Standardised terminology in science is important for clarity of interpretation and
communication. In invasion science–a dynamic and rapidly evolving discipline–the …

Covering all facets of the biology of a little-known genus, Peter V. Lindeman's lavishly
illustrated Map Turtle and Sawback Atlas is both a scientific treatise and an engaging …

Understanding the determinants of the range expansion of invasive alien species is crucial
for developing effective prevention and control strategies. Nevertheless, we still lack a global …

Background and aims Overwintering is a critical part of the annual cycle of animals living at
high latitudes, and selection of overwintering sites (hibernacula) is important to population …

We documented sizes of terrestrial protection zones around wetlands that are necessary to
protect all of the core area of Blanding's Turtles (Emydoidea blandingii (Holbrook, 1838)) on …

Urbanization transforms many aspects of natural landscapes and poses many new
challenges for individual survival and population persistence. Thus, urbanization provides …

Abstract The European pond turtle Emys orbicularis is seriously threatened across Europe
by the non-native common slider, Trachemys scripta, which is included among the 100 most …

Many conservation strategies focus on reducing the risk of road mortality. Turtles, which are
highly susceptible to road mortality, exhibit life history traits that increase their vulnerability to …

Urbanization is one of the most rapidly expanding forms of habitat alteration worldwide.
Wildlife differs in their responses to urbanization depending upon species and site‐specific …

Pet release is important for the introduction of invasive species but propagule pressure from
this pathway is higher in areas with intense human presence. In fact, potential invaders are …