Read this article \"Habitat fragmentation and the persistence oflynx populations in Washington state\" by Koehler et al 2008. Foreach answer write a paragraphs, using strong arguments provided bythe findings of these researchers.
- Where was the study conducted? At what temporal and spatialscale? What is the goal that the researchers pursued in thisstudy?
- Provide a short but complete paragraph that addresses thefollowing questions: What specific methods did the authors use tocollect data on habitat selection by lynx? What variables theymeasured? What kind of analytical tools they used?
- What are two important results on the patterns of use ofhabitat (habitat selection) by lynxes in the study area? Forexample, you may want to look at the affinities that lynxes havefor certain type of habitat, canopy cover, plant species etc.
- What is a possible explanation for each of these patterns ofhabitat use?
- Given the characteristics of the areas that may still harborpopulations of Lynx in Washington described in this study, what doyou think would be the effects of increasing habitat fragmentationon these populations? In your opinion what is the future of thelynx population in Washington State? Â
