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Insect Biodiversity and Biomass in a Forested Region in Belgium: A case study in Bosland, Limburg
(Master thesis, 2021)Insects, being the first in the food chain, form a perfect animal group to estimate the vitality of an ecosystem. Their diversity and abundance could have tremendous impact on plants and other animals living in the ecosystem. ... -
Brainworm (Elaphostrongylus rangiferi) abundance in wild reindeer (Rangifer tarandus tarandus) in relation to gastropod densities
(Master thesis, 2021)Elaphostrongylus rangiferi is a nematode parasite in reindeer (Rangifer tarandus) which can cause considerable neurological damage and could affect the survival chances of the last European wild tundra reindeer. The parasite ... -
Wolf space use in a seasonally changing environment
(Master thesis, 2021)In this study, we investigate the space use of a recolonizing predator in Scandinavia in relation to the density of its main prey and other environmental variables. Animal space use is influenced by intrinsic factors, ... -
Grazing among carnivores: Managing cattle depredation across the Western-world
(Master thesis, 2021)Large carnivores such as wolves and bears may prey on cattle. With the recent recovery of large carnivore populations in the Western world, cattle depredation is expected to increase. To mitigate potential conflicts, it ... -
Investigating the effect of herd and landscape factors on brainworm (Elaphostrongylus rangiferi) prevalence and infection intensity in a semi-domesticated reindeer (Rangifer tarandus tarandus) herd
(Master thesis, 2021)The increasing concern about brainworm (Elaphostrongylus rangiferi) in reindeer (Rangifer tarandus) is driven by climate change. The development of the nematode in its intermediate host – gastropods – is strongly affected ... -
Quantification of food waste disposal in developed and developing countries: A Meta-Analysis
(Master thesis, 2022)Matsvinn er et aktuelt problem, der avfall genereres gjennom alle ledd i verdikjeden, og dette skjer i så vel utviklede som utviklingsland. Økende bekymring for matsikkerhet og miljøpåvirkninger tilskrevet matsvinn på grunn ... -
ASSESSING THE WILDFIRE OF CHITWAN NATIONAL PARK, NEPAL
(Master thesis, 2022)Although fire has long been an Essent foremost of the forest ecosystem and has a significant impact on the flora and fauna, it is also widely believed to be one of the main causes of biodiversity loss and environmental ... -
Wolf use of areas planned for wind power development in Scandinavia
(Master thesis, 2022)The global energy demand is increasing, and the world is shifting towards using more renewable energy. As a result, onshore wind power development is increasing, though little is known about effects of wind power development ... -
Testing spatial overlap between humans and wild reindeer in summertime by using location-specific data
(Master thesis, 2022)Fragmentering og tap av habitat grunnet menneskelig aktivitet er et verdensomfattende problem. Menneskelig vekst øker mer og mer, noe som har ført til et større antall interaksjoner mellom folk og dyr. Dette påvirker ... -
Spatial and temporal movement patterns of wolverine (Gulo gulo) females during the denning period in the boreal coniferous forest
(Master thesis, 2022)Kunnskap om hvordan individer beveger seg i tid og rom i ulike årstider er viktig fordi det påvirker både bestandsstrukturen og hvordan individene er fordelt i landskapet. Reproduksjon kan påvirke individers romlige og ... -
Monitoring reproduction in moose by use of unmanned aircraft system: - detectability, effectivity and behavioral responses
(Master thesis, 2022)Å forbedre metoder for blant annet tetthet- og reproduksjons studier er en del av forvaltningen og forskningens ansvar. Å utvikle og teste ny teknologi som kan forstyrre dyrene i mindre grad, men også være mer effektiv I ... -
Fantastic beavers (Castor fiber) and where to find them Using availability of suitable habitat to estimate beaver populations sizes
(Master thesis, 2022)The Eurasian beaver was significantly over harvested for its pelt and for what is called castoreum, and global population was estimated to be 1200 individuals. Today, the Eurasian beaver population is estimated to be ... -
Micronized tire rubber contamination load in the three-spined sticklebackck (Gasterosteus aculeatus) intestine in the Lake Engervann, brackish water lagoon.
(Master thesis, 2022)Abstract Microplastics particles such as micronized tire rubber are present widely in the aquatic ecosystem and possess great threat to wide range of aquatic organisms. Many aquatic creatures swallow microplastics because ... -
The effect of aqueous aluminium on mortality and respiration of the isopoda Asellus aquaticus
(Master thesis, 2022)Denne studien har sett på effekten av vanndig aluminium (Al) og surt vann på dødeligheten og respirasjonen i isopoden Asellus aquaticus. Jeg utførte et dødelighets eksperiment som varte i 22 dager, hvor A. aquaticus ble ... -
Forest stand structure, recruitment, regeneration and growth of European yew (Taxus baccata L.) under moderate and high browsing pressure from roe deer (Capreolus capreolus)
(Master thesis, 2022)Norway included English yew in the Norwegian Red List as this species is threatened and is protected by Norwegian law. Thus, the aim of my study was to reveal the underlying factors for yew regeneration and recruitment in ... -
Modelling Current and Future Distribution of Triturus cristatus and Lissotriton vulgaris using Maximum Entropy Approach in Norway
(Master thesis, 2022)Species distribution models deal with the occurrence or abundance of a species along with the environmental factors at a location to predict the present and future distribution of the species. Based on the occurrence records ... -
Cytotoxicity of European yew (Taxus baccata) trees on human lung and breast cancer cell lines and its relation to tree properties and browsing pressure by Roe deer (Capreolus capreolus)
(Master thesis, 2022)Abstract 1. The toxin compounds of yew are known to have anti-cancer properties and their production and harvest for the treatment of cancer is the emerging interest of recent studies. With the growing demand and limited ... -
Scavenger community on wolf-killed ungulates in the boreal forest in south-east Norway
(Master thesis, 2022)Åtselspising er en av flere fôringsstrategier for å utnytte matressurser, og en viktig økologisk prosess i nedbrytingen. Bruk av åter er vanlig i perioder med miljøstress, for eksempel ved mangel på byttedyrarter, og som ... -
Tree regeneration dynamics in Norwegian forests
(Master thesis, 2022)Tree regeneration is essential for res-establishing and extending our valuable early and existing woodland in the forest. Tree regeneration increases biodiversity, provide habitat, shelter and conserve genetic stock. ... -
Possible changes to isotopic niche in Lake Osensjøen in two cold water and one warm water adapted fish
(Master thesis, 2022)Since the 1970’s lake Osensjøen has been widely researched and several changes to the population dynamics have been observed. In recent years and increase in the abundance of roach (Rutilus rutilus) has been observed. Using ...