Projects in Argentina

Regal and Hawk Moths of the ‘Serrano’ Forest in Eastern Slopes of the ‘Sierras Chicas’ of Cordoba

The main objective of this study is to make an inventory of the Saturniids and Sphingids in the area, make a database for collections and images, and prepare illustrated guides of these taxonomic groups.

Jaguar (Panthera Onca) Densities in the Atlantic Forest of Argentina: Its Relationship with Prey Availability, Hunting Pressure and the Presence of Pumas (Puma Concolor)

This project will assess the ecology and population size of jaguars needed to conduct a Population Viability Analysis and for guiding conservation activities. By understanding which are the limiting factors that affect the carrying capacity of this jaguar population we can improve its chances of long term survival.

Jaguar (Panthera Onca) Densities in the Atlantic Forest of Argentina: Its Relationship with Prey Availability, Hunting Pressure and the Presence of Pumas (Puma Concolor)

This project will assess the ecology and population size of jaguars needed to conduct a Population Viability Analysis and for guiding conservation activities. By understanding which are the limiting factors that affect the carrying capacity of this jaguar population we can improve its chances of long term survival.

A Research Project to Help Preserve the Endangered Jaguar Population of the Green Corridor of Misiones, Argentina

Since 2003 we have been conducting research and conservation activities on jaguars in the Atlantic Forest of Argentina. In 2008 we start new conservation oriented-research related with inter-specific relationships between jaguars and pumas, and population dynamics, habitat requirements and health population of jaguars to improve a Conservation Plan for the jaguars in the region.

Patagonian Wild Foxes Warning against Poisoning by Conditioned Taste Aversion

Protecting predators from poisoning, inside and outside protected areas in Patagonia by generating taste aversion.

Huemel Deer, Argentina

Ecology and conservation of the huemel deer in Patagonia, Argentina

Avian Communities as Affected by the Heterogeneity of the Agricultural Landscape of the Rolling Pampa, Argentina: Dynamics Between Cultivated and Non-Cultivated Environments

The avian community of the Rolling Pampas is one of the most threatened grassland bird communities in the world.

Implications of Changes in Demographic and Land-Use Patterns on the Biodiversity of Atlantic Forest in Misiones, Argentina

The major goal of this study is to understand how demographic and land use dynamics affect the biodiversity in the province of Misiones.

Implications of Changes in Demographic and Land-Use Patterns on the Biodiversity of Atlantic Forest in Misiones

The overall aim of this project is to understand the relationships between human demography and land-use patterns and its implications for the biodiversity.

Guanaco Vulnerability to Puma Predation: Ecological Factors Affecting Anti-Predatory Responses

The aim of this project is to address guanaco behavioural plasticity and the ecological factors that could limit anti-predatory responses, in order to manage guanaco populations threatened by high puma predation rates.

The Impact of Logging on Regeneration and Diversity of the Semi-Arid Chaco Forest of Argentina

A project to assess the impact on the Argentinean Chaco Forest of two different methods of logging.

Regeneration Mechanisms of the Two Most Important Arboreal Species in Semi-Arid Chaco Forest in Argentina

Our objective is to investigate whether shrubs facilitate the establishment and survival of seedlings of both quebracho species, and how one of the most common land uses (cattle grazing) affect the process.

Livestock and Native Fauna: Changes Affecting Predation and Secondary Dispersal of Seeds of Woody Plant in the Semi-Arid Chaco Woodland, Copo National Park and Surroundings, Argentina

The key objective of this study is to assess the changes in the post-dispersal seed removal of native woody plants and in the removal agents themselves (insects, small and large vertebrates) in eight woodlands with different intensities of cattle grazing in the Copo National Park and surroundings.

Interspecific Pathogen Transmission as Potential Cause of Ecological Replacement of Native Bombus Dahlbomii by Introduced Invasive Bumblebee Species, Argentina

The aim of the project is to explore whether the transmission of pathogens from introduced invasive bumblebees to the native bumblebee Bombus dahlbomii might explain the long term decline of this native species.

Conservation Status of the Andean Condor (Vultur Gryphus) in Three National Parks of Central Argentina

Determine the abundance of the Andean Condor population in three National Parks of Central Argentina to contribute to knowledge of the species’ global conservation status.

Feeding Ecology of Black and Gold Howler, Alouatta Caraya in Fragmented Forests of Northeast Argentina

Analyze variations in the feeding behavior, home range and group cohesion of three groups of Alouatta caraya with respect to the spatial distribution and the size of the fragments that the groups occupy.

Promoting the Conservation of Pampean Coastal Ecosystems through the Creation of a Marine-Coastal Nature Reserve (Buenos Aires, Argentina)

This project aims to promote the creation of a marine-coastal nature reserve to contribute to the conservation of the Pampean coastal ecosystems, focusing on the development of ecological research and interaction with local communities.

Restoration of Polylepis Mountain Woodlands in the Sierras Grandes of Cordoba, Argentina

Work to restore degraded woodland in the highest and most inaccessible range of mountains in Cordoba, Argentina, protecting valuable watersheds and important biodiversity.

Restoration of Polylepis Mountain Woodlands in the High Córdoba Mountains, Argentina

This project examines ways of making a substantial and long-lasting contribution to the restoration of these mountains.

Native Forests, Wildlife and Water in Central Argentina: Fostering Public Ecological Understanding and Forest Restoration

We aim to contribute to the restoration of the native mountain forests of Central Argentina, and hence of wildlife, water resources and other valuable ecosystem services.

Identification of Egg Laying Areas for Chondrichthyan Fishes in a Coastal Zone of San Matías Gulf, Northern Patagonia, Argentina

The aim of this project is to locate the egg-laying areas for several species of skates and one holocephalan, and quantify the amount of egg cases laid per reproductive season for identify sensitive areas for their protection and estimate fundamental life history parameters needed for the design of conservation and fishery management measure.

Disease Risks for Native Deer Species, Associated to Exotic Ungulates Red Deer (Cervus Elaphus) and Wild Boar (Sus Scrofa) in Nahuel Huapi National Park, Northern Patagonia, Argentina

Assess the risk of diseases transmission from exotic to native species and generate basic information for an efficient management of red deer and wild boar Patagonian populations.

Disease Risks for Native Deer Species, Associated to Exotic Ungulates Cervus Elaphus and Sus Scrofa in National Parks of Northern Patagonia, Argentina

The aim of the project is to identify diseases of exotic mammals in Patagonia, evaluate the risk of disease transmission from introduced species to native fauna, and generate basic information to prevent zoonosis.

Project Right Whale – Evaluating the Impact of Tourism Activities on Southern Right Whales in North Patagonia

This project aims to obtain information on the southern right whales in the Natural Protected Area Bahía de San Antonio, Northeast Patagonia, allowing us to understand the impact of “swim-with-whales” and “whale-watching” activities conducted in this area. The results of this project will be an indispensable tool for the implementation of accurate regulations and conservation measurements towards these vulnerable animals in the region.

Project Right Whale – Evaluating the Impact of Touristic Activities on Southern Right Whales in North Patagonia, Argentina

The only location in Argentina, and one of the only places in the world, where it is legal to swim with southern right whales (SRWs) under specific restrictions, is inside the Gulf of San Matías, Province of Río Negro. Due to this legalization and the consequential important role of SRWs in the development of this coastal area, especially in the region of San Antonio, this study aims to obtain information on their behavioural reaction to these human approaches. The results of this study will be an indispensable tool for the implementation of regulations and conservation measurements towards these vulnerable animals in the region.