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BeWild Lab

The BeWild is a research laboratory dedicated to advancing the fields of Behavioural Ecology and Wildlife Conservation. Our team conducts pioneering scientific research on various aspects of mammal ecology and behaviour, sexual behaviour, wildlife monitoring and conservation, human-wildlife interactions, biodiversity assessment, and ecosystem services.

We focus on multiple species across various taxa, ensuring a comprehensive approach to wildlife research. Our work extends across multiple study areas, including Biosphere Reserves, Natura 2000 sites, and other protected areas in Portugal and worldwide. Group members are actively involved in diverse research projects within these areas, contributing to the understanding and conservation of wildlife and natural habitats on a global scale.

Research areas

  • Mammal ecology and behaviour
  • Wildlife conservation
  • Human-wildlife interactions
  • Climate change and wildlife adaptation
  • Biodiversity assessment
  • Ecosystem services
  • Biosphere reserves

Team

Joana Alves
Coordination
António Silva
Fernanda Garcia
DR
Daniel Ricardo
Sara Santos
MF
Marcus Frazão
MA
Mónica Roldão Almeida
RM
Renata Mendonça
LC
Luís Coimbra
MC
Maria Castro
AM
Ana Marques
JV
João Rodrigo Velar
MP
Michaela Petropoulou
TC
Tomás Correia