Threatened synanthropes depend on intact forests: a critical evaluation of Moore et al. (2023).

ABSTRACT: Synanthropes are known for their remarkable adaptability to coexist with humans, yet increased visibility exposes them to significant threats, such as hunting or conflict over resources. Moore et al.'s review 'The rise of hyperabundant native generalists threatens both humans and nature' (https://doi.org/10.1111/brv.12985) explores distribution patterns and impacts of macaques and pigs in anthropogenic environments. Our critical evaluation of this study revealed several substantial issues: the pooling of data from species that are ecologically and behaviourally distinct, an error in data acquisition, potential biases in statistical analyses, and critical misrepresentations of threats to and from wildlife in human-impacted habitats. Additionally, we highlight the lack of evidence supporting

SUBMITTER: Holzner A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12227786 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature