Toward a Better Integration of Ecological
... around the mean of physical parameters (e.g., precipitation variables) in ecogeoscience models is frequently addressed through the use of stochastic models and Monte Carlo simulations, which randomly assign parameter values on the basis of the distribution of physical properties observed within a sy ...
... around the mean of physical parameters (e.g., precipitation variables) in ecogeoscience models is frequently addressed through the use of stochastic models and Monte Carlo simulations, which randomly assign parameter values on the basis of the distribution of physical properties observed within a sy ...
plant species diversity in natural and managed forests of the pacific
... of old-growth ecosystems have stimulated critical review and revision of existing forest management policies. However, studies of the consequences of forest management for plant species diversity are sorely lacking. We present data from permanent-plot and chronosequence studies in managed and unmana ...
... of old-growth ecosystems have stimulated critical review and revision of existing forest management policies. However, studies of the consequences of forest management for plant species diversity are sorely lacking. We present data from permanent-plot and chronosequence studies in managed and unmana ...
accepted manuscript
... resilience and viability in the face of environmental stressors such as bleaching. Interestingly, rugosity also correlates well with fish abundance on other reefs, for example with parrotfish (Scarid) abundance on reefs of Oahu, Hawaii (Howard et al., 2009), and rugosity has been used in regional mo ...
... resilience and viability in the face of environmental stressors such as bleaching. Interestingly, rugosity also correlates well with fish abundance on other reefs, for example with parrotfish (Scarid) abundance on reefs of Oahu, Hawaii (Howard et al., 2009), and rugosity has been used in regional mo ...
Lowland Rainforest on Floodplain
... Small areas of Swamp Sclerophyll Forest on Coastal Floodplains are contained within existing conservation reserves, including Bungawalbin, Tuckean and Moonee Beach Nature Reserves, and Hat Head, Crowdy Bay, Wallingat, Myall Lakes and Garigal National Parks. These occurrences are unevenly distributed ...
... Small areas of Swamp Sclerophyll Forest on Coastal Floodplains are contained within existing conservation reserves, including Bungawalbin, Tuckean and Moonee Beach Nature Reserves, and Hat Head, Crowdy Bay, Wallingat, Myall Lakes and Garigal National Parks. These occurrences are unevenly distributed ...
Forest Bird Habitat Assessment
... Connecticut’s forests are home to some of the highest concentrations of bird species breeding in the continental United States; they are a "nursery" for approximately 70 species of neo-tropical migratory birds. Although some of these birds are still common in our area – many are experiencing long-te ...
... Connecticut’s forests are home to some of the highest concentrations of bird species breeding in the continental United States; they are a "nursery" for approximately 70 species of neo-tropical migratory birds. Although some of these birds are still common in our area – many are experiencing long-te ...
in Jaú National Park, Amazonas, Brazil
... no association (or complete exclusion) between M. niger and P. trigonatus. Similarity among surveys may be expressed by measuring the correlation between species abundances. There was a small negative correlation between C. crocodilus and P. trigonatus that was significant (-0.459, ANOVA1,27 F = 5.5 ...
... no association (or complete exclusion) between M. niger and P. trigonatus. Similarity among surveys may be expressed by measuring the correlation between species abundances. There was a small negative correlation between C. crocodilus and P. trigonatus that was significant (-0.459, ANOVA1,27 F = 5.5 ...
The Revolution of Science through Scuba
... from the calices of corals to the presence of apex predators that makes it possible to verify our perceptions. Although satellites and LIDAR from aircraft generate information on a larger scale than humans, their perceptions are not fine enough to distinguish species. While DNA analysis and electro ...
... from the calices of corals to the presence of apex predators that makes it possible to verify our perceptions. Although satellites and LIDAR from aircraft generate information on a larger scale than humans, their perceptions are not fine enough to distinguish species. While DNA analysis and electro ...
Enhancement of Recruitment to Coral Reefs Using Light
... this manner would be the result of natural settlement, thereby strengthening the relevance of results to real populations. The effect of increased settlement on post-settlement rates of mortality and movement were not examined in this study. Several studies have indicated that mortality may be high ...
... this manner would be the result of natural settlement, thereby strengthening the relevance of results to real populations. The effect of increased settlement on post-settlement rates of mortality and movement were not examined in this study. Several studies have indicated that mortality may be high ...
Final Report - The Darwin Initiative
... Philornis studies at Charles Darwin Foundation, notably investigation into captive breeding for study and development of an attractant, were undertaken in partnership with SUNY (State University of New York). Sharon Deem (St Louis Zoo, WildCare Institute) has been a station volunteer at the Charles ...
... Philornis studies at Charles Darwin Foundation, notably investigation into captive breeding for study and development of an attractant, were undertaken in partnership with SUNY (State University of New York). Sharon Deem (St Louis Zoo, WildCare Institute) has been a station volunteer at the Charles ...
Rebuilding Global Fisheries - Department of Marine and Coastal
... some ecosystems showed relative stability (e.g., the eastern Bering Sea, Fig. 4B), some experienced a collapse of biomass (e.g., eastern Canada, Fig. 4C), whereas others indicated rebuilding of some dominant target species (e.g., Northeast U.S. Shelf, Fig. 4D). These regional examples illustrate dif ...
... some ecosystems showed relative stability (e.g., the eastern Bering Sea, Fig. 4B), some experienced a collapse of biomass (e.g., eastern Canada, Fig. 4C), whereas others indicated rebuilding of some dominant target species (e.g., Northeast U.S. Shelf, Fig. 4D). These regional examples illustrate dif ...
Conservation and Subsistence in Small
... ecologically noble savage" (Redford 1991). In this spirit, Krech (1999) and Redman (1999) have recently reviewed the archaeological and historic/ ethnohistoric evidence. Here we concentrate on contemporary field studies, viewed in light of relevant theory from a number of disciplines. The remainder ...
... ecologically noble savage" (Redford 1991). In this spirit, Krech (1999) and Redman (1999) have recently reviewed the archaeological and historic/ ethnohistoric evidence. Here we concentrate on contemporary field studies, viewed in light of relevant theory from a number of disciplines. The remainder ...
South Coast Biodiversity
... human survival. As an example, just three plant species – wheat, rice and maize – provide the world’s people with half its nutrient intake. On the south coast we farm biodiversity in a number of ways to provide food, clothing, shelter and wealth. We also use the region’s remarkable biodiversity for ...
... human survival. As an example, just three plant species – wheat, rice and maize – provide the world’s people with half its nutrient intake. On the south coast we farm biodiversity in a number of ways to provide food, clothing, shelter and wealth. We also use the region’s remarkable biodiversity for ...
Grassland Birds: An Overview of Threats and Recommended Management Strategies
... Abstract—Grassland ecosystems are dependent on periodic disturbance for habitat maintenance. Historically, grazing by native herbivores and prairie fires were the agents principally responsible for maintaining grassland areas. However, elimination of native herbivores, widespread fire suppression, a ...
... Abstract—Grassland ecosystems are dependent on periodic disturbance for habitat maintenance. Historically, grazing by native herbivores and prairie fires were the agents principally responsible for maintaining grassland areas. However, elimination of native herbivores, widespread fire suppression, a ...
KELP FORESTS: past, present and future
... Form foundation for large diversity of animals and plants Both are primary producers, get their energy from the sun Kelp forests have shorter life spans, shorter heights Kelp forests are faster growing, shorter-lived: ...
... Form foundation for large diversity of animals and plants Both are primary producers, get their energy from the sun Kelp forests have shorter life spans, shorter heights Kelp forests are faster growing, shorter-lived: ...
Travel with Pen and Palate Monteverde Biological Reserve is a
... The feathers of the que al were prized by the ruling class of ancient Central American civilizations. Their plumes were harvested only from feathers that had naturally dropped onto the forest floor. Unfortunately European se lers after the 16th century conquest were not so patient, hunting the que al ...
... The feathers of the que al were prized by the ruling class of ancient Central American civilizations. Their plumes were harvested only from feathers that had naturally dropped onto the forest floor. Unfortunately European se lers after the 16th century conquest were not so patient, hunting the que al ...
Bio-Protection & Ecology Division Lake Rotokare Scenic Reserve Invertebrate Ecological Restoration Proposal
... It is very difficult to make decisions on what species should be reintroduced without knowing with certainty that they are locally extinct from Lake Rotokare. In light of recent aerial eradication programme for rodents, it may be wise to resample the invertebrate fauna ...
... It is very difficult to make decisions on what species should be reintroduced without knowing with certainty that they are locally extinct from Lake Rotokare. In light of recent aerial eradication programme for rodents, it may be wise to resample the invertebrate fauna ...
Feral cats and the fitoaty: first population assessment of the black
... recently described fitoaty across this region, including photographic captures that allow for ecological and morphological comparison of both cats across eastern rainforest habitat. The tabby feral cat described by Goodman (2012) and Brockman et al. (2008) has been found in multiple forest types thr ...
... recently described fitoaty across this region, including photographic captures that allow for ecological and morphological comparison of both cats across eastern rainforest habitat. The tabby feral cat described by Goodman (2012) and Brockman et al. (2008) has been found in multiple forest types thr ...
edge responses of tropical and temperate birds
... Vireo, [Vireo olivaceus]) because it had conflicting designations (i.e., both avoid and exploit) in different studies. We created and analyzed this data set because species designated as an avoider or exploiter by at least one study showed an avoid- or exploit-response in at least some situations. S ...
... Vireo, [Vireo olivaceus]) because it had conflicting designations (i.e., both avoid and exploit) in different studies. We created and analyzed this data set because species designated as an avoider or exploiter by at least one study showed an avoid- or exploit-response in at least some situations. S ...
1 Compassion As A Practical And Evolved Ethic For Conservation
... makers. Conservation interventions require decision-‐makers to make trade-‐offs among philosophical and ethical value sets and practical limitations. Problematically, conflict resolution between conservation and ot ...
... makers. Conservation interventions require decision-‐makers to make trade-‐offs among philosophical and ethical value sets and practical limitations. Problematically, conflict resolution between conservation and ot ...
2011-12 Annual Report - The Manitoba Habitat Heritage Corporation
... A staggering array of life forms live within, benefit from, and affect watersheds on a daily basis. A watershed is an area of land that is connected by water—the area where water falls as rain or snow and then flows through until it reaches a lake or a fork in a river. They serve as natural boundari ...
... A staggering array of life forms live within, benefit from, and affect watersheds on a daily basis. A watershed is an area of land that is connected by water—the area where water falls as rain or snow and then flows through until it reaches a lake or a fork in a river. They serve as natural boundari ...
Kota Kinabalu Wetlands Towards it`s RAMSAR Status by Guslia
... Kinabalu city, is managed by the Sabah Wetlands Conservation Society (SWCS), a not-forprofit organisation. KKW is governed by a Management Committee consisting of elected members and ex-officio from relevant government agencies and WWF-Malaysia. This unique collaborative partnership provides diverse ...
... Kinabalu city, is managed by the Sabah Wetlands Conservation Society (SWCS), a not-forprofit organisation. KKW is governed by a Management Committee consisting of elected members and ex-officio from relevant government agencies and WWF-Malaysia. This unique collaborative partnership provides diverse ...
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... participating in ten saturation dives, most recently in July 2012, and setting a record for solo diving in 1000 meters depth. Her research concerns marine ecosystems with special reference to exploration, conservation and the development of new technologies for effective operations in the deep sea. ...
... participating in ten saturation dives, most recently in July 2012, and setting a record for solo diving in 1000 meters depth. Her research concerns marine ecosystems with special reference to exploration, conservation and the development of new technologies for effective operations in the deep sea. ...
Links between Biodiversity and Ecosystem
... trade-offs of services associated with traits within a trophic level. For example, the same traits in plant communities that improve fodder production are likely to reduce soil carbon sequestration and might impede services associated with aesthetic and cultural values (De Bello et al., 2010). The a ...
... trade-offs of services associated with traits within a trophic level. For example, the same traits in plant communities that improve fodder production are likely to reduce soil carbon sequestration and might impede services associated with aesthetic and cultural values (De Bello et al., 2010). The a ...
Ungulate browsers promote herbaceous layer diversity in logged
... deer + moose plots compared with ungulate excluded areas. Browsing by deer + moose resulted in greater herbaceous species richness at the plot scale (169 m2) and greater woody species richness at the subplot scale (1 m2) than ungulate exclusion and deer alone. Browsing by deer + moose resulted in st ...
... deer + moose plots compared with ungulate excluded areas. Browsing by deer + moose resulted in greater herbaceous species richness at the plot scale (169 m2) and greater woody species richness at the subplot scale (1 m2) than ungulate exclusion and deer alone. Browsing by deer + moose resulted in st ...
Operation Wallacea
Operation Wallacea (known as Opwall) is an organisation funded by tuition fees that runs a series of biological and conservation management research programmes operating in remote locations across the world. These expeditions are designed with specific wildlife conservation aims in mind - from identifying areas needing protection, through to implementing and assessing conservation management programmes. What is different about Operation Wallacea is that large teams of university academics, who are specialists in various aspects of biodiversity or social and economic studies, are concentrated at the target study sites giving volunteers the opportunity to work on a range of projects. The surveys result in a large number of publications in peer-reviewed journals each year, have resulted in 30 vertebrate species new to science being discovered, 4 'extinct' species being re-discovered and $2 million levered from funding agencies to set up best practice management examples at the study sites.These large survey teams of academics and volunteers that are funded independently of normal academic sources have enabled large temporal and spatial biodiversity and socio-economic data sets to be produced and provide information to help with organising effective conservation management programmes. Depending on the country, Opwall normally operates both marine and terrestrially based research expeditions, with a variety of research themes, whether they be biological, geological, geographic or social science projects.In 2012/13, the expeditions are operating in 11 countries: Indonesia, Honduras, Cuba, South Africa, Peru, Madagascar, Guyana, Mexico and Romania. In each country, a long-term agreement is signed with a partner organisation (e.g. ICF in Honduras, Fund Amazonia in Peru, Wildlife Ecological Investments in South Africa, Fundatia ADEPT in Romania) and, over the course of this agreement, it is hoped to achieve a survey and management development programme at each of the sites. Occasionally, a competent local partner organisation is not available. In these cases, Operation Wallacea mentors the formation of a new NGO comprising local staff who have provided successful input to the expedition surveys (e.g. Lawane Ecotone for the Indonesian forest, Lembaga Alam for the Indonesian marine sites and Expediciones y Servicios Ambientales de Cusuco for the Honduran cloud forests).