Movement Ecology of Afrotropical Forest Mammals

This book provides a unique perspective on animal movement studies in tropical African forests, where the diverse biological and structural environment has forced the evolution of unique movement patterns and ecological strategies. It highlights the challenges of studying animal movement in these environments but also showcases exciting new information emerging from recent research using new technology and methodological approaches. The book aims to inspire early career researchers to investigate the movements of wild African forest mammals in these remarkable forests.

Format: Hardback
Length: 196 pages
Publication date: 25 April 2023
Publisher: Springer International Publishing AG

This groundbreaking book offers a fresh perspective on animal movement studies, as it encompasses a wide range of environments from African tropical regions. The immense biodiversity, encompassing both biological and structural elements such as trees, shrubs, vines, and epiphytes, presents animals with numerous options to fulfill their fundamental needs. Consequently, this unique ecological setting has driven the evolution of distinctive movement patterns and ecological strategies.

The book builds upon our previous publication, "Movement Ecology of Neotropical Forest Mammals," and specifically delves into the captivating world of tropical African forests. Movement plays a vital role in the existence of every organism. Animals embark on journeys in search of essential resources like food, water, shelter, mating opportunities, and protection from predators. Comprehending the factors that influence and shape animal movement poses a challenging task for behavioral ecologists. Many animals exhibit shy behavior, move covertly, and are highly sensitive to human presence, making the study of mammal movements in tropical environments both logistically and methodologically intricate.

However, recent advancements in research have begun to overcome these obstacles, revealing exciting new insights into the patterns of movement among wild African forest mammals. In this book, we present a collection of exceptional studies that employ cutting-edge technology and rigorous methodological approaches to unravel the mysteries of these animals' movements within the awe-inspiring African tropical forests.

This second volume aims to ignite the passion of early career researchers in exploring the dynamic movements of wild mammals within some of the most remarkable forests on our planet: the African tropical forests. By presenting these captivating studies, we hope to inspire a new generation of scientists to delve deeper into the intricate world of animal behavior and ecology, fostering a deeper understanding of the intricate web of life that thrives in these remarkable ecosystems.

Weight: 494g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783031270291
Edition number: 1st ed. 2023