Conserving an Endangered Canid: Assessing Distribution, Habitat Protection, and Connectivity for the Dhole (Cuon alpinus) in Bhutan

Most canids face population declines and range contractions worldwide. Although the dhole (Cuon alpinus) is widely distributed across 10 countries in South and Southeast Asia, limited studies exist on this species. Despite its globally “Endangered” status and ecological role as an apex predator, ass...

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Main Authors: Phuntsho Thinley, Rajanathan Rajaratnam, Jan F. Kamler, Cheten Wangmo
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2021-04-01
Series:Frontiers in Conservation Science
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Online Access:https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fcosc.2021.654976/full