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Evolutionary Structure Conservation and Covariance Scores
Effective homology search for non-coding RNAs is frequently not possible via sequence similarity alone. Current methods leverage evolutionary...
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Ex situ conservation of threatened species of the flora of Cyprus: current status and future priorities with respect to the Global Strategy for Plant Conservation Target 8
Cyprus is located in the eastern part of the Mediterranean, which is considered one of the world’s richest biodiversity hotspots characterised by...
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Directed conservation of the world’s reef sharks and rays
Many shark populations are in decline around the world, with severe ecological and economic consequences. Fisheries management and marine protected...
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Guidelines for appropriate use of BirdNET scores and other detector outputs
Machine learning tools capable of identifying animals by sound have proliferated, making the challenge of interpreting their outputs much more...
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Assessing conservation outcomes and maximizing habitat connectivity for multiple species in systematic conservation plans: a case study in Yolo County, California
ContextHabitat connectivity is key when designing reserve networks for conservation of species at risk. Acquiring land over time to achieve...
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Ungrazed seminatural habitats around farms benefit bird conservation without enhancing foodborne pathogen risks
ContextConservation in working landscapes is critical for halting biodiversity declines and ensuring farming system sustainability. However, concerns...
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Created wetlands support similar communities of low conservation value as established wetlands in Michigan
Wetlands created for the purpose of compensatory mitigation are among the few widely practiced examples of habitat creation, yet lack follow-up...
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Backing biodiversity: understanding nature conservation behaviour and policy support in Australia
Community mobilisation is essential to prevent further biodiversity loss and protect the natural environment. This includes engaging in public- and...
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Managing genomic diversity in conservation programs of Chinese domestic chickens
BackgroundEffective conservation and utilization of farm animals are fundamental for realizing sustainable increases in food production. In situ and...
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Diversity, distribution and need of urgent conservation of endemic plants in Himalaya
The Himalaya is known for its unique and rich endemic plants. Diversity of endemic plants is considered for prioritizing areas including delineating...
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Cultural dimensions of forest conservation under global change: the case of relict Mediterranean fir forests
ContextWest Mediterranean relict firs ( Abies pinsapo Boiss. and Abies marocana Trab.) are closely related species threatened by global change....
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Influence of human emotions on conservation attitudes toward relevant wildlife species in El Triunfo Biosphere Reserve, Mexico
Human emotions had a significant impact on the survival of our ancestors throughout our evolutionary history. Nowadays, it is possible that our...
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Optimization of conservation network based on phylogenetic diversity–A case of some vascular plants on the Qinghai - Tibet Plateau
The Qinghai–Tibet Plateau (QTP) is a biodiversity hotspot of national and global significance. Prerequisites for the effective conservation of...
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Plant distribution and conservation in mediterranean islands’ lentic wetlands: there is more than aquatic species
This study investigates the distribution and conservation status of plant species in lentic wetlands of Mediterranean islands. Field data on vascular...
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Beyond biophobia: positive appraisal of bats among German residents during the COVID-19 pandemic - with consequences for conservation intentions
Bats are often considered to be objects of biophobia, i.e., the tendency to respond with a negative emotion, such as fear or disgust, especially...
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Effects of conservation farming practices on agro-ecosystem services for sustainable food security in Bangladesh
In South Asia, the long-term provision of agro-ecosystem services is threatened by accelerating climate change and undesirable farming practices....
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Conservation and Utilization of Banana Genetic Resources
Internationally, banana is the most significant fruit crop grown in almost 134 countries across the globe. India has recorded almost 32 species out...
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Identifying priorities under highly heterogeneous environments through species distribution models to facilitate orchid conservation
The ecological suitability prediction and analysis of specific taxonomic groups at finer geographic scales provide vital references for identifying...
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Ten Years of Positive Impact of a Conservation Education Program on Children's Knowledge and Behaviour Toward Crested Macaques (Macaca nigra) in the Greater Tangkoko Area, North Sulawesi, Indonesia
In areas where primates are threatened, environmental education interventions are a key way to increase the local population’s knowledge of their...
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Stability in gene expression and body-plan development leads to evolutionary conservation
BackgroundPhenotypic evolution is mainly explained by selection for phenotypic variation arising from factors including mutation and environmental...
