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August 19, 2025Journal of Applied EcologyOpen Access

How does pyrodiversity influence small mammal abundance and genetic diversity?

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JSJulianna L. SantosHSHolly SittersLKLuke T. Kelly

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Overview

Analysis reveals how pyrodiversity affects animal abundance and genetic diversity in species, suggesting conservation strategies for managed areas.

Key Points

  • Higher relative abundance of Ningaui yvonneae occurs 25 to 35 years post-fire, indicating fire age benefits species diversity.
  • Genetic diversity of Ningaui yvonneae declines over time since fire exposure, emphasizing adaptive challenges in changing landscapes.
  • Observational analysis of small mammal populations across 58 sites reveals the role of fire regimes in shaping demographic features.
  • Maintaining varied fire-age classes in reserves may support habitat quality and gene flow, enhancing small mammal conservation.

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Santos et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68af4551ad7bf08b1ead385fhttps://doi.org/10.1111/1365-2664.70143
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