Biological conservation at risk in Slovakia: Brown bears under attack of autocratic pressures

2026/05/06 by Michal Haring, Dušan Janák, Martin Kovanič +1 · 1 voice
Environmental Science · #Environmental and Biological Research in Conflict Zones #Wildlife Ecology and Conservation #Wildlife-Road Interactions and Conservation

paper · doi:10.1111/csp2.70304

openalex publication_date 2026/05/06 · openalex created_date 2026/05/07 · openalex updated_date 2026/07/23

Abstract

Recent governance changes in Slovakia have allowed extensive brown bear removals while reducing expert involvement. These developments raise concerns about long-term management and consistency with EU conservation standards. The case underscores how political context affects conservation outcomes.

Citations

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