Patterns of activity rhythms of invasive coypus Myocastor coypus inferred through camera-trapping.

ABSTRACT: Studies on activity rhythms are pivotal for the management of invasive alien species, as they provide basic insights into species basic ecology and may increase the success of control programs. The coypu Myocastor coypus, introduced from South America for fur farms, has become one of the most invasive rodents in Europe. Introduced coypus may affect crop productions, as well as natural vegetation and the breeding success of wading birds. In this study, we examined activity data collected through intensive camera-trapping in three Italian areas, including two natural areas in Northern and Central Italy, and a suburban area in Central Italy. Coypus were mostly diurnal in areas characterised by low predator pressure and, at night, they are mostly active in bright moonlight. Conversely,

SUBMITTER: Mori E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7359428 | biostudies-literature | 2020

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature