Biological invasion by wild pig (Sus scrofa Linnaeus, 1758) in an Atlantic Rainforest protected area
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https://doi.org/10.31687/saremNMS.21.2.7Keywords:
Atlantic rainforest biodiversity, conservation units, ecological impact, feral pigs, invasive speciesAbstract
This is the first record of the biological invasion by wild pigs (Sus scrofa Linnaeus, 1758) in the Mata dos Godoy State Park (PEMG), an important protected area in the State of Paraná, Brazil. The PEMG landscape is identified as a priority for the conservation of the Atlantic Forest by sustaining a high richness of native species. Using camera traps, we report 21 records of wild pigs with groups of up to 26 individuals within the limits of this park. We highlight the need for quick action to contain the invasion, and thus reduce the potential negative effect on the region's natural and agricultural ecosystems. Early detection of biological invasion events is essential to guide managers to use suitable management practices and thus avoid damage to both biodiversity and local economies.
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