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Area of Science:

  • Ecology
  • Wildlife Conservation
  • Forestry

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  • Mast seeding, the irregular production of seeds, significantly influences ecosystem dynamics.
  • Beechnuts (Fagus sylvatica L.) are a crucial food source for Eurasian brown bears in the Italian Alps.
  • Understanding mast seeding impacts is vital for managing bear populations and human-wildlife conflict.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the relationship between beechnut mast seeding and brown bear behavior in the Italian Alps.
  • To map the spatial and temporal patterns of beechnut production and associated bear damages.
  • To inform conservation strategies for brown bears by identifying high-risk areas for human-bear conflict.

Main Methods:

  • Estimation and mapping of annual beechnut biomass (2007-2021) using historical data and field sampling.
  • Assessment of beechnut energy content via high heating values.
  • Integration of beechnut production data, damage records, and GPS data from 16 brown bears for temporal and spatial analysis.

Main Results:

  • Standardized damages to beehives and livestock decreased significantly in mast years, indicating bears relied on natural food sources.
  • Bears utilized agricultural areas more and beech forests less during years with poor beechnut crops.
  • Areas with agriculture and pastures near beech forests and away from urban centers presented a higher risk of bear-related damages.

Conclusions:

  • Beechnut mast seeding directly influences brown bear foraging behavior and reduces human-wildlife conflict during abundant seed years.
  • Mapping mast seeding and bear activity provides a valuable tool for proactive management and conservation planning.
  • This study highlights the ecological interconnectedness between forest resources and large carnivore populations.