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Wildlife census methods: a resume.

J C Lewis1

  • 1Oklahoma Cooperative Wildlife Research Unit, Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, Oklahoma 74074, USA.

Journal of Wildlife Diseases
|October 1, 1970
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This study explores wildlife census challenges and sampling strategies. It presents fundamental census methods and illustrates inventory techniques for diverse animal species.

Area of Science:

  • Ecology
  • Wildlife Management
  • Conservation Biology

Background:

  • Accurate wildlife population data is crucial for effective conservation and management strategies.
  • Traditional census methods often face challenges related to cost, logistics, and species-specific behaviors.
  • Understanding sampling schemes is vital for reliable wildlife inventory.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To discuss common problems encountered in wildlife census operations.
  • To present fundamental methods for conducting wildlife population counts.
  • To provide examples of inventory techniques applicable to various wildlife species.

Main Methods:

  • Review of established wildlife census methodologies.
  • Discussion of different sampling schemes (e.g., random, stratified).

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  • Case examples of inventory techniques for different taxa.

    • Main Results:

    • Identification of key challenges in wildlife census, including habitat accessibility and species detectability.
    • Presentation of basic census techniques such as direct observation, track counts, and camera trapping.
    • Demonstration of how specific inventory methods are tailored to different wildlife groups.

    Conclusions:

    • Effective wildlife census requires careful consideration of sampling design and method selection.
    • A range of basic census techniques can be adapted for diverse species.
    • Further research into optimized sampling schemes can improve wildlife inventory accuracy.