César Capinha

Two centuries of change in the traits and origins of non-native vertebrates

This study shows that non-native vertebrates have changed in traits and origins over two centuries, with recent species coming from warmer, lower-latitude regions and having smaller ranges.

Data-driven forecasts of regional arrivals of non-native vertebrates worldwide

The paper forecasts regional arrivals of non-native vertebrates using species traits and spread history, finding high accuracy and identifying high-risk species.

Trait based assessment of the invasion potential of disease vector mosquitoes

The paper develops a framework to predict mosquito species' invasion potential using ecological and life-history traits, identifying 24 high-risk species likely to spread in the future.

Social and news media in mapping the endangered Mediterranean Monk seal: exceptional data gains but persistent bias

The paper evaluates social and news media's role in improving distribution data for the Mediterranean Monk seal, finding significant data gains but persistent biases linked to human activity.

Global invasion patterns and dynamics of disease vector mosquitoes

This study identifies global patterns of mosquito species introductions and their drivers, revealing 45 non-native species, 27 established, with increased introductions since the mid-20th century.

Impacts of human-introduced species on the geography of life on Earth

The paper assesses how non-native species alter global biogeographical patterns by analyzing 15 classical biogeographical rules.

Distribution patterns of invasive alien plant species in mainland Portugal

The paper maps the distribution of invasive alien plant species in mainland Portugal and identifies environmental and human factors driving their spread.

Bioindicator-based mapping of peatland potential in the Western Mediterranean-Atlantic Realm

The paper develops predictive models to map peatland potential in the Western Mediterranean using indicator plant species and environmental variables.

Drivers of temporal bias in biodiversity recording by citizen scientists

This study identifies factors driving biodiversity recording activity by citizen scientists, finding that weekends, mild weather, and spring months correlate with higher recording frequency.

Supporting early detection of biological invasions through short-term spatial forecasts of detectability

This paper predicts phenological stages of invasive species using environmental data and opportunistic observations to improve early detection.