Macro-habitat preferences by the African manatee and crocodiles – ecological and conservation implications

African manatees (<i>Trichechus senegalensis</i>) and crocodiles are threatened species in parts of their range. In West Africa, crocodiles may constitute the main predators for manatees apart from humans. Here, we explore the macro-habitat selection of manatees and two s...

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Main Authors: L. Luiselli, G. C. Akani, N. Ebere, F. M. Angelici, G. Amori, E. Politano
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Copernicus Publications 2012-07-01
Series:Web Ecology
Online Access:http://www.web-ecol.net/12/39/2012/we-12-39-2012.pdf