Thesis - Rufford Small Grants
... Foraging theory, the confluence of the ecology and evolution embedded within Darwin’s theory of natural selection, strives to understand patterns and processes in individuals, populations and communities, through behavioral decisions of individual animals. I use tools and concepts of foraging theory ...
... Foraging theory, the confluence of the ecology and evolution embedded within Darwin’s theory of natural selection, strives to understand patterns and processes in individuals, populations and communities, through behavioral decisions of individual animals. I use tools and concepts of foraging theory ...
Functional traits of tree species with phylogenetic signal co
... 2006; Böhning-Gaese et al. 2003; Slingsby and Verboom 2006; Swenson et al. 2007; Violle and Jiang 2009). Thus it is critical for all downstream analyses and inferences that the traits measured in these studies and others are linked to environmental niches at the species level. Linking traits to nich ...
... 2006; Böhning-Gaese et al. 2003; Slingsby and Verboom 2006; Swenson et al. 2007; Violle and Jiang 2009). Thus it is critical for all downstream analyses and inferences that the traits measured in these studies and others are linked to environmental niches at the species level. Linking traits to nich ...
Johnson habitat quality
... vulnerable to pitfalls of small populations. However, the habitat with higher quality resources and higher rates of increase is best when wildlife managers are seeking the healthiest individuals possible, such as for trophy species or critically endangered species whose populations need to be enhanc ...
... vulnerable to pitfalls of small populations. However, the habitat with higher quality resources and higher rates of increase is best when wildlife managers are seeking the healthiest individuals possible, such as for trophy species or critically endangered species whose populations need to be enhanc ...
Partitioning the effects of eco-evolutionary feedbacks on
... stability, accounting for the relative time scales of ecological and evolutionary processes. Determining when an ecosystem of interacting species is stable is of fundamental importance in ecology, offering insight into how the ecosystem will respond to inevitable perturbations. A stable system is ab ...
... stability, accounting for the relative time scales of ecological and evolutionary processes. Determining when an ecosystem of interacting species is stable is of fundamental importance in ecology, offering insight into how the ecosystem will respond to inevitable perturbations. A stable system is ab ...
8_Biology_SBCGPU 2013-02-15F - San Benito County General
... Potential impacts related to biological resources were determined by comparing potential project scenarios to the existing environment using thresholds adopted by local agencies. These were then compiled and analyzed based on California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) assessment criteria. In this c ...
... Potential impacts related to biological resources were determined by comparing potential project scenarios to the existing environment using thresholds adopted by local agencies. These were then compiled and analyzed based on California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) assessment criteria. In this c ...
table of contents - North American Prairie Conference 2016
... tallgrass prairies consist of small isolated fragments. Illinois is called the “prairie state” apparently because it was the first state European settlers encountered that had extensive areas of tallgrass prairie. In the early 1800’s, 60% (22,000,000 acres) of the state had prairie vegetation, but t ...
... tallgrass prairies consist of small isolated fragments. Illinois is called the “prairie state” apparently because it was the first state European settlers encountered that had extensive areas of tallgrass prairie. In the early 1800’s, 60% (22,000,000 acres) of the state had prairie vegetation, but t ...
UNIT 2 Practice TEST
... a. sharing resources by hunting at different times. b. sharing resources by looking for food in different places. c. parasitism. d. mutualism. e. commensalism. Which of the following statements about primary succession is false? a. It is initiated by pioneer species. b. It often involves species cha ...
... a. sharing resources by hunting at different times. b. sharing resources by looking for food in different places. c. parasitism. d. mutualism. e. commensalism. Which of the following statements about primary succession is false? a. It is initiated by pioneer species. b. It often involves species cha ...
Assessment of environmental management effects in a shallow
... are still subject of debate (e.g. Duarte, 1995). Algal harvesting removes a source of organic carbon and nutrients from the system, reducing the likelihood of future anoxic conditions in the basin (Lenzi and Mattei, 1998; Lavery et al., 1999). In the long-term, such management activities can facilit ...
... are still subject of debate (e.g. Duarte, 1995). Algal harvesting removes a source of organic carbon and nutrients from the system, reducing the likelihood of future anoxic conditions in the basin (Lenzi and Mattei, 1998; Lavery et al., 1999). In the long-term, such management activities can facilit ...
SPECIES ACCOUNT – SNOWSHOE HARE (m
... The snowshoe hare (Lepus americanus; LEAM) is a medium-sized mammal that lives in young forests with dense cover (either shrub or regenerating conifers) 1-3 m above the ground. Hares are important prey species to many predators including the fisher, marten, lynx and Northern Goshawk, and hare habita ...
... The snowshoe hare (Lepus americanus; LEAM) is a medium-sized mammal that lives in young forests with dense cover (either shrub or regenerating conifers) 1-3 m above the ground. Hares are important prey species to many predators including the fisher, marten, lynx and Northern Goshawk, and hare habita ...
Understanding mutualism when there is adaptation to the partner
... both partners clearly derive a benefit from the partner’s presence: the ability to survive. However, is it possible that the amoeba would have been better off had the bacteria never been there? In other words, does the bacterium provide any ‘real’ benefit to the amoeba and should the interaction be ...
... both partners clearly derive a benefit from the partner’s presence: the ability to survive. However, is it possible that the amoeba would have been better off had the bacteria never been there? In other words, does the bacterium provide any ‘real’ benefit to the amoeba and should the interaction be ...
SPECIES ACCOUNT – MOOSE (m-alal)
... Nilkitkwa River study area. The intent of this report is to help provide a consistent approach when applying habitat suitability/capability ratings in the field as part of the Terrestrial Ecosystem Mapping (TEM) project. Seasonally important habitat attributes have been described and potentially hig ...
... Nilkitkwa River study area. The intent of this report is to help provide a consistent approach when applying habitat suitability/capability ratings in the field as part of the Terrestrial Ecosystem Mapping (TEM) project. Seasonally important habitat attributes have been described and potentially hig ...
Keystone Interactions: Salmon and Bear in Riparian Forests of Alaska
... of riparian ecosystems. In so doing, we composition to build on the existing body of theoretical hope related to the keystone and species concept our understanding in which enhance of the ways are shaped by interspecific communities ecological across and interactions ecosystem linkages ...
... of riparian ecosystems. In so doing, we composition to build on the existing body of theoretical hope related to the keystone and species concept our understanding in which enhance of the ways are shaped by interspecific communities ecological across and interactions ecosystem linkages ...
Introduction to Ecological Landscaping: A
... maintaining roads, plants, and other structures in desired forms and spatial patterns. Although these points may be self evident, probably few of us reflect on them critically; instead, for most people, continued urbanization and typical landscape management practices are unquestioned social norms, ...
... maintaining roads, plants, and other structures in desired forms and spatial patterns. Although these points may be self evident, probably few of us reflect on them critically; instead, for most people, continued urbanization and typical landscape management practices are unquestioned social norms, ...
11: Impacts on GBR WHA
... GBRNHP. In terms of impacts on the OUV of the GBRWHA, there are two key considerations: The potential for significant impacts on features of HHI and surrounding areas that contribute to the OUV of the GBRWHA/NHP is evaluated. This component of the assessment addresses impacts on both the GBRWHA and ...
... GBRNHP. In terms of impacts on the OUV of the GBRWHA, there are two key considerations: The potential for significant impacts on features of HHI and surrounding areas that contribute to the OUV of the GBRWHA/NHP is evaluated. This component of the assessment addresses impacts on both the GBRWHA and ...
PowerPoint - Wild Nature Institute
... giraffe is confined to just a few populations in subSaharan Africa. In fact, the 8 races are currently being investigated as distinct species. The TarangireManyara Ecosystem is in the stronghold of the most numerous race, the Masai giraffe. ...
... giraffe is confined to just a few populations in subSaharan Africa. In fact, the 8 races are currently being investigated as distinct species. The TarangireManyara Ecosystem is in the stronghold of the most numerous race, the Masai giraffe. ...
2002 Biodiversity Audit - Department of Parks and Wildlife
... framework for biodiversity conservation and protection for the 21st Century. This is part of an integrated approach that also will involve the development of a Biodiversity Conservation Strategy for Western Australia. In 2001-02, the Department of Conservation and Land Management undertook an extens ...
... framework for biodiversity conservation and protection for the 21st Century. This is part of an integrated approach that also will involve the development of a Biodiversity Conservation Strategy for Western Australia. In 2001-02, the Department of Conservation and Land Management undertook an extens ...
Spatial Demography of Giraffe in the Tarangire Tarangire--Manyara Manyara Ecosystem of Tanzania
... giraffe is confined to just a few populations in subSaharan Africa. In fact, the 8 races are currently being investigated as distinct species. The TarangireManyara Ecosystem is in the stronghold of the most numerous race, the Masai giraffe. ...
... giraffe is confined to just a few populations in subSaharan Africa. In fact, the 8 races are currently being investigated as distinct species. The TarangireManyara Ecosystem is in the stronghold of the most numerous race, the Masai giraffe. ...
background - Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
... David Clark (2000-2002) MSc, Botany, University of Toronto Danush Viswanathan (2000-2005) PhD, Botany, University of Toronto Maria Clara Castellanos (2001-2003) PhD, Zoology, University of Toronto Eric Dunbar (2001-2003) MSc, Botany, University of Toronto Michelle Greenshields (2001-2003) MSc, Fores ...
... David Clark (2000-2002) MSc, Botany, University of Toronto Danush Viswanathan (2000-2005) PhD, Botany, University of Toronto Maria Clara Castellanos (2001-2003) PhD, Zoology, University of Toronto Eric Dunbar (2001-2003) MSc, Botany, University of Toronto Michelle Greenshields (2001-2003) MSc, Fores ...
Evolution and Ecology of Species Range Limits
... Species range limits are essentially the expression of a species’ ecological niche in space. The challenge is to identify the environments within which births are greater than deaths, how those environments are distributed across the landscape, and how they are connected by dispersal. This requires ...
... Species range limits are essentially the expression of a species’ ecological niche in space. The challenge is to identify the environments within which births are greater than deaths, how those environments are distributed across the landscape, and how they are connected by dispersal. This requires ...
Ecological Risk Assessment of Non
... A number of earthworm species are difficult to identify (immature worms are nearly impossible) and the number of experts who can do so, is small (Reynolds, 1995; Cindy Hale, per. com. 2002). The difficultly in identifying earthworms have contributed to product contamination. Specific earthworm speci ...
... A number of earthworm species are difficult to identify (immature worms are nearly impossible) and the number of experts who can do so, is small (Reynolds, 1995; Cindy Hale, per. com. 2002). The difficultly in identifying earthworms have contributed to product contamination. Specific earthworm speci ...
Restoration ecology
Restoration ecology emerged as a separate field in ecology in the 1980s. It is the scientific study supporting the practice of ecological restoration, which is the practice of renewing and restoring degraded, damaged, or destroyed ecosystems and habitats in the environment by active human intervention and action. The term ""restoration ecology"" is therefore commonly used for the academic study of the process, whereas the term ""ecological restoration"" is commonly used for the actual project or process by restoration practitioners.