GIS-based range and long-term monitoring of Amur goral in the russian far east

Long-term monitoring of the Amur goral (Nemorhaedus caudatus) in the Russian Far East reveals significant range expansion and population dynamics over six decades. Using GIS-based analysis, researchers tracked 1,808 observations in Sikhote-Alin State Nature Reserve (1954–2008) and 1,152 in Lazovsky State Nature Reserve (1947–2008), grouped by decade to map distribution shifts. Findings indicate two distinct population groupings emerged north and south of a natural boundary, with notable movement into the Zheleznyakovsky Refuge post-1976, suggesting adaptive behavior. Single male movements were also documented, though females did not join these groups. The study highlights the role of protected areas in facilitating range expansion and underscores the importance of long-term monitoring for conservation insights.

Voloshina, I. V. (2010). GIS-based range and long-term monitoring of Amur goral in the russian far east. Galemys, Spanish Journal of Mammalogy, 22(NE), 359–374. https://doi.org/10.7325/galemys.2010.ne.a22