Vikash Tatayah

This study quantifies inbreeding depression in Mauritius kestrels during demographic recovery, finding reduced reproductive success and increased extinction risk.

The paper uses genomic data and simulations to show that conservation efforts saved the Mauritius kestrel from extinction but did not prevent genomic erosion and reduced reproductive success.

This study shows that air density affects flight costs in low-flying birds, with lower air density increasing wingbeat frequency and flight costs by 1-2%.