Challenges to Mammal Migratory Route Conservation in North America (2016)
ABSTRACT
Mammal migration between seasonal ranges can consist of relatively short distance migrations of a single individual as well as massive migrations involving thousands of individuals in a population. Understanding the varying migratory habits among species requires detailed information of specific routes and stopover sites. Studying and preserving this behavior is vital but challenging, as both natural and anthropogenic threats exist to migrants. Disjointed management prevents comprehensive solutions from being implemented to protect migratory species in North America. Additional research that takes into consideration all factors of migration and accounts for the uniqueness of animal movement patterns is essential for developing and executing conservation strategies that can prevent further extinction or endangerment of migratory behaviors.
9 Days On Shawnee National Forest's Snake Road Of Illinois (2018)
ABSTRACT
The terrestrial Mojave Shoulderband Snail (Helminthoglypta (Coyote) greggi) is being considered for status and protection as an endangered species under the Endangered Species Act due to the recent construction of a mining operation in an area that occupies a significant portion of its habitat range. There are many points that require consideration when evaluating the sustainability and economics of the mining project compared with the survivability of this species. Of particular importance to this discussion are the economic implications of the mining project, the functioning of the Mojave Shoulderband Snail in the environment, and the purpose and structure of the Endangered Species Act.
