Understanding and reversing the widespread population declines of birds require estimating
the magnitude of all mortality sources. Numerous anthropogenic mortality sources directly …

Anthropogenic structures such as those associated with energy development are a major
threat to wildlife as a result of direct and indirect effects on populations. Species already …

Determining the distribution pattern of a species is important to increase scientific
knowledge, inform management decisions, and conserve biodiversity. To infer spatial and …

While agricultural intensification and expansion are major factors driving loss and
degradation of natural habitat and species decline, some wildlife species also benefit from …

Movement in the context of species distribution models (SDMs) generally refers to a species'
ability to access suitable habitat. Movement ability can be determined by some combination …

Non‐crop vegetation areas in agricultural landscapes are vital for maintaining biodiversity.
However, they potentially host pest insects, which can cause economic loss in crop fields …

Movement is a ubiquitous ecological process that influences the distribution of all species. In
spite of this ecological significance, the incorporation of movement in species distribution …

Location error occurs when the true location is different than the reported location. Because
habitat characteristics at the true location may be different than those at the reported …

Protected areas are considered to be essential shelters for wildlife species and their
habitats. At present, approximately 17% of the world's land areas are under protection, but …

The accelerating loss of biodiversity has created an urgent need for applied science to help
halt species extinction. However, conservation scientists have long been concerned about …