Aim The use of ecological niche models (ENMs) to predict potential distributions of species
is steadily increasing. A necessary assumption is that climatic niches are conservative, but …

A previous study on Hemidactylus turcicus based on mtDNA makers indicated that this
gecko has a Middle-East origin, and that the current phylogeographic pattern is the result of …

We study an integro-difference equation model that describes the spatial dynamics of a
species in an expanding or contracting habitat. We give conditions under which the species …

Abstract The taxonomy of Angolan Hemidactylus has recently been revised. However, the
lack of fresh material for some groups and regions, has led to the misidentification of some …

Simple Summary Humans can alter the habitat quality and negatively affect many animals.
However, some species seem able to cope with or even take advantage of these alterations …

Life-history data are essential for providing answers to a wide range of questions in
evolution, ecology, and conservation biology. While life history data for many species …

The molecular phylogeny of Hemidactylus turcicus (sensu lato) and related Levantine taxa
of Hemidactylus geckos were studied using mitochondrial DNA sequence data. Five main …

Competition over spatial niche utilisation is one of most common competitive interactions
between species in sympatry. Moreover, competitive interactions may involve age classes …

Discerning patterns of post‐establishment spread by invasive species is critically important
for the design of effective management strategies and the development of appropriate …

Human-modified habitats often harbor non-native populations and may facilitate the
transport and establishment of invasive species. Disturbed areas are typically warmer than …