How do the sympatric forest mongooses coexist in the Western Ghats landscape? Insights from spatio-temporal approach

Shameer, Thekke Thumbath; Backer, Sulekha Jameela; Nandhini, Subramani; Raman, Sreehari; Mujawar, Azim Nisar; Yogesh, Jayakumar; Kaushal, Krishan Kumar; Reddy, Srinivas Ramachandra; Nazia, Anwar; Sanil, Raveendranathanpillai

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“…Species distribution modeling (SDM) is one of the most powerful tools in conservation planning, and researchers have been implementing it in various studies (Shameer et al 2023; Shameer et al 2022; Shameer et al 2021). The ensemble modeling framework suggested by Araujo and New (2007) has gained popularity for predicting reliable SDMs.…”

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Converging paths: Harnessing ensemble modelling to predict human wild pig conflict risk zones in Tamil Nadu

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Growing human populations and human activity intensify human-wildlife conflicts, particularly with wild pigs (Sus scrofa), necessitating consideration of both human and wildlife requirements. This complexity demands a comprehensive assessment of causes, impacts, and mitigation strategies for such conflicts. In order to address these issues, we conducted studies across the forest divisions of Tamil Nadu by collecting secondary data on conflicts from 2016 to 2021. Out of the 3301 incidents we collected, 94.4% were specifically related to crop damage and occurred mostly during the month of December, followed by November. Dharmapuri Forest Division was found to be the highest contributor to overall conflicts. Temporal analysis revealed conflict peaks in December, followed by November and September. Using ensemble modelling we predicted a conflict risk zone of approximately 49,223 km2, which represents 37.8% of the total area of Tamil Nadu. Variables like human modification index and mean annual temperature had the highest contribution to model performance. Our model’s projections indicate that areas with cultivated lands in close proximity to the fringes of forests, especially in regions where there is a greater degree of human modification, are associated with heightened levels of conflict risk. This study provides a concise overview of a comprehensive study on human-wild pig conflict, encompassing an exploration of conflict triggers and ecological impacts in the state of Tamil Nadu. The study offers a comprehensive roadmap for managing human-wild pig conflicts in Tamil Nadu, highlighting key triggers, ecological impacts, and conflict risk factors.

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Converging paths: Harnessing ensemble modelling to predict human wild pig conflict risk zones in Tamil Nadu

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Charting Coexistence: Patterns and Predictors of Human-Elephant Conflict in Tamil Nadu, India

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The relentless exploitation of natural resources and encroachment leads to conservation challenges such as human-elephant conflicts (HEC). Managing HEC requires a multifaceted approach encompassing habitat management, community engagement, and mitigation strategies. To address this concern, we undertook an extensive study spanning forest divisions of Tamil Nadu to gain insights into the patterns and predictors of HEC. We collected data from secondary resources and field surveys for five years (2016-21). Our analysis encompassed a division-wise, crop-wise, and conflict-wise assessment, temporal analysis and conflict risk modelling. We observed that certain divisions, notably the Hosur Division and particular forest ranges, especially the Denkankottai range, exhibited a higher frequency of conflicts. Furthermore, conflicts were most pronounced during December. Our investigation also identified the primary crops susceptible to elephant damage, with raagi being the most affected, particularly during December. The model predicted medium and high conflict risk areas as 14806 km2 and 2140 km2, respectively. The annual mean atmospheric temperature was the most significant variable in predicting conflict risk, followed by the Human Modification Index and Digital Elevation Model. Areas with higher conflict risk were closer to forest cover, croplands, roads, and water bodies. These regions typically had lower terrain ruggedness, higher human modification, lower temperatures, and taller vegetation. Thus, this study serves as a cornerstone for comprehending HEC patterns in Tamil Nadu. It provides valuable insights to develop a better and more efficient management plan to mitigate HEC and foster coexistence between humans and elephants in the region.

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How do the sympatric forest mongooses coexist in the Western Ghats landscape? Insights from spatio-temporal approach

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Converging paths: Harnessing ensemble modelling to predict human wild pig conflict risk zones in Tamil Nadu

Converging paths: Harnessing ensemble modelling to predict human wild pig conflict risk zones in Tamil Nadu

Charting Coexistence: Patterns and Predictors of Human-Elephant Conflict in Tamil Nadu, India

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