Ecology and Conservation of Endangered Wildlife
A special issue of Diversity (ISSN 1424-2818).
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 December 2025 | Viewed by 994
Special Issue Editors
Interests: animal ecology; conservation biology; behavior ecology; biogeography
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The study of the ecology and conservation of endangered wildlife is crucial in maintaining biodiversity, ecosystem stability, and the overall health of our planet. This field addresses the urgent need to protect species at risk of extinction due to habitat loss, climate change, poaching, and other anthropogenic pressures. By understanding the ecological roles of endangered species and the factors threatening their survival, researchers can develop effective conservation strategies to mitigate these threats and promote species recovery. Key research themes include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Habitat Restoration and Protection: Identifying and preserving critical habitats to ensure the survival of endangered species.
- Population Dynamics: Studying population sizes, genetic diversity, and reproductive behaviors to inform conservation planning.
- Human–Wildlife Conflict Mitigation: Developing strategies to reduce conflicts between human activities and wildlife needs.
- Climate Change Adaptation: Assessing the impacts of climate change on endangered species and designing adaptive management practices.
- Conservation Technology: Utilizing tools such as GPS tracking, remote sensing, and genetic analysis to monitor and protect wildlife.
Dr. Feng Xu
Dr. Jun Li
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- endangered species
- biodiversity
- habitat conservation
- population dynamics
- climate change
- human–wildlife conflict
- conservation technology
- ecosystem stability
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