SDMs are not new to conservation, but their popularity has increased dramatically in recent
years. This step-by-step review provides an overview of the efficacy of SDMs in guiding …

Predicting the response of biota to climate change is an active field of research.
Advancements in the field of genomics has revolutionized climate change research …

Biodiversity loss from climate and land use change is a global occurrence, but is of particular
concern in more prominent biodiverse and sensitive areas such as the Hindu Kush …

Human encroachment in natural habitats and consequent landscape modifications pose
significant threats to animal populations, particularly endangered species. Therefore …

Simple Summary Conservation funds and resources have long been globally inadequate,
and methods that could maximize conservation outcomes with limited investment, such as …

Simple Summary The hispid hare, Caprolagus hispidus, an endangered small mammal
species, occupies a range from the southern lowlands of Nepal, India, and Bhutan. Despite …

The endangered and poorly known Swamp Grass-babbler, Laticilla cinerascens
(Passeriformes: Pellorneidae), confronts critical threats and vulnerability due to its specific …

Abstract The Indian Himalayan Region (IHR) forms the northern boundary of India covering
an area of about 5.3 lakh km2, which constitutes 16.2% of the total geographical area. The …

Large forested landscapes often harbour significant amount of biodiversity and support
mankind by rendering various livelihood opportunities and ecosystem services. Their …

Abstract The Forest Stewardship Council developed the concept of High Conservation
Values (HCVs) as a criteria in the forest certification process in order to promote sustainable …