Paolo Ciucci

Misleading Success: Genomes Reveal Critical Risks to European Gray Wolves

The paper uses genomic data to show that European gray wolves face significant conservation risks despite population growth.

The population structure and genetic health of European wolves

The paper analyzes 1,001 wolf genomes to reveal distinct evolutionary lineages and genetic health issues across Europe, highlighting the need for region-specific conservation strategies.

Coexisting with humans: genomic and behavioural consequences in a small and isolated bear population

The paper examines genomic diversity and adaptation in Apennine brown bears, finding unique genetic signatures linked to reduced aggressiveness, possibly due to human-induced selection.

Human footprint and forest disturbance reduce space use of brown bears across Europe.

This study examines how human impact and forest disturbances affect brown bear space use across Europe using GPS tracking data.

Genomes of the extinct Sicilian wolf reveal a complex history of isolation and admixture with ancient dogs

The paper analyzes the genomes of Sicilian wolves to reveal their complex history of isolation and admixture with ancient dogs, showing admixture with European dog breeds and signs of inbreeding.