Optimizing Risk Management Strategies for the Control of Philornis downsi—A Threat to Birds in the Galápagos Islands
One of the most concerning threats to Galápagos bird populations, including some critically endangered species, is the invasive parasitic fly Philornis downsi. While long-term sustained solutions are under study, immediate actions are needed to reduce the impacts of this fly. Application of permethr...
Main Authors: | Irene Bueno, Randall S. Singer, Charles Yoe, Rees Parrish, Dominic A. Travis, Julia B. Ponder |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Frontiers Media S.A.
2021-08-01
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Series: | Frontiers in Conservation Science |
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Online Access: | https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fcosc.2021.721892/full |
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