The Himalayan wolf (Canis lupus chanco) and snow leopard (Panthera uncia) are apex predators in alpine ecosystems. By controlling the numbers of meso-predators and herbivores, these top predators can have cascading effects on plant and animal species at different trophic levels. Their predation activities create intricate trophic interactions that help stabilize food webs and promote … Continue reading The paradox of balancing conservation efforts for Himalayan wolves and snow leopards (commentary)
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The paradox of balancing conservation efforts for Himalayan wolves and snow leopards (commentary)
The Himalayan wolf (Canis lupus chanco) and snow leopard (Panthera uncia) are apex predators in alpine ecosystems. By controlling the numbers of meso-predators and herbivores, these top predators can have cascading effects on plant and animal species at different trophic levels. Their predation activities create intricate trophic interactions that help stabilize food webs and promote … Continue reading The paradox of balancing conservation efforts for Himalayan wolves and snow leopards (commentary)