Post-release spatial and social behaviour of translocated male Alpine ibexes (Capra ibex ibex) in the eastern Italian Alps

摘要: In this 3 years study (2006–2009), we described the space-use and social patterns exhibited by a group of adult male Alpine ibex relocated into colony Marmolada massif (eastern Italian Alps). Our aim was to analyse post-release behaviour translocated ibexes in comparison with resident males, order test short-term success restocking, provide some insight on duration adaptation process furnish indications for future restocking programs. None males abandoned colony; however, their integration slow complex process. The released needed 1 or even 2 conclude explorative movements, settle down home ranges comparable size those fully associate them. Individual heterogeneity played an important role length These results highlight importance conducting long-term monitoring program after intervention suggest need behavioural studies improve knowledge new colony.