PhD research projects on human ecology and lion-livestock conflicts
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Principal researcher: Ms Pricelia Tumenta
Supervisor: Hans de Iongh
Research area: Lion ecology and lion-livestock conflicts
Date started: May 2007
Academic institution: Leiden University, Institute of Environmental Sciences (CML) The Netherlands
Professional experience: Lecturer, wildlife ecology and behaviour; Department of Forestry, University of Dschang, Cameroon
Summary: The Waza National Park harbours a small isolated population of 40-60 lions Bauer & van der Merwe (2004) that have been doing well until recent threats. Studies conducted by WWF in early 2007 revealed a very high intensity of human and livestock pressure on the park. This implies lost of habitat for the lion, decline of natural prey base as a result of competition with livestock , more pastoralists lion livestock interactions leading to conflicts. This PhD research project was initiated to give and update of the lion's status in this park, study lion movements and home ranges to create awareness among local communities especially the nomadic pastoralists, on the foraging behaviour of the lion in the area. Livestock depredation with focus on anti-predation management practices is also an important aspect of this project.
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PhD research in Waza National Park, Cameroon
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PhD research in Waza National Park, Cameroon
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PhD research in Waza National Park, Cameroon
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