Browsing by Subject "GAM"

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  • A new insight for monitoring ungulates : density surface modelling of roe deer in a Mediterranean habitat 

    Valente, Ana M.; Marques, Tiago A.; Fonseca, Carlos; Torres, Rita Tinoco (2016-10) - Journal article
    Ungulates are especially difficult to monitor, and population estimates are challenging to obtain; nevertheless, such information is fundamental for effective management. This is particularly important for expanding species ...

  • Predictive models of cetacean distributions off the west coast of Scotland 

    Embling, Clare B. (University of St Andrews, 2008-11-27) - Thesis
    The main purpose of this study was to produce and test the reliability of predictive models of cetacean distributions off the west coast of Scotland. Passive acoustic and visual surveys were carried out from platforms of ...

  • Spatial ecology of marine top predators 

    Jones, Esther Lane (University of St Andrews, 2017-06-21) - Thesis
    Species distribution maps can provide important information to focus conservation efforts and enable spatial management of human activities. Two sympatric marine predators, grey seals (Halichoerus grypus) and harbour seals ...