Comparative niche modeling of two bush-shrikes (<i>Laniarius</i>) and the conservation of mid-elevation Afromontane forests of the Albertine Rift

Engel, Josh E.; Plumptre, Andrew J.; Mugabe, Hamlet; Kujirakwinja, Deo; Ayebare, Samuel; Bates, John M.

doi:10.1650/condor-18-28.1

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“…This study documents the presence of L. willardii in Itombwe for the first time. This was predicted by previous studies (Berzaghi et al., 2018; Voelker et al., 2010). However, Berzaghi et al .…”

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Birds of Burhinyi mountain forest, North of Itombwe Nature Reserve, Democratic Republic of Congo

Murhabale

Bwanamudogo

Magadju³

et al. 2020

Afr J Ecol

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“…As has been observed in other Afromontane habitats (McCain, 2009 and Romdal, 2001), Burhinyi has a distinct mid‐elevation (medium‐montane zone) peak in avian species richness and a substantial area of good forest between (1,500–2,000 m), which is unique to Itombwe compared to other parts of the Albertine Rift (Berzaghi et al., 2018).…”

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Birds of Burhinyi mountain forest, North of Itombwe Nature Reserve, Democratic Republic of Congo

Murhabale

Bwanamudogo

Magadju³

et al. 2020

Afr J Ecol

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“…Other worrying signs that might be related to the ongoing deforestation and subsequent weather disruptions as regards the local biodiversity can also be seen in this region, known to be one of the world biodiversity hotspots. For instance, Berzaghi et al (2018) have found that current land cover changes in the KBNP landscape affect the ecological niches required for the survival of species such as two Albertine Rift bush-shrikes (Laniarius). Some local native plant species also appear to be affected.…”

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Deforestation and its potential disruption of the weather patterns of the Democratic Republic of the Congo: Insights from the Kahuzi-Biega National Park landscape

Amani¹,

Pham²

2023

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Regions surrounding the Kahuzi-Biega National Park (KBNP) and other areas of South Kivu Province in the eastern part of the Democratic Republic of the Congo have been losing their natural forests for decades. •There is a positive correlation between deforestation and CO 2 emissions. Our research shows that deforestation increases temperature and negatively impacts rainfall, although not significantly. •Deforestation and its effects on the local climate are very likely to disrupt local agricultural practices and severely impact the unique biological diversity of the region. •Understanding the important role of forests in regulating climate not only helps to develop appropriate climate change adaptation and mitigation strategies but also to attain better biodiversity conservation and food security, and to go beyond just carbon sequestration services.

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“…Such genetic studies have played a crucial role in ascertaining phylogenetic relationships and gene flow between subspecies populations, factors that are of consideration when elevating groups to species status which has both biological (Toews & Irwin, 2008) and conservation (Mace, 2004; Murphy et al ., 2011) importance. Other explanatory variables including acoustic structure (Irwin et al ., 2008; Toews & Irwin, 2008), ecological niche modeling (Berzaghi et al ., 2018), and morphological data (Alström et al ., 2011) have been incorporated to further clarify the taxonomic status of cryptic avian species.…”

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Genetic, bioacoustic and morphological analyses reveal cryptic speciation in the warbling vireo complex (Vireo gilvus: Vireonidae: Passeriformes)

Carpenter

Graham

Spellman

et al. 2021

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Cryptic species are closely related taxa that are difficult to separate morphologically, but are reproductively isolated. Here we examine the warbling vireo complex (Vireo gilvus), a widespread songbird speculated to be comprised of more than one cryptic species. We included three taxa within the complex: two of the western (Vireo gilvus swainsonii and Vireo gilvus brewsteri) subspecies and the single eastern (Vireo gilvus gilvus) subspecies. We used mtDNA and microsatellite loci to assess the congruence of genetic data to the current subspecies boundaries. We then incorporated bioacoustic, morphometric, and ecological niche modeling analyses to further examine differences. We found two genetic groups with mtDNA analysis. Microsatellite analyses revealed four genetic groups: an eastern group, a Black Hills group and two western groups that do not agree with current western subspecies boundaries based on phenotypic data. Our results suggest that eastern and western warbling vireos have been reproductively isolated for a long period of time and therefore, may be best treated as separate species; however, more research into areas of contact to examine the presence of hybridization is advised before making a taxonomic revision. Differences between the two western genetic groups appear less clear, requiring additional research.

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Comparative niche modeling of two bush-shrikes (Laniarius) and the conservation of mid-elevation Afromontane forests of the Albertine Rift

Cited by 7 publications

References 39 publications

Birds of Burhinyi mountain forest, North of Itombwe Nature Reserve, Democratic Republic of Congo

Birds of Burhinyi mountain forest, North of Itombwe Nature Reserve, Democratic Republic of Congo

Deforestation and its potential disruption of the weather patterns of the Democratic Republic of the Congo: Insights from the Kahuzi-Biega National Park landscape

Genetic, bioacoustic and morphological analyses reveal cryptic speciation in the warbling vireo complex (Vireo gilvus: Vireonidae: Passeriformes)

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