El lobo ibérico en el antiguo Parque Nacional de la Montaña de Covadonga: situación, daños y problemática social

摘要: The Iberian Wolf in Covadonga National Park: status, livestock damages and social conflicts Information about wolf (Canis lupus signatus), included a wide study of canids the A.P.N.M.C, is presented this paper. Three researchers prospected area for one year, with two field campaigns 12-14 days per season. Several sampling methods (long short transects, itineraries on snow, howling scent stations, observation points night using spotlights) were used to collect data presence abundance wolves A.P.N.M.C. We quantified terms relative abundance, taking into account location signs (scats scratches). Significant differences I.K.A value appeared between South sector (denning zone) North sector. confirmed reproduction pack, Seasonal estimates minimum size pack varied 3-4 8 wolves, depending time year. Social created protected originated, basically, from wolf-attributed damage. have analyzed damage expedients, since 1986 until 1996. highest number affected was 1993, 456 animals only sector; while 1996 there just 76 41 suggest several options management minimize attacks also proposal action plan P.N.P.E.