The focal species, usually those selected for priority treatment by being signalled in some way as 'threatened', are a major avenue toward communicating the importance and vulnerability of grassland insects, and their wider interactions. Almost by definition, these 'flagship species' are ecological ...
For many, the giant quiver tree Aloe pillansii is the flagship species of the Richtersveld. Listed in Janice Golding's 2002 Southern African Plant Red Data Lists as Critically Endangered, by definition it faces an 'extremely high risk of... J Duncan,T Hoffmann,R Rohde - 《Veld & Flora》...
Conservation strategies based on charismatic flagship species, such as tigers, lions, and elephants, successfully attract funding from individuals and corporate donors. However, critics of this species-focused approach argue it wastes resources and often
For many, the giant quiver tree Aloe pillansii is the flagship species of the Richtersveld. Listed in Janice Golding's 2002 Southern African Plant Red Data Lists as Critically Endangered, by definition it faces an 'extremely high risk of extinction in the wild in the immediate future'. Local...
However, uncertainty remains in the academic literature about the purpose of flagship species and little research has been conducted on improving the effectiveness of these campaigns. To reduce this problem, here, we suggest a new definition that further emphasizes their marketing role and propose an...
However, uncertainty remains in the academic literature about the purpose of flagship species and little research has been conducted on improving the effectiveness of these campaigns. To reduce this problem, here, we suggest a new definition that further emphasizes their marketing role and propose an...
“flagship species,” meaning that they are often used in photographs, media spots such as television and Internet advertisements, and other promotional materials as ambassadors or public symbols for particular habitats or conservation efforts. One of the best-known flagship species is the giant panda...