Birds of prey have been, in comparison to other avian groups, an uncommon study model,
mainly due to the limitations imposed by their conservative life strategy (low population …

This book examines current knowledge on the evolution, ecology, and conservation biology
of both New World vultures (Cathartidae) and Old World vultures (Accipitridae). Extinct …

The ultimate goal of Wildlife Rehabilitation Centres is to release wild animals back into the
wild, after providing care and treatment according to protocol. The data collected during the …

Raptors are emblematic of the global biodiversity crisis because one out of five species are
threatened with extinction and over half have declining populations due to human threats …

Electrocution by power lines is one of the main causes of non-natural mortality in birds of
prey. In an area in central Spain, we surveyed 6304 pylons from 333 power lines to …

Abstract The Convention of Migratory Species aims to protect migratory animals throughout
their range, but efficient mitigation of threats facing migratory birds is hindered by poor …

Universal energy access is one of the targets of the Sustainable Development Goals
(SDGs), and thus the deployment of electricity grids is expected to expand globally in the …

Electrocution on power lines negatively affects a wide range of groups of birds.
Nevertheless, the overall demographic consequences of electrocution are still poorly …

Electrocution on overhead power structures negatively affects avian populations in diverse
ecosystems worldwide, contributes to the endangerment of raptor populations in Europe and …

The high levels of human demands of resources—from food to space and energy—are one
of the main drivers of global change and are causing large negative impacts on ecosystems …