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A vision for the future conservation evidence landscape.

Published online: 19 May 2025

Authors: O'Connell, M. J. & White, R. L. & Haysom, K. A. & Seo, M. & Dooner, P. & Macadam, C. & Plowman, A. & Bulman, C. R. & Hayns, S. & Nason, M. & Groves, L. & Orr, H. G. & Meakin, K. & Dagley, J. & Stringer, A. & Smart, A. & Hynes, J. & Stone, D. & Hails, R. S. & Webb, J. & Hutchinson, N. & Higgins, S. & Wilson, J. D. & Burns, F. & Robinson, S. L. & Doar, N. & Smith, R. K. & Sutherland, W. J. & Rogers, L. & Jackson, H. A.

Content type: Journal article

Journal title: Ecological Solutions and Evidence

Evidence-based conservation has made some major steps forward in the last two decades. However, the 'landscape' in which evidence is generated, funded...

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Applying ecology for cave management in China and neighbouring countries.

Published online: 03 Jun 2009

Authors: Whitten, T.

Content type: Journal article

Journal title: Journal of Applied Ecology

Caves are arguably the hottest of the biodiversity hotspots as measured by endemism and threat, yet they receive very little attention or appropriate ...

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An introduction to evidence-based conservation (content tailored for decision-makers).

Published online: 27 Nov 2020

Published by: Evidence in Conservation Teaching Initiative

Authors: Walsh, J. & Downey, H.

Content type: Educational material

This paper highlights the importance of integrating scientific evidence into environmental policy and practice, such as evidence-based decision-making...

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An introduction to evidence-based conservation (content tailored for research scientists).

Published online: 27 Nov 2020

Published by: Evidence in Conservation Teaching Initiative

Authors: Downey, H. & Amano, T. & Walsh, J.

Content type: Educational material

Scientific knowledge for conservation has accumulated fast worldwide but the practice research interface needs to be emphasized. Conservation based on...

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Systematic review and meta-analysis.

Published online: 27 Nov 2020

Published by: Evidence in Conservation Teaching Initiative

Authors: Pellet, J.

Content type: Educational material

This publication discusses the need for research synthesis, comparing the experience vs. evidence-based conservation and presenting the conservation c...

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Systematic reviews and meta-analysis.

Published online: 27 Nov 2020

Published by: Evidence in Conservation Teaching Initiative

Authors: Martin, C. & Pellet, J.

Content type: Educational material

This publication discusses the need for research synthesis, comparing the experience vs. evidence-based conservation and presenting the conservation c...

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Distribution, status and conservation of Alopecurus pratensis-Sanguisorba officinalis flood-plain meadows in England.

Published online: 15 May 2021

Published by: Natural England

Authors: Jefferson, R. G.

Content type: Reports

Data is presented on the distribution, extent, conservation status and management of MG4 flood plain meadows. Ninety two sites have been identified co...

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Tourism and visitor management in protected areas: guidelines for sustainability.

Published online: 30 Oct 2019

Authors: Leung YuFai & Spenceley, A. & Hvenegaard, G. & Buckley, R. & Groves, C.

Content type: Bulletin

Protected areas are a key component of any global conservation strategy. Tourism provides a crucial and unique way of fostering visitors' connection w...

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Conservation agriculture affects multitrophic interactions driving the efficacy of weed biological control.

Published online: 12 Jan 2024

Authors: Carbonne, B. & Muneret, L. & Laurent, E. & Felten, E. & Ducourtieux, C. & Henon, N. & Matejicek, A. & Chauvel, B. & Petit, S.

Content type: Journal article

Journal title: Journal of Applied Ecology

Biological control is a key ecosystem service in arable lands, but its effectiveness varies according to environmental and biotic contexts. Cascading ...

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NatureScot Research Report 1307 - Investigate the issue of herbicide usage in nature conservation and the potential impacts on biodiversity including adverse effects on non-target species - Phase 1 - Review and evidence screening.

Published online: 29 Nov 2024

Published by: UK, NatureScot

Authors: Cook, S. K.

Content type: Reports

Invasive non-native species (INNS) and overabundant native plants can threaten conservation objectives, necessitating control measures, including herb...

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