The vast scope of conservation problems has forced biologists and managers to rely on"
surrogate" species to serve as shortcuts to guide their decision making. These species …

This study combines niche modeling and systematic area prioritization using distribution
data for 131 species of amphibians and reptiles from Northeast India and Burma, with two …

The fate of much of the world's terrestrial biodiversity depends upon our ability to improve
the management of forest ecosystems that have already been substantially modified by …

Multifaceted patterns of protected area (PA) expansion are reviewed considering: i) the
increase in PA number and coverage; ii) distribution and extent of important bird areas …

Abstract The India–Asia collision profoundly influenced the climate, topography and
biodiversity of Asia, causing the formation of the biodiverse Himalayas. The species-rich …

Patterns of spatial autocorrelation of biota and distributional similarity (concordance)
between assemblages of different organism groups have important implications in both …

Because of inadequate knowledge and funding, the use of biodiversity indicators is often
suggested as a way to support management decisions. Consequently, many studies have …

Vegetation is a major natural resource that plays an important role in maintaining ecological
balance. Vegetation in the eastern Himalaya has experienced severe consequences owing …

Asian elephants are endangered while they have faced~ 70% population decline in India in
the last 60 years. Climate change projections indicate exacerbation of ongoing habitat loss …

For many regions worldwide, multiple and often contrasting biogeographic classifications
exist that are derived from a variety of taxa and techniques. This presents a challenge for …