How do we restore New Zealand's biological heritage by 2050?

Norton, David A.; Young, Laura M.; Byrom, Andrea E.; Clarkson, Bruce D.; Lyver, Phil O'b.; McGlone, Matt S.; Waipara, Nick

doi:10.1111/emr.12230

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“…The number of projects aiming to conserve native biodiversity in New Zealand has increased considerably over recent decades (Norton et al 2016). However, the ecological outcomes of many conservation projects are often uncertain due to insufficient monitoring (e.g.…”

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“…However, the use of multiple monitoring tools increases both labour and financial costs associated with monitoring programmes. To maximise the efficiency of invasive species control operations, conservation managers require novel approaches to monitoring mammals at spatial extents and with accuracy levels that allow them to judge the appropriate management intervention (Norton et al 2016).…”

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Evaluation of remote cameras for monitoring multiple invasive mammals in New Zealand

Hartley¹,

Wittmer²

2018

NZ J Ecol

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Numerous conservation projects in New Zealand aim to reduce populations of invasive mammalian predators to facilitate the recovery of native species. However, results of control efforts are often uncertain due to insufficient monitoring. Remote cameras have the potential to monitor multiple species of invasive mammals. To determine the efficiency of cameras as a multi-species monitoring tool, we compared the detection rates of remote cameras and tracking tunnels over 4 non-consecutive days across 40 sites in Wellington. On average, cameras detected significantly more hedgehogs (Erinaceus europaeus) and rats (Rattus spp.) than tracking tunnels, and their images could be used to identify rats to the species level in 50% of detections. Cameras also detected more possums (Trichosurus vulpecula) but missed recording mice (Mus musculus) on some occasions where tracking tunnels detected them, and vice-versa. We conclude that remote cameras are well-suited for simultaneously monitoring multiple species of invasive mammals in New Zealand.

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Evaluation of remote cameras for monitoring multiple invasive mammals in New Zealand

Hartley¹,

Wittmer²

2018

NZ J Ecol

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“…Finally, restoration needs to be strongly driven from the bottom-up through local communities who are the foundation of many restoration efforts (Peters et al 2015;Norton et al 2016). But equally, with the majority of the million or more hectares of pastoral hill country that would benefit from restoration in private or iwi ownership, upscaling of restoration will also require commitment and resources from large landowners and iwi, including incentives and support from regional and central governments.…”

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“…All bring together relevant expertise and experience, and the outcomes for national biodiversity conservation will be much stronger than if these groups work in isolation (Norton et al . ).…”

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Upscaling restoration of native biodiversity: A New Zealand perspective

Norton¹,

Butt²,

Bergin³

2018

Eco Management Restoration

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Population management using gene drive: molecular design, models of spread dynamics and assessment of ecological risks

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CRISPR gene drive has recently been proposed as a promising technology for population management, including in conservation genetics. The technique would consist in releasing genetically engineered individuals that are designed to rapidly propagate a desired mutation or transgene into wild populations. Potential applications in conservation biology include the control of invasive pest populations that threaten biodiversity (eradication and suppression drives), or the introduction of beneficial mutations in endangered populations (rescue drives). The propagation of a gene drive is affected by different factors that depend on the drive construct (e.g. its fitness effect and timing of expression) or on the target species (e.g. its mating system and population structure). We review potential applications of the different types of gene drives for conservation. We examine the challenges posed by the evolution of resistance to gene drives and review the various molecular and environmental risks associated with gene drives (e.g. propagation to non target populations or species and unintended detrimental ecosystem impacts). We provide some guidelines for future gene drive research and discuss ethical, biosafety and regulation issues.

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How do we restore New Zealand's biological heritage by 2050?

Cited by 36 publications

References 22 publications

Evaluation of remote cameras for monitoring multiple invasive mammals in New Zealand

Evaluation of remote cameras for monitoring multiple invasive mammals in New Zealand

Upscaling restoration of native biodiversity: A New Zealand perspective

Population management using gene drive: molecular design, models of spread dynamics and assessment of ecological risks

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