Is ecological succession predictable? : Theory and applications
A literature study is presented on the predictability of ecological succession. Both equilibrium and nonequilibrium theories are discussed in relation to competition between, and co-existence of species. The consequences for conservation management are outlined and a research agenda is proposed focusing on a nonequilibrium view of ecosystem functioning. Applications are presented for freshwater-; marine-; dune- and forest ecosystems.
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| Format: | External research report biblioteca |
| Language: | English |
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| Subjects: | biological competition, ecological disturbance, ecosystems, equilibrium, nature conservation, plant succession, prediction, biologische mededinging, ecologische verstoring, ecosystemen, evenwicht, natuurbescherming, plantensuccessie, voorspelling, |
| Online Access: | https://research.wur.nl/en/publications/is-ecological-succession-predictable-theory-and-applications |
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| Summary: | A literature study is presented on the predictability of ecological succession. Both equilibrium and nonequilibrium theories are discussed in relation to competition between, and co-existence of species. The consequences for conservation management are outlined and a research agenda is proposed focusing on a nonequilibrium view of ecosystem functioning. Applications are presented for freshwater-; marine-; dune- and forest ecosystems. |
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