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- Acorigone zebraneusPublication . Borges, Paulo A. V.; Cardoso, PedroJUSTIFICATION: Acorigone zebraneus is a single-island endemic money spider species restricted to São Jorge island in Azores, Portugal (Borges et al. 2010). It is a rare species, with a restricted Extent of Occurrence (EOO) (4- 20 km²) and Area of Occupancy (AOO) (4-20 km²), but these values are suspected to be at the upper end of these estimates. There is a continuing decline in the EOO, AOO, extent and quality of habitat as well as the number of mature individuals as a result of the invasions of non-native plants and trampling of soil by dairy cows. The species occurs in a single patch of native forest at Topo Nature Reserve. In the past, the species has probably strongly declined due to changes in habitat size. The only patch of native vegetation where it occurs in under severe threat due to invasive plants and dairy-cattle disturbance. Therefore, we suggest as future measures of conservation: (1) a long-term monitoring plan of the species; (2) control of invasive species, and (3) restrict the access of cattle. The species is assessed as Critically Endangered (CR).
- Aprostocetus azoricusPublication . Nunes, Rui; Borges, Paulo A. V.JUSTIFICATION: Aprostocetus azoricus is an endemic eulophid wasp species of the Azores (Portugal), having been present at least historically on Flores island. From the historical data, this species had a very small Extent of Occurrence (8 km²) and Area of Occupancy (8 km²). It is possible that this species has declined in the past as a result of human activity, but the present situation of this species needs to be further assessed and further research is needed into its population, distribution, threats, ecology, life history and indigenous host species. Conservation/restoration of native habitats, as well as invasive plant species control, could potentially aid this species' conservation. Based upon the lack of recent data regarding this species population, distribution, threats, ecology and hosts, this species is assessed as Data Deficient (DD).
- A arte como imitação da natureza, em Aristóteles, Kant e Ricoeur: sumário pormenorizado da liçãoPublication . Castro, Maria GabrielaLIÇÃO: O sumário pormenorizado da lição subordinada ao tema "A arte como imitação da natureza, em Aristóteles, Kant e Ricoeur" integra a documentação necessária à candidatura a provas de agregação, de acordo com o estabelecido no Decreto-Lei nº 239/2007, artigo 8º, ponto 2, alínea c). O tema desta lição faz parte do programa de Estética e Teorias da Arte, referente à 27ª Aula do Relatório da unidade curricular, integrante da documentação necessária às supra citadas provas, Decreto-Lei nº 239/2007, artigo 8º, ponto 2, alínea b).
- Atrometoides nigerrimusPublication . Nunes, Rui; Borges, Paulo A. V.JUSTIFICATION: Atrometoides nigerrimus is an endemic ichneumonid wasp species of the Azores (Portugal), being present historically (at least) on S. Miguel island. From the historical data, this species may have had a very small Extent of Occurrence (8 km²) and Area of Occupancy (8 km²), and it is possible that this species has declined in the past as a result of human activity. However, the present situation of this species needs to be further assessed, and further research is needed into its population, distribution, threats, ecology, life history and indigenous host species. Conservation/restoration of native habitats, as well as invasive plant species control, could potentially aid this species' conservation. Based upon the lack of recent data regarding this species population, distribution, threats, ecology and hosts, this species is assessed as Data Deficient (DD).
- Avaliação 2011-13- CQ – Ana Maria Loureiro da Seca – comprovativosPublication . Seca, Ana M. L.
- Avaliação 2014-16- CQ : Ana Maria Loureiro da Seca : comprovativosPublication . Seca, Ana M. L.Neste registo estão os comprovativos referentes à avaliação de docentes 2014-2016 que não cabem em nenhuma das outras coleções mas que são indispensáveis no processo de avaliação e são apenas acessíveis à Comissão de Avaliação da Unidade Orgânica DCFQE.
- Avaliação 2017-19- CQ – Ana Maria Loureiro da Seca – comprovativosPublication . Seca, Ana M. L.
- Bradysia truncorumPublication . Nunes, Rui; Borges, Paulo A. V.JUSTIFICATION: Bradysia truncorum is an endemic species of the Azores (Portugal), being present, at least historically, at a site on Flores island. From the historical data, this species may have a very small Extent of Occurrence (8 km²) and Area of Occupancy (8 km²), and it is possible that this species has declined in the past as a result of human activity. However, the present situation of this species needs to be further assessed, and further research is needed into its population, distribution, threats, ecology and life history. Conservation of native wet and boggy grasslands and semi-natural pastures could potentially aid this species' conservation. Based upon the lack of data regarding this species population, distribution, threats and ecology, this species is assessed as Data Deficient (DD).
- Bridging biodiversity and gardening: Unravelling the interplay of socio-demographic factors, 3 garden practices, and garden characteristics.Publication . Varga-Szilay, Zsófia; Fetykó, Kinga Gabriella; Szövényi, Gergely; Pozsgai, GaborABSTRACT: The expansion of urban areas threatens biodiversity, disrupts essential ecological relationships and jeopardises fragile ecological networks, thereby impedes key ecosystem services. To avert irreversible consequences, there is a focus on improving the biodiversity value of domestic gardens for both human well-being and conservation and a global imperative for well-planned and sustainable urban environments. Here, we employ machine learning and network analysis and examine gardening practices and garden owners’ environmental consciousness in Hungary through a questionnaire-based study to untangle the interplay among socio-demographic factors, garden management, and garden characteristics. We found that the activities determined as biodiversity-positive were widespread among respondents, but a lack of undisturbed areas (n = 624, 49.52%), mowing several times a month (n = 404, 32.06%) and ubiquitous pesticide use (n = 783, 62.14%) were also present. Middle-aged respondents demonstrated more biodiversity-supporting activities than those over 55, who had long-term gardening experience and were predominantly conventional gardeners. Residents of towns showed the least biodiversity-positive activities, whereas those living in cities and the countryside fared better. Additionally, multiple interconnected garden characteristics revealed various types of gardens distinguished by care practices and use, such as gardens for food self-provisioning, ornamental gardens, or those prioritizing biodiversity support. Our results show that garden owners use pesticides, and within them herbicides, independently of socio-demographic parameters, gardening practices, or garden characteristics, suggesting a widespread pesticide use in Hungary. Our findings suggest that strategies, to promote biodiversity-friendly gardening practices may not be equally suitable for all European countries with different cultural backgrounds, environmental consciousness and pesticide use. In particular, factors like differences between societal groups underscore the preference for in-person programs over online information transfer in several cases, for instance, among the elderly and those living in the countryside. This study offers fresh perspectives on the intricate connections between garden diversity, characteristics, and practices, and it lays the groundwork for future research into the sociological drivers of gardening practices in Eastern Europe. Our work also emphasises that optimizing gardens for multiple ecosystem services, including biodiversity conservation and enhancing well-being across diverse societal groups, requires a nuanced understanding of both ecological and socio-demographic factors.
- Canariphantes junipericolaPublication . Borges, Paulo A. V.; Cardoso, PedroJUSTIFICATION: Canariphantes junipericola is a single-island endemic species restricted to Flores (Azores, Portugal) (Crespo et al. 2014). It has a very small Extent of Occurrence (EOO = 4-12 km²) and Area of Occupancy (AOO = 4-12 km²), but the value is assumed to be at the upper end of this estimate. The species is rare and only known from a single subpopulation in the Natural Forest Reserve of Caldeiras Funda e Rasa. The surrounding area is highly invaded by alien plants. In the past, the species has probably strongly declined due to changes in habitat size and quality. Currently, invasive plants are changing some of the areas and decreasing the quality of the habitat. Based on Ferreira et al. (2016) the habitat will further decline as a consequence of climate change. Therefore, we suggest as future measures of conservation: (1) regular monitoring of the species; and (2) control of invasive plant species. Based upon the small geographic range of the species and continuing decline of its habitat area and quality, it is assessed as Critically Endangered.