An introduction to evidence-based conservation (content tailored for research scientists).
Abstract
Scientific knowledge for conservation has accumulated fast worldwide but the practice research interface needs to be emphasized. Conservation based on evidence intended to address this issue with: (i) critical synthesis of evidence and assessment (systematic review); (ii) present easy-to-understand evidence in a simple way (synopsis and decision support tool); and (iii) make decisions based on evidence of avoiding bias, improve sincerity and effectiveness.