Latoya Ndlovu, Jason P. Marshal, A. C. van der Goot
{"title":"Survival of Young Black and White Rhinoceroses in Relation to Rainfall","authors":"Latoya Ndlovu, Jason P. Marshal, A. C. van der Goot","doi":"10.3957/056.053.0196","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3957/056.053.0196","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":54306,"journal":{"name":"African Journal of Wildlife Research","volume":"66 4","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.9,"publicationDate":"2023-11-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139245778","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"环境科学与生态学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Claudette N. James, Brent Coverdale, Tinyiko C. Shivambu, Colleen T. Downs
European wild boar (Sus scrofa) are invasive in many parts of the world. We assessed the potential for invasive spread by the wild boar in South Africa by determining potentially suitable habitats using bioclimatic variables and the maximum entropy model, which we then related to the present distribution records of the species in the country. We found that the wild boar has great potential to extend its invasive distribution range in South Africa. The most suitable habitats were in provinces with coastal boundaries, namely the Western Cape, Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal provinces. Additionally, through an online questionnaire, we found out that of the participants, only 26.9% knew of the prevalence of wild boar, 29.5% about human–wild boar conflict, and 29.6% knew of hunting sites for the species; however, the majority (62.9%) knew of the species on the National Alien and Invasive Species List. Moreover, we also recorded localities of prevalence and hunting sites within KwaZulu-Natal province. Wild boar's prevalence in South Africa must be strictly monitored and controlled as stipulated by the National Environmental Management: Biodiversity Act regulations to prevent its spread and negative impacts on biodiversity and the agriculture sector, as evident elsewhere.
{"title":"Potential Climatic Suitability Distribution Model for Wild Boar (Sus scrofa) in South Africa","authors":"Claudette N. James, Brent Coverdale, Tinyiko C. Shivambu, Colleen T. Downs","doi":"10.3957/056.053.0185","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3957/056.053.0185","url":null,"abstract":"European wild boar (Sus scrofa) are invasive in many parts of the world. We assessed the potential for invasive spread by the wild boar in South Africa by determining potentially suitable habitats using bioclimatic variables and the maximum entropy model, which we then related to the present distribution records of the species in the country. We found that the wild boar has great potential to extend its invasive distribution range in South Africa. The most suitable habitats were in provinces with coastal boundaries, namely the Western Cape, Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal provinces. Additionally, through an online questionnaire, we found out that of the participants, only 26.9% knew of the prevalence of wild boar, 29.5% about human–wild boar conflict, and 29.6% knew of hunting sites for the species; however, the majority (62.9%) knew of the species on the National Alien and Invasive Species List. Moreover, we also recorded localities of prevalence and hunting sites within KwaZulu-Natal province. Wild boar's prevalence in South Africa must be strictly monitored and controlled as stipulated by the National Environmental Management: Biodiversity Act regulations to prevent its spread and negative impacts on biodiversity and the agriculture sector, as evident elsewhere.","PeriodicalId":54306,"journal":{"name":"African Journal of Wildlife Research","volume":"24 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-11-06","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"135634213","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"环境科学与生态学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Mari-Su de Villiers, Beanélri B. Janecke, Lana Müller, Rajan Amin, Kathryn S. Williams
African Journal of Wildlife Research is a multidisciplinary journal that has been published since 1971 and covers the scientific, applied, managerial, methodological, and sociological issues related to wildlife research.
{"title":"Leopard Density in a Farming Landscape of the Western Cape, South Africa","authors":"Mari-Su de Villiers, Beanélri B. Janecke, Lana Müller, Rajan Amin, Kathryn S. Williams","doi":"10.3957/056.053.0177","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3957/056.053.0177","url":null,"abstract":"<i>African Journal of Wildlife Research</i> is a multidisciplinary journal that has been published since 1971 and covers the scientific, applied, managerial, methodological, and sociological issues related to wildlife research.","PeriodicalId":54306,"journal":{"name":"African Journal of Wildlife Research","volume":"25 2","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-11-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"135935648","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"环境科学与生态学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Michael S. Lukubwe, Adrian J.F.K. Craig, Tawanda Manyangadze
By studying the host-selection patterns of oxpecker species, researchers can gain valuable insights into their ecological roles and interactions with different host species. This information is crucial for developing effective conservation strategies that prioritise the protection of oxpeckers and their host populations. The study conducted field observations and recorded data on the number of oxpeckers and their respective host species. Additionally, this study investigated the relationship between host species and host parameters (body mass and hair length) in the Salambala conservancy in northeastern Namibia. Selection and density indices were used to calculate the number of host animals supporting one oxpecker as well as the oxpecker density on a host's body surface. Pentad-based counts of oxpeckers and ungulates were conducted. Of the observed oxpeckers, 75% were Red-billed and 25% Yellow-billed Oxpeckers. These findings suggest that Red-billed Oxpeckers (Buphagus erythrorhynchus) are more commonly found on host species than Yellow-billed Oxpeckers (Buphagus africanus). The selection index indicates that Red-billed Oxpeckers have a higher preference for impala (Aepyceros melampus) compared to cattle (Bos taurus), while Yellow-billed Oxpeckers show a lower preference for goats (Capra aegagrus hircus) compared to cattle. The selection indices for impala and cattle for both oxpecker species were highest during the wet season. In terms of correlation analysis, there were no significant correlations between selection and density indices and host hair length or species-typical body mass.
{"title":"Oxpecker Host-Selection in the Salambala Conservancy, Northeastern Namibia","authors":"Michael S. Lukubwe, Adrian J.F.K. Craig, Tawanda Manyangadze","doi":"10.3957/056.053.0166","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3957/056.053.0166","url":null,"abstract":"By studying the host-selection patterns of oxpecker species, researchers can gain valuable insights into their ecological roles and interactions with different host species. This information is crucial for developing effective conservation strategies that prioritise the protection of oxpeckers and their host populations. The study conducted field observations and recorded data on the number of oxpeckers and their respective host species. Additionally, this study investigated the relationship between host species and host parameters (body mass and hair length) in the Salambala conservancy in northeastern Namibia. Selection and density indices were used to calculate the number of host animals supporting one oxpecker as well as the oxpecker density on a host's body surface. Pentad-based counts of oxpeckers and ungulates were conducted. Of the observed oxpeckers, 75% were Red-billed and 25% Yellow-billed Oxpeckers. These findings suggest that Red-billed Oxpeckers (Buphagus erythrorhynchus) are more commonly found on host species than Yellow-billed Oxpeckers (Buphagus africanus). The selection index indicates that Red-billed Oxpeckers have a higher preference for impala (Aepyceros melampus) compared to cattle (Bos taurus), while Yellow-billed Oxpeckers show a lower preference for goats (Capra aegagrus hircus) compared to cattle. The selection indices for impala and cattle for both oxpecker species were highest during the wet season. In terms of correlation analysis, there were no significant correlations between selection and density indices and host hair length or species-typical body mass.","PeriodicalId":54306,"journal":{"name":"African Journal of Wildlife Research","volume":"946 ","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-10-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"136067752","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"环境科学与生态学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Melanistic Large-Spotted Genets (Genetta maculata) in South Africa","authors":"Gerrie Camacho, Simon Attwood, Laura Tensen","doi":"10.3957/056.053.0162","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3957/056.053.0162","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":54306,"journal":{"name":"African Journal of Wildlife Research","volume":"15 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-10-04","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"135590693","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"环境科学与生态学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"A Record of a Melanistic Rusty-Spotted Genet (Genetta maculata) from the White River Area, Mpumalanga Province, South Africa","authors":"Kath Forssman, Simon Attwood","doi":"10.3957/056.053.0158","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3957/056.053.0158","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":54306,"journal":{"name":"African Journal of Wildlife Research","volume":"8 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-10-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"135790558","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"环境科学与生态学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Exploring Species Assemblages in Kruger National Park, South Africa","authors":"S. J. Ryan, J. Ladau","doi":"10.3957/056.053.0147","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3957/056.053.0147","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":54306,"journal":{"name":"African Journal of Wildlife Research","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.9,"publicationDate":"2023-08-10","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"49329308","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"环境科学与生态学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Habitat Transformation Correlates with the Decline of Sungazer (Smaug giganteus) Subpopulations","authors":"Wade K. Stanton-Jones, T. McIntyre, G. Alexander","doi":"10.3957/056.053.0135","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3957/056.053.0135","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":54306,"journal":{"name":"African Journal of Wildlife Research","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.9,"publicationDate":"2023-07-28","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"46569541","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"环境科学与生态学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
R. Clark, J. Fennessy, S. Ferguson, Chiara Fraticelli, Naftali Honig, T. Morrison, M. Brown
{"title":"Seasonal Dynamics Impact Habitat Preferences and Protected Area Use of the Critically Endangered Kordofan Giraffe (Giraffa camelopardalis antiquorum)","authors":"R. Clark, J. Fennessy, S. Ferguson, Chiara Fraticelli, Naftali Honig, T. Morrison, M. Brown","doi":"10.3957/056.053.0119","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3957/056.053.0119","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":54306,"journal":{"name":"African Journal of Wildlife Research","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.9,"publicationDate":"2023-07-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"46329556","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"环境科学与生态学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Reproductive Characteristics of a Hippopotamus Population along the Runde River, Gonarezhou National Park, Zimbabwe","authors":"Richard T. Peek, Tim O'Connor","doi":"10.3957/056.053.0103","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.3957/056.053.0103","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":54306,"journal":{"name":"African Journal of Wildlife Research","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.9,"publicationDate":"2023-07-10","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"47263375","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"环境科学与生态学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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