ecology Studies
- Animal Vocal Communication and Behavior
- Genetic and phenotypic traits in livestock
- Plant and animal studies
- Viral Infections and Immunology Research
- SARS-CoV-2 and COVID-19 Research
- Environmental DNA in Biodiversity Studies
- Peatlands and Wetlands Ecology
- Forensic Entomology and Diptera Studies
- Ecology and Vegetation Dynamics Studies
- Animal Ecology and Behavior Studies
- Conservation, Biodiversity, and Resource Management
Nottingham Trent University
2015-2024
Vincent Wildlife Trust
2023-2024
California State University, Stanislaus
2006-2017
Queen's University Belfast
2004
Abstract Reintroduction of captive‐bred animals is a key approach in conservation attempts for many endangered species, however, post‐release survival often low. Rearing conditions may be unlike those encountered upon release and the not have had experiences necessary wild. Animals also habituate captivity to stimuli that pose danger after and/or there selection behavioural traits, particular reduced fearfulness, suited Here, variation boldness was assessed swift fox ( Vulpes velox ) tested...
Repeat spillover of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) into new hosts has highlighted the critical role cross-species transmission coronaviruses and establishment reservoirs virus in pandemic epizootic spread coronaviruses. Species particularly susceptible to SARS-CoV-2 include Mustelidae (mink, ferrets related animals), cricetid rodents (hamsters felids (domestic cats animals) white-tailed deer. These predispositions led us screen British wildlife with...
Elephants have complex social systems that are predominantly driven by ecological factors in situ. Within zoos, elephants held relatively static groups and the observed driving relationships wild largely absent. Little research has investigated effect of group zoos on elephant interactions. The aim this was to establish whether there is a relationship between behaviour, order identify make herds more or less likely be compatible. Results will facilitate recommendations for optimum groupings...
Maintaining adequate welfare in captive elephants is challenging. Few studies have investigated overnight rest behavior zoo elephants, yet time spent resting has been identified as a indicator some species. We Asian ( Elephas maximus ) UK zoos, with the aim of identifying patterns or preferences lying rest. Details standing (SR) and (LR) were by observing video footage inside enclosures collected for 14 (2 male, 12 female) housed at three zoos (Zoo A: 18 nights; Zoo B: 27 C: 46 nights) from...
Horseshoe bats are the natural hosts of Sarbecovirus subgenus that includes SARS-CoV and SARS-CoV- 2. Despite devastating impact COVID-19 pandemic, there is still little known about underlying epidemiology virology sarbecoviruses in their hosts, leaving large gaps our pandemic preparedness. Here we describe results PCR testing for two horseshoe bat species ( Rhinolophus hipposideros R. ferrumequinum ) present Great Britain, collected 2021–22 during peak pandemic. One hundred ninety seven...
Noninvasive hair and fecal DNA sampling provides a means of collecting information on elusive species, while causing little or no disturbance. However, current methods collection do not preclude multiple sampling, thus risking sample contamination. We developed snare that prevents is cost-effective, easy to construct, safe for target nontarget species. Our initial field tests endangered San Joaquin kit foxes (Vulpes macrotis mutica) swift velox) suggest this may be effective in...
Abstract: Noninvasive survey methods based on analyzing DNA extracted from feces can be useful for carnivores that are difficult to study by other methods. Changes in fecal deposition patterns associated with reproduction kit foxes ( Vulpes macrotis ) might affect results of such surveys. We used a trained dog collect fresh scats 2‐km transects the home ranges 11 radiocollared female January, February, and March 2008 determined sex individual deposited amplifying zinc finger protein gene....
Utilisation of animal personality has potential benefit for conservation management. Due to logistics robust behavioural evaluation in situ, the majority studies on wild animals involve taking into captivity testing, potentially compromising results. Three situ tests boldness San Joaquin kit fox (Vulpes macrotis mutica) were developed (ENOT: extended novel object test; RNOT: rapid TH: trap/handling test). Each test successfully identified variation within its target age class(es). The TH was...
Zoo animal management procedures which lead to changes social groups can cause disruption in hierarchies and the temporary breakdown of relationships. Animals have different roles networks. Understanding individual positions networks is important for effective ensuring positive welfare all animals. Using elephants as a case study, aim this research was investigate temporal dynamics zoo Behavioural data were collected between January 2016 February 2017 from 10 African 22 Asian housed at seven...
Abstract The positive relationship between biodiversity and beaver‐modified habitats such as ponds, dams, canals has been demonstrated; however, the association beaver lodges is rarely investigated. Due to increasing habitat fragmentation, there a growing need identify local hotspots. This systematic review assessed current scientific knowledge concerning biodiversity. Specifically, study aimed 1) investigate evidence for being hotspots; 2) areas of future research centred around lodges; 3)...
In 2021, eight Eurasian beavers (Castor fiber) were reintroduced into the Idle Valley Nature Reserve (IVNR), Nottinghamshire, England. Amphibian surveys conducted in four areas within IVNR prior to beaver reintroduction establish baseline data. To investigate short-term impact of on amphibian abundance and diversity, this study sampled same post-beaver reintroduction. An additional also reintroduction, compare where activity was present or absent. Furthermore, environmental, beaver-linked...
Abstract Horseshoe bats are the natural hosts of Sarbecovirus subgenus that includes SARS-CoV-1 and 2. Despite devastating impacts COVID-19 pandemic, there is still little known about underlying epidemiology virology sarbecoviruses in their hosts, leaving large gaps our pandemic preparedness. Here we describe results PCR testing for two horseshoe bat species ( Rhinolophus hipposideros R. ferrumequinum ) present Great Britain, collected 2021-22 during peak pandemic. One hundred ninety seven...
Abstract: Remote camera traps are becoming an increasingly popular, affordable, and valuable tool for wildlife research. However, theft vandalism of these systems can result in substantial financial loss data. We developed adjustable steel security box to protect our Cuddeback® (Non Typical, Inc., Park Falls, WI) digital scouting cameras. Our cameras were deployed 160 days experienced no or during that time. armored successfully protected equipment data, be sized accommodate any brand...
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Noninvasive survey methods based on analyzing DNA extracted from feces can be useful for carnivores that are difficult to study by other methods. Changes in fecal deposition patterns associated with reproduction kit foxes (Vulpes macrotis) might affect results of such surveys. We used a trained dog collect fresh scats 2-km transects the home ranges 11 radiocollared female January, February, and March 2008 determined sex individual deposited amplifying zinc finger protein gene. Female give...
Human-carnivore coexistence (HCC) on agricultural lands affects wildlife and human communities around the world, whereby a lack of HCC is central concern for conservation farmer livelihoods alike. For intervention strategies aimed at facilitating to achieve their desired goals it essential understand how interventions success are perceived by different stakeholders. Using grounded theory approach, interviews (n=31) were conducted with key stakeholders (commercial livestock farmers,...