Source: Science.Org
The Atlas of Ungulate Migration, created by the Global Initiative on Ungulate Migration, is an online resource that emphasizes the significance of large-scale animal migrations, including those of the Mongolian gazelle and 19 other large mammals. It features interactive maps detailing migration routes of species like red deer in the Alps, saiga antelope in Kazakhstan, and African elephants in Zimbabwe and Botswana.
Developed by scientists such as Francesca Cagnacci and Matt Kauffman, the atlas aims to highlight the threats facing these migrations, which are increasingly interrupted by infrastructure projects like roads and fences. By providing crucial data, it helps policymakers, governments, and wildlife managers make informed decisions regarding development plans. While the atlas currently has gaps, particularly in South and North America, there are plans to include more species. This tool seeks to establish a foundational understanding for the conservation of these vital, yet often endangered, migratory patterns.
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