Groundbreaking Research: Conserving Nature's Wonders
Current Projects: Unveiling New Horizons
Leopard Ecology & Management: Delving deep into the lives of leopards (Panthera pardus), our team explores their existence across both protected and unprotected territories. This project shines a light on the crucial balance between human activities and the inherent need for leopard conservation.
Non-lethal Depredation Management: Through a comparative lens, we assess the ecological and economic impacts of non-lethal strategies on livestock farms. Our goal is to foster methods that protect livestock while preserving our carnivorous co-inhabitants.
Exploring the Wilderness: Our Research Areas
PUBLICATIONS
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The spatial ecology and activity patterns of leopards (Panthera pardus) in the Baviaanskloof and Greater Addo Elephant National Park (GAENP), Eastern Cape Province, South AfricaList Item 1
What are the Leopard PopulaƟon
Dynamics in various research sites in
Western, Eastern and Northern Capes?
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McManus, J.S. 2018. The Conservation of Leopards in the Eastern and Western Cape, South AfricaList Item 2
This PhD dissertation by J.S. McManus at Witwatersrand University focuses on the conservation challenges of leopards in South Africa's Eastern and Western Cape. It investigates the impact of land use, gene flow, and connectivity on leopard populations. The research provides insights into the spatial dynamics of leopards in relation to human activities and natural habitat corridors, offering strategies for effective conservation management.
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McManus, J., Marshal, J.P., Keith, M., Tshabalala, T., Smuts, B., and Treves, A., 2021. Factors Predicting Habitat Use by Leopards in Human-altered LandscapesList Item 4
Published in the Journal of Mammalogy, this study investigates the habitat use of leopards within human-altered landscapes in South Africa. The research highlights how leopards adapt to changes in their environment, with a focus on how human activity affects their habitat selection. It emphasizes the importance of understanding spatial and social factors in conservation efforts.
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Jandova, K., 2019. Does Resource Dispersion Drive Leopard Habitat Selection?
In this Master of Science Dissertation from the Czech University of Life Sciences, K. Jandova explores the factors influencing leopard habitat selection, particularly the role of resource dispersion. This research contributes to a deeper understanding of leopard spatial behavior and the potential effects of environmental and human-induced changes on their habitats.
