Tag: umbrella species

February 24, 2020

JWM: Reptiles may benefit under grouse conservation umbrella

Conservation measures aimed at improving sagebrush environments for sage-grouse are also benefitting native reptile species. “There’s convincing evidence that this umbrella species concept might work for reptiles quite well,” said...

April 15, 2016

Game not always umbrella species for conservation

Conserving game species may not always provide trickle-down benefits for all species in ecosystems, according to new research. Sometimes, the effects of sustaining high numbers of these ungulates can cause...

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May 1, 2015

Game Birds Good Umbrella Species for Conservation

Game species may be better suited as so-called umbrella species for larger conservation goals than some rare and endangered species, according to research. “When people look at umbrella species they...