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When humans shield predators from danger.

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Title:	When humans shield predators from danger.
Authors:	Thaker, Maria¹ (AUTHOR) mthaker@iisc.ac.in, Vanak, Abi T.^2,3 (AUTHOR)
Source:	Trends in Ecology & Evolution. Sep2025, Vol. 40 Issue 9, p834-836. 3p.
Subject Terms:	WILD dogs, PREDATORY animals, PREDATION, HAZARDS, *HUMAN beings
Abstract:	In areas with high predation risk, some prey seek refuge in anthropogenic areas that their predators avoid. Abrahms et al. show that this 'human shield effect' is also utilized by predators, such as the African wild dog (Lycaon pictus) that seeks refuge from lions. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Database:	Academic Search Index

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Abstract:	In areas with high predation risk, some prey seek refuge in anthropogenic areas that their predators avoid. Abrahms et al. show that this 'human shield effect' is also utilized by predators, such as the African wild dog (Lycaon pictus) that seeks refuge from lions. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
ISSN:	01695347
DOI:	10.1016/j.tree.2025.07.011