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Habitat selection as a reduction in habitat variance 生境选择作为生境变异的减少
IF 1.3 4区 环境科学与生态学
Acta Oecologica-International Journal of Ecology Pub Date : 2025-07-05 DOI: 10.1016/j.actao.2025.104103
Jenna Knight , James A. Schaefer , Brent R. Patterson , Stephen Sucharzewski , Joseph M. Northrup
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Soil macronutrient dynamics across diverse Ethiopian vegetation types: A synthesis for sustainable forest ecosystem management 埃塞俄比亚不同植被类型的土壤宏量养分动态:可持续森林生态系统管理的综合
IF 1.3 4区 环境科学与生态学
Acta Oecologica-International Journal of Ecology Pub Date : 2025-06-30 DOI: 10.1016/j.actao.2025.104104
Ambachew Getnet , Liangliang Duan , Worku Belayhun , Yushan Cai , Melkamu Kassaye
{"title":"Soil macronutrient dynamics across diverse Ethiopian vegetation types: A synthesis for sustainable forest ecosystem management","authors":"Ambachew Getnet ,&nbsp;Liangliang Duan ,&nbsp;Worku Belayhun ,&nbsp;Yushan Cai ,&nbsp;Melkamu Kassaye","doi":"10.1016/j.actao.2025.104104","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.actao.2025.104104","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>There are a lot of investigations on soil nutrient dynamics across different vegetation ecosystems of Ethiopia as a baseline scientific investigation to alleviate deforestation, degradation of forest, and soil degradation, and climate change. However, the previous studies provided fragmented conclusions that made it difficult for policymakers to develop evidence-based management for sustainable forest ecosystems. There is limited comprehensive scientific evidence in this regard, requiring an analysis of existing studies on selected macronutrient dynamics across major vegetation types in Ethiopia, having the ecological implications of soil nutrient changes on forest health, plant diversity, and productivity. This review follows the PRISMA principles and includes 154 articles published in reputable journals. The result revealed that the highest nitrogen (0.6 %), SOC (7.75 %), OM (8.5 %), and SOC stocks (158.5 tons/ha) were recorded at Moist Evergreen Afromontane Forests (MAF), while the highest phosphorus (10.15 Mg/kg) was recorded at Dry evergreen Afromontane forest. The included studies also highlighted that MAF and afro-alpine forest ecosystems have a highly positive impact on the health, diversity, and productivity of the forests through soil macronutrients. The soil macronutrients significantly enhance ecosystem resilience and vary across vegetation types due to differences in climate, vegetation structure, and management. Understanding how vegetation structure shapes macronutrient dynamics provides essential insights for sustainable forest management and biodiversity conservation in Ethiopia and other regions with similar land-use pressures<em>.</em> Therefore, this review contributes to evidence-based policy formulation and successful sustainable forest soil management with an ecosystem approach to achieve SDGs at a national, regional, and global level.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":55564,"journal":{"name":"Acta Oecologica-International Journal of Ecology","volume":"128 ","pages":"Article 104104"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-06-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144517003","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"环境科学与生态学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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The estimation of light transmittance through grassland canopy: Searching for a suitable indirect indicator 草地冠层透光率估算:寻找合适的间接指标
IF 1.3 4区 环境科学与生态学
Acta Oecologica-International Journal of Ecology Pub Date : 2025-06-20 DOI: 10.1016/j.actao.2025.104102
Marek Czerwiński , Barbara Golińska , Artur Paszkowski , Konrad Wróblewski , Katarzyna Dąbrowska-Zielińska , Piotr Goliński
{"title":"The estimation of light transmittance through grassland canopy: Searching for a suitable indirect indicator","authors":"Marek Czerwiński ,&nbsp;Barbara Golińska ,&nbsp;Artur Paszkowski ,&nbsp;Konrad Wróblewski ,&nbsp;Katarzyna Dąbrowska-Zielińska ,&nbsp;Piotr Goliński","doi":"10.1016/j.actao.2025.104102","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.actao.2025.104102","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>In grasslands, the transmittance of photosynthetically active radiation through the canopy (RLI<sub>g</sub>) is a key factor in terms of ecosystem productivity and biodiversity. However, direct RLI<sub>g</sub> measurement is time-consuming, and the estimation is difficult because the relationship between RLI<sub>g</sub> and other canopy characteristics has not been sufficiently explored. We aimed to determine the relationships between RLI<sub>g</sub> for vegetation with a different cover of forbs, and easily measurable, potential proxy indicators: average canopy height (h), fresh aboveground biomass (FM), and several indices obtained from Sentinel-2 satellites: leaf area index (LAI), normalized difference vegetation index (NDVI), enhanced vegetation index (EVI) and structure insensitive pigment index (SIPI). Empirical data was collected from 2020 to 2023 in 22 mesic grasslands located in Poland. A clear pattern of relationship with RLI<sub>g</sub> was observed for h, FM, and LAI: the increase in these parameters coincided with the decrease in RLI<sub>g</sub>. This decrease was strong when h, FM and LAI were still low and became moderate when h, FM, and LAI increased to a certain threshold. This shift in the RLI<sub>g</sub> trend line was more abrupt and occurred earlier in canopies with high herb cover. This relationship can be accurately modeled using a broken line regression. Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) is almost unavailable near the ground in swards taller than 15 cm, with LAI greater than 4.5 and aboveground biomass greater than 1.0 kg m<sup>−2</sup>. Due to the complexity of the models obtained, practical estimation of RLI<sub>g</sub> based on h, FM, or LAI may be difficult.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":55564,"journal":{"name":"Acta Oecologica-International Journal of Ecology","volume":"128 ","pages":"Article 104102"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-06-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144321450","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"环境科学与生态学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Spatial variability in early reproductive characteristics of Ulex europaeus L. (Fabaceae) invading in the high-mountain of central Colombia 入侵哥伦比亚中部高山地区的豆科叶菖蒲早期生殖特征的空间变异
IF 1.3 4区 环境科学与生态学
Acta Oecologica-International Journal of Ecology Pub Date : 2025-06-17 DOI: 10.1016/j.actao.2025.104098
María Camila Ángel-Vallejo , Eliana Jimena García-Marín , Carolina Feuillet-Hurtado , Ghennie Tatiana Rodríguez-Rey , Luis Miguel Álvarez-Mejía , Natalia Aguirre-Acosta
{"title":"Spatial variability in early reproductive characteristics of Ulex europaeus L. (Fabaceae) invading in the high-mountain of central Colombia","authors":"María Camila Ángel-Vallejo ,&nbsp;Eliana Jimena García-Marín ,&nbsp;Carolina Feuillet-Hurtado ,&nbsp;Ghennie Tatiana Rodríguez-Rey ,&nbsp;Luis Miguel Álvarez-Mejía ,&nbsp;Natalia Aguirre-Acosta","doi":"10.1016/j.actao.2025.104098","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.actao.2025.104098","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>The early reproductive traits of invasive plants enhance their colonization to spread in new environments. However, altitude can act as an environmental filter against the invasion process. In this study, we evaluated the reproductive dynamics of the shrub <em>Ulex europaeus</em> along time since introduction and spatial variability in the high-mountain ecosystems of the Central Andes of Colombia. Four sites were selected, ranging from 2710 to 3636 m above sea level (a.s.l), with introduction periods varying between 18 and 40 years. At each site, we quantified the proportion of reproductive individuals, fruit set, seed set, seed rain, germination and number of seedlings. Significant differences were found in the proportion of reproductive individuals, seed rain, and number of seedlings. Specifically, time since introduction showed that sites with a longer introduction time have a lower proportion of reproductive individuals. Lower altitudes exhibited more favorable climatic conditions for reproduction, however, altitude did not act as an environmental filter for seed germination. In conclusion, <em>U. europaeus</em> demonstrates a strong spatial variability that facilitates its persistence and colonization across the altitudinal gradient in high-mountain ecosystems.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":55564,"journal":{"name":"Acta Oecologica-International Journal of Ecology","volume":"128 ","pages":"Article 104098"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-06-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144296945","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"环境科学与生态学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Daily changes in the tropical soundscape: the acoustic partition between birds and insects in a forest in southern Vietnam 热带声景观的日常变化:越南南部森林中鸟类和昆虫之间的声隔断
IF 1.3 4区 环境科学与生态学
Acta Oecologica-International Journal of Ecology Pub Date : 2025-06-12 DOI: 10.1016/j.actao.2025.104101
Svetlana Gogoleva , Igor Palko , Vadim Khaitov , Vũ Mạnh , Alexey Opaev
{"title":"Daily changes in the tropical soundscape: the acoustic partition between birds and insects in a forest in southern Vietnam","authors":"Svetlana Gogoleva ,&nbsp;Igor Palko ,&nbsp;Vadim Khaitov ,&nbsp;Vũ Mạnh ,&nbsp;Alexey Opaev","doi":"10.1016/j.actao.2025.104101","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.actao.2025.104101","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Animals communicating through acoustic signaling may compete for “acoustic space”. In tropical rainforests, birds and insects are the most acoustically active animals during the daytime, and insects are considered a major source of noise for singing birds. However, the extent to which birds and insects partition acoustic space in tropical forests is poorly known. We analyzed bird and insect acoustic activity at different time scales using passive acoustic monitoring data collected over a year in southern Vietnam. Recordings were made for 5 min every 25 min over 24-h periods, which allowed us to investigate temporal dynamics at daily and seasonal scales. We first calculated acoustic indices for all 5-min recordings across the full dataset. To assess finer-scale interactions, we also sampled 100 recordings representing various times of day and seasons. Then, we assessed the elements of the soundscape (biophony, geophony, and anthropophony) in each recording. Insects and birds were the main elements of the daytime biophony, with insect sounds being most prominent. Insects were active both day and night, but their activity decreased at dawn, when bird activity peaked. We found no negative relationship between insect and bird sound occurrences in the selected recordings, suggesting that birds do not avoid periods of insect activity. Instead, the observed patterns likely reflect distinct circadian rhythms. Furthermore, insects calling at the same frequencies as birds usually do not produce sounds actively at dawn, when birds are the most active. This may contribute to increased acoustic partitioning between birds and insects.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":55564,"journal":{"name":"Acta Oecologica-International Journal of Ecology","volume":"128 ","pages":"Article 104101"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-06-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144271554","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"环境科学与生态学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Drivers of aboveground carbon in protected areas in Burkina Faso 布基纳法索保护区地上碳的驱动因素
IF 1.3 4区 环境科学与生态学
Acta Oecologica-International Journal of Ecology Pub Date : 2025-06-09 DOI: 10.1016/j.actao.2025.104100
Kangbéni Dimobe , Korotimi Ouédraogo , Shem Kuyah , Adjima Thiombiano
{"title":"Drivers of aboveground carbon in protected areas in Burkina Faso","authors":"Kangbéni Dimobe ,&nbsp;Korotimi Ouédraogo ,&nbsp;Shem Kuyah ,&nbsp;Adjima Thiombiano","doi":"10.1016/j.actao.2025.104100","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.actao.2025.104100","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Grasslands, savannas, and forests within protected areas play a vital role in mitigating climate change and conserving biodiversity. While these landscapes are widely recognized for their ecological value, the contribution of biodiversity to enhancing aboveground carbon (AGC) storage is less understood. We investigated how environmental factors (climate, topography and soil conditions) affect biodiversity and AGC stock, and how functional trait diversity and species composition mediate the response of AGC to evolutionary drivers within the study area. The study was conducted in 133 plots in two protected areas (Bontioli Total Wildlife reserve and Nazinga Game Ranch) in Burkina Faso. We measured local environmental conditions, species composition and tree structural data (diameter at breast height, maximum height) for each plot. We used combined field observations with wood density values from literature to quantify phylogenetic diversity, functional trait diversity and dominance. We then estimated AGC using established allometric equations. We used structural equation models to assess the direct and indirect impacts of environmental factors on AGC stock, mediated by biodiversity metrics. Aboveground carbon stocks ranged from 5 to 165 Mg/ha, with notable association between phylogenetic diversity and functional trait metrics. These findings underscore the influence of both complementary interactions and trait-based selection. A strong positive relationship between phylogenetic diversity and functional richness across all vegetation types suggest that evolutionary divergence contribute to ecological function. However, the strength and direction of the relationship between phylogenetic diversity and community-weighted mean of maximum height differed among the vegetation types, suggesting that evolutionary influences on trait values are modulated by the unique environmental conditions of each ecosystem. This study highlights the intricate links between biodiversity, functional traits, and carbon storage, offering insights for managing and conserving forest ecosystems in support of SDGs 13 (Climate Action), 15 (Life on Land), and 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production).</div></div>","PeriodicalId":55564,"journal":{"name":"Acta Oecologica-International Journal of Ecology","volume":"128 ","pages":"Article 104100"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-06-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144240243","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"环境科学与生态学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Invertebrate herbivore damage of lowland plant species decreases after an experimental shift to higher altitudes 低海拔植物的无脊椎草食损害在实验转移到高海拔后减少
IF 1.3 4区 环境科学与生态学
Acta Oecologica-International Journal of Ecology Pub Date : 2025-06-07 DOI: 10.1016/j.actao.2025.104099
Karolína Jackwerth , Dagmar Hucková , Ondřej Mudrák , Jan Klečka
{"title":"Invertebrate herbivore damage of lowland plant species decreases after an experimental shift to higher altitudes","authors":"Karolína Jackwerth ,&nbsp;Dagmar Hucková ,&nbsp;Ondřej Mudrák ,&nbsp;Jan Klečka","doi":"10.1016/j.actao.2025.104099","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.actao.2025.104099","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Many plant and animal species move to higher altitudes in response to climate warming, leading to new species co-occurrences and novel plant-animal interactions. These shifts can impact species diversity and community composition in mountain habitats. According to the enemy release hypothesis, plant expansion into new areas may be facilitated by reduced damage from natural enemies, like herbivores. While this mechanism is known to facilitate the spread of invasive species, it is unclear whether the uphill movement of native plants, in response to rising temperatures, is also aided by reduced herbivory at sites above their current altitudinal range. In our study, we experimentally tested this hypothesis. We compared herbivore damage of six species of lowland plants grown in pots exposed to herbivores at their native sites in the lowland and at sites above their current upper altitudinal limit. As a control, we also measured herbivore damage of six plants growing naturally across the entire range of altitude. We found that lowland plants had reduced herbivore damage when they were moved to highland sites, while herbivore damage of species naturally growing at both altitudes did not differ. Changes of herbivore damage were modulated by leaf dry matter content, specific leaf area and to a lesser degree also by plant height. Our results support the enemy release hypothesis in the context of altitudinal range shifts. We conclude that reduced herbivore damage may help plants spread above their current upper altitudinal limit in response to rising temperatures.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":55564,"journal":{"name":"Acta Oecologica-International Journal of Ecology","volume":"128 ","pages":"Article 104099"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-06-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144231212","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"环境科学与生态学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Natural factors or human disturbance: What shapes the occurrence of black grouse Lyrurus tetrix on the edge of its continuous range? 自然因素还是人为干扰:是什么影响了黑松鸡在其连续活动范围边缘的出现?
IF 1.3 4区 环境科学与生态学
Acta Oecologica-International Journal of Ecology Pub Date : 2025-06-04 DOI: 10.1016/j.actao.2025.104095
Michał Adamowicz , Tomasz Gortat , Patryk Czortek , Michał Chiliński
{"title":"Natural factors or human disturbance: What shapes the occurrence of black grouse Lyrurus tetrix on the edge of its continuous range?","authors":"Michał Adamowicz ,&nbsp;Tomasz Gortat ,&nbsp;Patryk Czortek ,&nbsp;Michał Chiliński","doi":"10.1016/j.actao.2025.104095","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.actao.2025.104095","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>The black grouse belongs to a group of birds sensitive to environmental changes. A decrease in its numbers may signal the deteriorating habitat condition. In this study, we analyzed the impact of a number of predictors on the species' occurrence in one of its last Central European, mountainous refuge - the Polish Tatra Mountains. The study aimed to understand the land use of the species and identify the most important factors for its survival. Our results indicate the predominance of land cover over the other factors studied. Particularly, the presence of dwarf shrubs promoted the occurrence of black grouse. It showed a positive correlation with vegetation providing food and lekking sites and land cover by forest in the surroundings. A negative relationship was found with bare rock cover and high tourist pressure around the occurrence sites. Human disturbance had a negative impact on the species' occurrence, but it was less significant than habitat quality. However, it may be considered a habitat-fragmenting factor. Our results highlight the need to consider a large spatial scale when studying the effects of biotic and abiotic factors on a declining population, which is particularly important on the edge of the species’ continuous range. For conservation, it would also be optimal to incorporate our results along with data on reproductive success and the impact of climate change on shaping the local biotope.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":55564,"journal":{"name":"Acta Oecologica-International Journal of Ecology","volume":"128 ","pages":"Article 104095"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-06-04","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144205608","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"环境科学与生态学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Scorpions in urbanized landscapes: influence of habitat type and landscape on body condition, diversity and functional traits in a Neotropical submontane forest 城市化景观中的蝎子:栖息地类型和景观对新热带亚热带森林蝎子身体状况、多样性和功能特征的影响
IF 1.3 4区 环境科学与生态学
Acta Oecologica-International Journal of Ecology Pub Date : 2025-06-03 DOI: 10.1016/j.actao.2025.104087
Matheus Leonydas Borba Feitosa , Fredy Alvarado , Hidalgo Valentim Gomes de Lima , Geraldo Jorge Barbosa de Moura , André Felipe de Araujo Lira
{"title":"Scorpions in urbanized landscapes: influence of habitat type and landscape on body condition, diversity and functional traits in a Neotropical submontane forest","authors":"Matheus Leonydas Borba Feitosa ,&nbsp;Fredy Alvarado ,&nbsp;Hidalgo Valentim Gomes de Lima ,&nbsp;Geraldo Jorge Barbosa de Moura ,&nbsp;André Felipe de Araujo Lira","doi":"10.1016/j.actao.2025.104087","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.actao.2025.104087","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>The local filtering process exerts a significant influence on the evolution of species traits. Furthermore, the spatial configuration of the landscape may also exert an influence on the assembly of traits within communities. It is of paramount importance to comprehend the impact of human-induced alterations to tropical forest habitats and land cover on the diversity, fitness, and functional characteristics of native fauna, as this knowledge is fundamental to the field of conservation biology. In this study, we investigate the impact of different habitats and land cover on the abundance, species richness, composition, body condition, and functional traits of the scorpion assemblage in a Neotropical submontane forest region. The scorpions were collected via active search in 60 sampling units distributed evenly among three habitat types: the city core, urban green areas, and forests. A total of 882 specimens were sampled, distributed among five species within two families. The results indicate that, at the habitat level, forests exhibited greater abundance and species richness, and these taxonomic patterns were sensitive to the surrounding land use. Furthermore, the expansion of urban areas in the landscape composition also results in a shift in species composition. Additionally, forest habitats are vital for maintaining higher body condition. Conversely, habitats classified as city core have led to the emergence of traits adapted to urban conditions. It is evident that urban green infrastructure plays a pivotal role in maintaining scorpion biodiversity, even in highly urbanized environments.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":55564,"journal":{"name":"Acta Oecologica-International Journal of Ecology","volume":"128 ","pages":"Article 104087"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-06-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144194891","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"环境科学与生态学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Toxicological impact of elutriate from wooded soil with the exotic plants Pinus spp. and Eucalyptus spp. 外来植物松木和桉树对林地中电解质的毒理学影响。
IF 1.3 4区 环境科学与生态学
Acta Oecologica-International Journal of Ecology Pub Date : 2025-05-29 DOI: 10.1016/j.actao.2025.104085
Lidyana Schlichting, Felipe Ogliari Bandeira, Alana Rafaela Batista Leite, Bianca Vicente Costa Oscar, Cristina Moreira Lalau, Thuanne Braúlio Hennig, Vitor Pereira Vaz, William Gerson Matias, Rodrigo Costa Puerari
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