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7 - What’s in the Conservationist’s Toolbox: Species-Centered Approaches

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  28 February 2020

J. Michael Scott
Affiliation:
University of Idaho
John A. Wiens
Affiliation:
Colorado State University
Beatrice Van Horne
Affiliation:
US Forest Service
Dale D. Goble
Affiliation:
University of Idaho
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Summary

The array of tools for addressing the needs of imperiled and conservation-reliant species is increasing. This chapter provides case studies and examples of the use of translocation and captive breeding for addressing threats, and discuss attributes of receiving sites. Tools for tracking species movements and for remote sensing can efficiently provide large amounts of habitat and species data. Sometimes tools can be used to address common threats such as those created by habitat change or pesticide use, benefitting multiple species. We provide Old World vultures offer a case study. Managing for surrogate, umbrella, indicator, focal, keystone, or pollinator species may assist other species as well. Such roles should be acknowledged in prioritizing conservation activities. Emerging technologies, including genetic tools and artificial intelligence, can help to address imperilment and conservation reliance if ethical issues can be navigated.

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Shepherding Nature
The Challenge of Conservation Reliance
, pp. 196 - 223
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Print publication year: 2020

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