I am a behavioral ecologist who has led a >40 year study of East African forest primates. Our team has studied reproductive biology, social behavior, dietary ecology, and population trends.
The forest where I work is surrounded by a densely populated area of small farms. When maize, a staple crop, is planted right up to the forest edge, human-monkey conflict is inevitable.
An initiative led by the Center for Sustainability Transitions (CST) at Stellenbosch University, in partnership with the South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI) and made possible through the JWO research grant.
The development of the BII depends on the input of experts across the continent to adequately represent African biodiversity. The index will be presented in a usable form for decision making. Join our network to get involved or to stay updated as the project progresses.