Ecological Sustainability on Agroforests for Mammal Biodiversity Conservation

Dear Colleagues,

We are soliciting submissions for a Special Issue entitled "Ecological Sustainability on Agroforests for Mammal Biodiversity Conservation", to be published in the Sustainability Journal. I am Ricardo Siqueira Bovendorp, and am serving as a Guest Editor for this Special Issue. For further reading, please follow the link to the Special Issue Website at:

Agroforestry, namely the integration of native trees and shrubs into agricultural landscapes, has gained prominence as a sustainable land use practice. Beyond its economic benefits, agroforestry plays a crucial role in fostering the conservation of ecological sustainability and biodiversity. Many studies around the world have shown that agroforests can promote the conservation of mammal biodiversity, emphasizing the interplay between agricultural productivity and the preservation of diverse mammalian species. The vertical structure of agroforests, characterized by canopy, understory, and ground-level vegetation, offers niches for mammals with distinct habitat preferences, contributing to increased biodiversity. One of the key advantages of agroforestry is its ability to enhance habitat connectivity. By establishing wildlife corridors through the integration of forest remnants, agroforests enable mammals to move freely across fragmented landscapes. This connectivity is crucial for maintaining the genetic diversity within mammal populations and supporting their natural behaviors, such as migration, dispersal, and foraging. Agroforests provide a multitude of ecosystem services that directly benefit mammalian biodiversity. The diverse vegetation in these landscapes offers food resources, including fruits, seeds, and insects, supporting the dietary needs of various mammals. Additionally, agroforests contribute to soil conservation, water management, and climate regulation, creating a conducive environment for the survival and reproduction of mammalian species.

In this Special Issue, we aim to highlight papers that address the ecological sustainability of agroforests for the conservation of mammal biodiversity. We welcome the submission of either review or original research articles that cover a broad range of topics related to mammal biodiversity in agroforests. We also particularly welcome papers that discuss the ecological consequences of the shift in and loss of mammal biodiversity, and stimulate a debate on how to revert the loss of mammals to restore biodiversity and ecosystem functions and services.

Dr. Ricardo Siqueira Bovendorp
Guest Editor

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