AQEG research group

We are interested in both the processes that lead to ecological patterns and the processes that lead to observations. Much of our work focuses on extracting information form non-invasive field methods, such as eDNA and camera trapping. For example, our group has developed methods (nimbleSCR) that are now used to map the density of wolves, bears, and wolverines across Scandinavia. These maps, as well as abundance and vital rate estimates, are provided annually to wildlife management agencies in Norway and Sweden. We are also using camera trap data to explain vulnerability and describe activity patterns in terrestrial mammal communities inhabiting tropical forests. Finally, we develop better methods to quantify individuals' space using GPS-collars. 

 

Key projects: 

 

 Results: Key publications and reports can be found here. 

 

Group members: 

Group leader

Related content
From the brink of extinction: The wolverine’s comeback in Scandinavia

From the brink of extinction: The wolverine’s comeback in Scandinavia

Fifty years after their near-extinction, and despite a successful return, the wolverine population is still heavily influenced by the past.

Updated population estimates for wolf and other carnivores in Norway and Sweden

Updated population estimates for wolf and other carnivores in Norway and Sweden

Using DNA data and the world’s largest carnivore monitoring database, NMBU’s map species distribution and estimate population numbers.

The secret lives of tropical mammals revealed by millions of wildlife photos

The secret lives of tropical mammals revealed by millions of wildlife photos

A vast network of wildlife cameras and 2.3 million photos reveal when tropical mammals are active and why.

Scientists map and forecast apex predator populations at unprecedented scale

Scientists map and forecast apex predator populations at unprecedented scale

Findings will help wildlife managers track and predict the dynamics of large carnivore populations.

Caught in the mesh: Scandinavian bears in the road network

Caught in the mesh: Scandinavian bears in the road network

Recent research shows that roads pose resistance to movements in Swedish bear populations.

Bear hunting with caution

Bear hunting with caution

With man’s hunting activities, he is now becoming a dominant force in the Scandinavian bear's life, and the consequences are surprisingly complex.

Breaking the barrier between ecology and large scale population estimates

Breaking the barrier between ecology and large scale population estimates

A new NMBU project will create advanced population estimates for wolverines, wolves, and brown bears in Norway and Sweden. The project pioneers the combination of ecological knowledge, big data and statistical calculations.

Elusive species: how to find animals that are rarely seen?

Elusive species: how to find animals that are rarely seen?

Knowledge is vital in order to preserve rare and endangered species. But how do you count that which is rarely seen? Researchers at NMBU have created a new method that gives better estimates of wildlife populations.

Making better use of non-invasive data in carnivore monitoring

Making better use of non-invasive data in carnivore monitoring

In her PhD, Mahdieh Tourani has optimized statistical methods for use of non-invasive approaches to wildlife monitoring, such as camera trapping and genetic sampling. She has used hierarchical analytical models to overcome challenges related to carnivore monitoring, including data sparsity and imperfect observations.

Watch your chickens!

Watch your chickens!

A research project is looking at local foxes and their movements in the landscape. 

Published 13. March 2017 - 12:08 - Updated 5. May 2023 - 10:38
rb
Richard Bischof
Professor
richard.bischof@nmbu.no

Richard Bischof is group leader and can be contacted if you have any questions.