The status of the Golden Jackal (Canis aureus L.) in Greece

摘要: Broadcasted jackal howls were used to survey the status of golden in Greece. All sites with recent indication presence surveyed at selected calling stations, and minimum population estimates recorded. The results show that both populations distribution area Greece have been declining steadily during last three decades. has disappeared from Central Western is currently confined discontinuous, isolated clusters Peloponnese, Fokida, Samos isl., Halkidiki North-eastern reduction was more distinct Southern Greece, which be jackal's main 20 years ago. current size estimated 152-162 different territorial groups. largest cluster found Nestos - Vistonida area, NE In Mediterranean maquis zone altitudes below 600m asl. Some individuals observed up 1000m asl, but considered exceptional. Northern species areas 250m while highest densities thickets around wetlands 10m