A new article published in PeerJ, authored by Camila Ferreira Leão at Universidade Federal do Pará sheds light on the effects of climate change on carnivorous mammals in the Amazon and their representation within Protected Areas (PAs). 'Climate change and carnivores: shifts in the distribution and effectiveness of protected areas in the Amazon,' reveals alarming findings about the vulnerable status of these animals and the effectiveness of conservation measures.
Map of the study area. Map of the Amazon Biome , corresponding to the study area. All protected areas of the Biome are represented on the map in solid dark green. The arc of deforestation is represented in striped form. Credit:, authored by Camila Ferreira Leão at Universidade Federal do Pará sheds light on the effects of climate change on carnivorous mammals in the Amazon and their representation within Protected Areas .
Carnivorous mammals, integral to the Amazon's ecosystem maintenance and functioning, are increasingly at risk due to human interference, especiallyand deforestation. As these impacts escalate, it becomes crucial to understand how carnivore distribution and persistence are affected, particularly in the tropical region of the Amazon.
The research underscores the urgent need for robust conservation strategies to mitigate the potential loss of carnivore species in the Amazon. The study provides critical insights for policymakers and conservationists, emphasizing the necessity to adaptThe study employed Species Distribution Models to evaluate theof 16 carnivore species in the Amazon, projecting into the future under two climate scenarios for the year 2070.
Protected Areas' Limited Effectiveness: Despite the presence of Protected Areas, the study found that they may not be as effective in safeguarding carnivore species as anticipated. The Gap analysis revealed that the PAs failed to demonstrate significant protection in terms of species richness, and their ability to retain species richness was not substantially different from chance expectations.
As we grapple with the global climate crisis, this research serves as a wakeup call to act swiftly and decisively to protect the Amazon's biodiversity and theCamila Ferreira Leão et al, Climate change and carnivores: shifts in the distribution and effectiveness of protected areas in the Amazon,
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