The presence of domestic dogs (Canis lupus familiaris) in Brazilian protected areas is fairly
frequent. The interaction of such dogs with native animals leads to population declines for …

Edge effects are a well‐known result of habitat fragmentation. However, little has been
published on fragmentation, isolation and the intrusive influence from the surrounding matrix …

Abstract The Brazilian Atlantic forest has been reduced to a small fraction of its original area,
with most remaining fragments being small and surrounded by anthropogenic matrices. This …

Domestic dogs (Canis lupus familiaris) are one of the most common exotic species in
protected areas, and their impact is an important conservation concern. This study evaluated …

Presence of exotic species in forest remnants is a major concern for the conservation of wild
species, not only on islands, where potential impact is higher. Although the problem is …

Feral domestic dogs are one of the main predators of native wildlife in protected areas all
over the world. However, the number of prey killed by feral dogs is poorly recorded. A total of …

Hydroelectric projects are one of the well known factors responsible for habitat loss and
fragmentation in the Amazon. The Tucuruí Lake Protected Area (Tucuruí Lake APA), in the …

This study aimed at estimating the population size and attitudes of residents towards caring
for domestic dogs, through questionnaire surveys, as well as the frequency of these animals …

The invasion of alien species is an important cause of biodiversity loss worldwide, and many
mammals are considered successful invaders outside their former range, with recognized …

Negative impacts from the presence of domestic animals pose particular issues for
biodiversity conservation as they are intimately tied to the economic, social and political …