Publications by authors named "Rocio Almuna"
Article Synopsis
- Human population growth is increasing the interaction between domestic animals and wildlife, raising the risk of canine distemper virus (CDV) transmission in the Janos Biosphere Reserve, Mexico.
- A study involving a household questionnaire and serum sample testing found that 62% of domestic dogs were seropositive for CDV, particularly among free-roaming dogs, while only one bobcat tested positive among wild carnivores.
- Low vaccination rates (7% for dogs) and high chances of domestic-wild interactions suggest a persistent CDV prevalence and highlight the need for long-term studies to monitor disease spread between domestic and wild carnivores.
Biodiversity Conservation Requires Management of Feral Domestic Animals.
Trends Ecol Evol
August 2019
The proliferation of feral domestic animals (FDAs) has been favored by human-induced landscape changes, a world population becoming increasingly urban, and by inappropriate management of domestic animals. Here, we describe the impact of FDAs and the opposing views in societies that affect the decision-making process and management actions. We provide general recommendations for the participatory management of this emerging threat to biodiversity and rural ecosystems.
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