Insect Conservation
A section of Conservation (ISSN 2673-7159).
Section Information
Aim
The Insect Conservation Section of Conservation aims to advance the science, practice, and policy of conserving insect diversity worldwide. Recognizing insects as fundamental components of terrestrial and freshwater ecosystems, this Section seeks to address the alarming global declines in insect populations, promote evidence-based conservation strategies, and foster interdisciplinary collaboration among researchers, practitioners, policymakers, and land managers.
Scope
The Section covers all aspects of insect conservation, including the following:
- Population and community ecology of insect species;
- Impacts of global on insect biodiversity;
- Habitat management and restoration for insect conservation in natural, agricultural, and urban landscapes;
- Monitoring and assessment methods for insect conservation;
- Taxonomy and systematics supporting conservation prioritization;
- Ecosystem services provided by insects and the consequences of insect loss;
- Threat and extinction risk assessments;
- Conservation genetics and genomics of insect populations;
- Reproductive biology, behavior, and life-history traits relevant to conservation planning;
- Ex situ conservation;
- Policy, governance, and social–ecological approaches to insect conservation;
- Integrated pest management and pollinator protection in agricultural systems;
- Synergies between insect conservation and other conservation goals.
