Species distribution models rarely predict the biology of real populations

J A. Lee‐Yaw, J L. McCune, S Pironon, S N. Sheth - Ecography, 2022 - Wiley Online Library
Species distribution models (SDMs) are widely used in ecology. In theory, SDMs capture (at
least part of) species' ecological niches and can be used to make inferences about the …

Efficacy of species distribution models (SDMs) for ecological realms to ascertain biological conservation and practices

MK Rathore, LK Sharma - Biodiversity and Conservation, 2023 - Springer
SDMs are not new to conservation, but their popularity has increased dramatically in recent
years. This step-by-step review provides an overview of the efficacy of SDMs in guiding …

Map** the potential of mangrove forest restoration based on species distribution models: A case study in China

W Hu, Y Wang, D Zhang, W Yu, G Chen, T **e… - Science of The Total …, 2020 - Elsevier
Mangrove forests support numerous ecosystem services and contribute to coastal ecological
risk reduction. However, they are one of the most severely threatened ecosystems in the …

Ensemble modelling enables identification of suitable sites for habitat restoration of threatened biodiversity under climate change: A case study of Himalayan Trillium

ZA Rather, R Ahmad, AA Khuroo - Ecological Engineering, 2022 - Elsevier
In an era of climate change, identifying suitable habitats for ecosystem restoration is critical
for conservation of globally threatened biodiversity. Here, we integrate the insights gained …

Overprediction of species distribution models in conservation planning: A still neglected issue with strong effects

SJE Velazco, BR Ribeiro, LMO Laureto… - Biological Conservation, 2020 - Elsevier
Species distribution models (SDM) are increasingly used in conservation planning to identify
priority areas for the establishment of protected areas. Nevertheless, the quality of SDM …

Mangrove distribution and afforestation potential in the Red Sea

J Blanco-Sacristán, K Johansen, CM Duarte… - Science of the total …, 2022 - Elsevier
Mangrove ecosystems represent one of the most effective natural environments for fixing
and storing carbon (C). Mangroves also offer significant co-benefits, serving as nurseries for …

Spatial planning principles for marine ecosystem restoration

SE Lester, AK Dubel, G Hernán, J McHenry… - Frontiers in Marine …, 2020 - frontiersin.org
Coastal and marine ecosystems characterized by foundation species, such as seagrass
beds, coral reefs, salt marshes, oyster reefs, and mangrove forests, are rich in biodiversity …

[HTML][HTML] Distribution and disturbance dynamics of habitats suitable for Suaeda salsa

C Cao, F Su, F Song, H Yan, Q Pang - Ecological Indicators, 2022 - Elsevier
Suaeda salsa, as the last biological barrier of coastal wetlands from land to sea, is one of the
best nature-based restoration solution for shoreline stabilization and soil improvement in …

Diminishing potential for tropical reefs to function as coral diversity strongholds under climate change conditions

AAS Adam, RA Garcia, R Galaiduk… - Diversity and …, 2021 - Wiley Online Library
Aim Forecasting the influence of climate change on coral biodiversity and reef functioning is
important for informing policy decisions. Dominance shifts, tropicalization and local …