Giant hogweed at its northern distribution limit in North America: Experiments for a better understanding of its dispersal dynamics along rivers

2017 ◽  
Vol 33 (7) ◽  
pp. 1098-1106 ◽  
Author(s):  
N. Trottier ◽  
E. Groeneveld ◽  
C. Lavoie
2006 ◽  
Vol 120 (3) ◽  
pp. 335 ◽  
Author(s):  
Diana Bizecki Robson

Smooth Goosefoot (Chenopodium subglabrum) is restricted to North America and reaches its northern distribution limit in Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba. The habitat of Chenopodium subglabrum contains some element of active sand. It is commonly found on the stabilizing edges of active dunes as well as dune blowouts, and occasionally on bare or recently disturbed sand plains. Chenopodium subglabrum is a sexually reproducing annual species with seeds that may remain in the seed bank for several years, waiting for the conditions it favours for germination. Germination of this species is erratic, possibly in response to moisture, making the overall population trend difficult to determine. The estimated population in Canada is likely between 5000 and 10000 individuals. There has been considerable loss of habitat as dunes become vegetated. The processes of dune stabilization and fire control threaten survival of this species.


2002 ◽  
Vol 134 (3) ◽  
pp. 281-298 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jan Klimaszewski ◽  
Georges Pelletier ◽  
Jon Sweeney

AbstractSpecies of the genus Tinotus Sharp of America north of Mexico are reviewed. Five species are recognized: T. caviceps Casey, T. imbricatus Casey, T. morion (Gravenhorst), T. parvicornis Casey, and T. trisectus Casey. The genus Tinotus is recorded from Canada for the first time and is represented in the country by two previously unrecorded species: T. morion (Gravenhorst), introduced from the Palearctic region, and T. caviceps Casey, described from Nevada and subsequently reported from California, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, and Montana. Tinotus morion was previously listed in North America from Connecticut and Nevada (unverified records), but until now it was unknown from Canada. Here it is reported as new for New Brunswick, Quebec, Ontario, Alberta, and British Columbia. Tinotus caviceps is found for the first time in southern Quebec where it probably reaches its northern distribution limit. The following synonymies are established, with the first names being valid: T. caviceps Casey (= T. pallidus Casey), T. imbricatus Casey (= T. amplus Notman, T. brunnipes Notman), T. parvicornis Casey (= T. planulus Notman), and T. trisectus Casey (= T. binarius Casey, T. brunneus Casey, and T. lateralis Notman). A new lectotype is designated for T. brunnipes Notman. The lectotype specimens have been dissected and their genital features illustrated. Diagnoses, illustrations, and a key to identify species from America north of Mexico are provided.


2011 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Solveig Jore ◽  
Hildegunn Viljugrein ◽  
Merete Hofshagen ◽  
Hege Brun-Hansen ◽  
Anja B Kristoffersen ◽  
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2012 ◽  
Vol 8 (5) ◽  
pp. 919 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alejandro R. Giraudo ◽  
Félix Vidoz ◽  
Vanesa Arzamendia ◽  
Santiago J. Nenda

We revisit the distribution and natural history data of Tachymenis chilensis chilensis (Schlegel, 1837) in Argentina based on compiled and novel records, extending its northern and southern distribution from the previously known localities in Argentina. We recorded two prey items in Argentinean populations: Rhinella rubropunctata, reported for the first time, and Liolaemus pictus. Tachymenis c. chilensis is mainly found in forested habitats, generally near wetlands with abundant populations of amphibians. The latitudinal range occupied by T. c. chilensis in Argentina is similar to that in Chile, but its northern distribution limit reaches the lowest latitudes in Chile. This is probably due to the higher humidity levels in the western slopes of the Andes and the barrier effect of the highest mountain ranges in this area.


2005 ◽  
Vol 119 (2) ◽  
pp. 219 ◽  
Author(s):  
R. M. Sylvester ◽  
S. E. Freeling ◽  
C. R. Berry

Seven Plains Minnows, Hybognathus placitus, Family Cyprinidae, were collected on 11 June 2003 from Morgan Creek, in Grasslands National Park, Saskatchewan, Canada. This collection is the first record of the species in Canada and extends the northern distribution limit of the species. Of 95 Hybognathus spp. collected at the site, only eight specimens were retained for positive identification because of the uncertain status of two conspecifics, the Western Silvery Minnow, H. argyritis, and the Brassy Minnow, H. hankinsoni, in Saskatchewan. Our findings should stimulate additional sampling to assess the identification and status of Hybognathus spp. in southwestern Saskatchewan. Accurate field identification of Hybognathus spp. remains an issue and collection of all specimens is recommended to accurately identify members within the genus.


Author(s):  
Jeong-Wook Seo ◽  
Dieter Eckstein ◽  
Andrea Olbrich ◽  
Risto Jalkanen ◽  
Hannu Salminen ◽  
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2021 ◽  
Vol 38 (5) ◽  
Author(s):  
Kanta Fujishima ◽  
Takahide Sasai ◽  
Yusuke Hibino ◽  
Hideaki Nishizawa

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