My work centers on the ecology and monitoring of large carnivores and other mammal populations. The research investigates major threats, including the dynamics of human-wildlife conflict and the illegal wildlife trade, with special attention given to endangered species. Some findings were translated into policy notes and practical recommendations to inform and guide in situ conservation efforts.
Our fieldwork reveals significant impacts of human activities on wildlife populations, including alterations to the activity patterns and interactions of large carnivores. Wildlife species face threats from rapid habitat encroachment and the widespread illegal bushmeat trade, especially for endangered species. Despite these critical pressures, many local communities exhibit a remarkable tolerance towards human-wildlife conflicts. Furthermore, we observe significant resilience in several species, which are often found thriving in unexpected areas. This ability to persist highlights the fact that targeted, positive changes in protected area management will be effective and essential for facilitating the successful recovery of endangered wildlife populations.
