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The case for fencing remains intact.

C Packer¹, A Swanson, S Canney

¹Department of Ecology, Evolution and Behavior, University of Minnesota, St. Paul, MN, 55108, USA.

Ecology Letters

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Fencing may not be effective for conservation as it overlooks the crucial role of top predators in ecosystems. This study refutes claims against fencing by highlighting flawed statistical analyses in the critique.

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Area of Science:

Conservation biology
Wildlife ecology
Ecosystem management

Background:

Critiques have questioned the conservation effectiveness of fencing.
These critiques are based on population metrics that disregard the ecological significance of apex predators.
Previous analyses have also been criticized for methodological limitations.

Purpose of the Study:

To address critiques regarding the conservation effectiveness of fencing.
To re-evaluate the role of top predators in ecosystem processes within fenced areas.
To reaffirm original conclusions on fencing efficacy.

Main Methods:

Statistical re-analysis of data concerning fenced reserves.
Inclusion of top predator impacts in ecosystem assessments.
Comprehensive examination of cost-effectiveness metrics.

Main Results:

The critique's statistical analyses were found to be limited.
A subset of fenced reserves was considered, ignoring broader ecological impacts.
Cost-effectiveness analysis was incomplete, specifically regarding apex predator contributions.

Conclusions:

The original conclusions regarding the conservation effectiveness of fencing remain valid.
Fencing's ecological impact, particularly concerning top predators, requires thorough consideration.
Critiques based on incomplete data or analysis do not alter the established findings.