Objective This project investigates spatial organisation and genetic structure of Corsican mouflon in southern France at local and metapopulation levels. The influence of environmental characteristics on gene flow at both levels will be quantified. Habitat structure and physical environment of a local population (Carou will be mapped from satellite imagery. In a GIS incorporating existing ciata on mouflon ranging behaviour (radio telemetry), the physical/vegetation characteristics determining spatial organisation will be identified. At regional levels this information will allow comparison of current mouflon range with areas of potential colonisation. Genetic sub-structuring within a local population and differentiation between populations across southern France will be assessed using DNA microsatellite techniques, relating this to habitat factors (eg. connectivity, corridor availability). A predictive model will be developed concerning the effects of changes land use on ranging, population trend and genetic fragmentation of this rare species, seeking recommendations regarding 'landscape level' conservation management. Fields of science natural sciencesearth and related environmental sciencesphysical geographycartographygeographic information systemsnatural sciencesbiological sciencesgeneticsDNAengineering and technologymechanical engineeringvehicle engineeringaerospace engineeringsatellite technologyengineering and technologyenvironmental engineeringremote sensing Programme(s) FP4-TMR - Specific research and technological development programme in the field of the training and mobility of researchers, 1994-1998 Topic(s) 0302 - Post-doctoral research training grants TL15 - Population Sciences (inc.Ecology, Evolutionary Sc., Biodiversity & Conserva.) Call for proposal Data not available Funding Scheme RGI - Research grants (individual fellowships) Coordinator Institut National de la Recherche Agronomique (INRA) Address Chemin de borde-rouge auzeville 31326 Castanet-tolosan France See on map EU contribution € 0,00 Participants (1) Sort alphabetically Sort by EU Contribution Expand all Collapse all Not available United Kingdom EU contribution € 0,00 Address See on map