Caitlin P. Wells

Endemic koloa maoli (Hawaiian Duck, Anas wyvilliana) shows preferential social associations, but not based on plumage or genetic relatedness

This study examines social associations and spatial genetic structure in koloa maoli, finding no preference for mallard-like plumage or genetic relatedness in social bonds, and no spatial genetic structuring within refuges.

No limit yet to phenological plasticity of reproductive timing in a high-elevation hibernator experiencing earlier springs

The study assesses reproductive phenological plasticity in golden-mantled ground squirrels over 30 years, finding advancing weaning dates and potential mismatch with vegetative phenology.

Elephants inhabiting two forested sites in western Uganda exhibit contrasting patterns of species identity, density, and history of hybridization

The paper examines elephant populations in two Ugandan forests, finding contrasting species composition and hybridization histories between Kibale and Bwindi parks.

Abundance, density, and social structure of African forest elephants (Loxodonta cyclotis) in a human-modified landscape in southwestern Gabon

This study estimates population size and density of African forest elephants in southwestern Gabon using genetic capture-recapture and analyzes social structure through network analysis, finding lower population estimates than previously reported.