Hidden below‐ground plant diversity buffers against species loss during land‐use change in species‐rich grasslands

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Inga Hiiesalu ◽  
Jitka Klimešová ◽  
Jiři Doležal ◽  
Ondřej Mudrák ◽  
Lars Götzenberger ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Land Use ◽  
Land Use Change ◽  
Plant Diversity ◽  
Species Loss ◽  
Below Ground

scholarly journals Intermediate levels of wood extraction may facilitate coexistence of an endemic arboreal marsupial and Indigenous communities

Oryx ◽  
2021 ◽  
pp. 1-9
Author(s):  
Héctor González-Ancín ◽  
Manuel Spínola ◽  
José M. Mora-Benavides ◽  
Joel C. Sáenz ◽  
Alberto Paillacar ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Land Use ◽  
Land Use Change ◽  
Natural Resources ◽  
Plant Diversity ◽  
Indigenous Communities ◽  
Selective Logging ◽  
Small Scale ◽  
Intermediate Disturbance ◽  
Wood Extraction ◽  
Disturbed Site

Abstract Land-use change is a major driver of biodiversity loss. Large-scale disturbances such as habitat loss, fragmentation and degradation are known to have negative consequences for native biota, but the effects of small-scale disturbances such as selective logging are less well known. We compared three sites with different regimes of selective logging performed by Indigenous communities in the South American temperate rainforest, to assess effects on the density and habitat selection patterns of the Near Threatened endemic arboreal marsupial Dromiciops gliroides. We used structured interviews to identify patterns of wood extraction, which was 0.22–2.55 m3 per ha per year. In the less disturbed site only two tree species were logged, in the intermediately disturbed sites eight species were logged at low intensity, and in the most disturbed site seven species were logged intensively. The site with intermediate disturbance had the highest fleshy-fruited plant diversity and fruit biomass values as a result of the proliferation of shade-intolerant plants. This site also had the highest density of D. gliroides. These findings are consistent with Connell's intermediate disturbance hypothesis, suggesting that coexistence of people with nature is possible if wood extraction volumes are moderate, increasing plant diversity. Indigenous communities have sustainably used natural resources for centuries, but current rates of land-use change are becoming a significant threat to both them and their natural resources.

scholarly journals Climate and land use change impacts on plant distributions in Germany

2008 ◽  
Vol 4 (5) ◽  
pp. 564-567 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sven Pompe ◽  
Jan Hanspach ◽  
Franz Badeck ◽  
Stefan Klotz ◽  
Wilfried Thuiller ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Climate Change ◽  
Land Use ◽  
Land Use Change ◽  
Species Composition ◽  
Plant Species ◽  
Land Use Changes ◽  
Future Climate Change ◽  
Species Loss ◽  
Projected Changes ◽  
Spatially Varying

We present niche-based modelling to project the distribution of 845 European plant species for Germany using three different models and three scenarios of climate and land use changes up to 2080. Projected changes suggested large effects over the coming decades, with consequences for the German flora. Even under a moderate scenario (approx. +2.2°C), 15–19% (across models) of the species we studied could be lost locally—averaged from 2995 grid cells in Germany. Models projected strong spatially varying impacts on the species composition. In particular, the eastern and southwestern parts of Germany were affected by species loss. Scenarios were characterized by an increased number of species occupying small ranges, as evidenced by changes in range-size rarity scores. It is anticipated that species with small ranges will be especially vulnerable to future climate change and other ecological stresses.

MAPPY : Multisectoral Analysis of climate and land use change impacts on Pollinators, Plant diversity and crops Yields

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Maurine Antoine ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Climate Change ◽  
Land Use ◽  
Land Use Change ◽  
Plant Diversity ◽  
Crop Yields ◽  
Crop Damage ◽  
Future Climate Change ◽  
Distribution Models ◽  
Pollinator Decline ◽  
Entire Study

<p>The impacts of climate change on natural systems and biodiversity are known and already visible in some regions. With regard to agronomic systems, the effects of climate change have also been widely studied. However, some processes are still poorly understood, such as the links between pollinators and climate change or land use change. The feedbacks between different systems under climate change and land use change are still very little explored and require a multidisciplinary approach. It is within this framework that the MAPPY project fits.</p><p>The overall objective of the MAPPY project, funded by the AXIS program of JPI-Climate, is to study quantitatively feedback processes linking pollinators, plant diversity and crop yields in the context of climate and land use changes. A set of complementary models will be assembled, iteratively, to capture the dynamics of this complex system at regional level. Dynamic vegetation models and species distribution models will be used to assess the impacts of future climate change. Then, an agent-based model will be used to derive detailed land use and land cover change scenarios for the future at the scale of studied regions. The results of this combination of models will make it possible to assess the potential impacts on pollinator communities, which will make it possible to refine crop models. Finally, the socio-economic impacts of these forecasts will be assessed.</p><p>Several case study regions are defined in Europe. The entire study will be undertaken with local stakeholders who will identify the most relevant topics to be addressed. Indeed, stakeholders are asking more and more questions about climate change impact on crop yields, fruit crop damage, pollinator decline. Therefore, they will help us select the results that will be useful to them. Finally, a web platform will be developed with online tools allowing exploration of project results. The platform will be designed by involving stakeholders from the start of the project.</p>

Anthropogenic drivers of plant diversity: perspective on land use change in a dynamic cultural landscape

2015 ◽  
Vol 24 (13) ◽  
pp. 3185-3199 ◽  
Author(s):  
V. Amici ◽  
S. Landi ◽  
F. Frascaroli ◽  
D. Rocchini ◽  
E. Santi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Land Use ◽  
Land Use Change ◽  
Plant Diversity ◽  
Cultural Landscape ◽  
Anthropogenic Drivers

scholarly journals Prediction of plant diversity response to land-use change on Scottish agricultural land

2003 ◽  
Vol 94 (3) ◽  
pp. 249-263 ◽  
Author(s):  
W.L Wilson ◽  
V.J Abernethy ◽  
K.J Murphy ◽  
A Adam ◽  
D.I McCracken ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Land Use ◽  
Land Use Change ◽  
Plant Diversity ◽  
Agricultural Land

The projected impact of climate and land use change on plant diversity: An example from West Africa

2013 ◽  
Vol 96 ◽  
pp. 48-54 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jonathan Heubes ◽  
Marco Schmidt ◽  
Benjamin Stuch ◽  
Jaime R. García Márquez ◽  
Rüdiger Wittig ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Land Use ◽  
Land Use Change ◽  
West Africa ◽  
Plant Diversity

scholarly journals Plant diversity of Betel Leaf Agroforestry of South Meghalaya, Northeast India

2018 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-11
Author(s):  
H. TYNSONG ◽  
B.K. TIWARI ◽  
M. DKHAR
Keyword(s):  
Land Use ◽  
Land Use Change ◽  
Plant Species ◽  
Plant Diversity ◽  
Native Species ◽  
Northeast India ◽  
Estimation Methods ◽  
Natural Forests ◽  
Betel Leaf ◽  
The Impact

Tynsong H, Tiwari BK, Dkhar M. 2018. Plant diversity of Betel Leaf Agroforestry of South Meghalaya, Northeast India. Asian J For 2: 1-11. Large areas of lowland tropical forests of South Meghalaya have been converted into betel leaf agroforestry systems by the tribal people living in the area. The betel leaf agroforestry with diverse and structurally complex shade canopies conserve a significant portion of the original forest biodiversity. The impact of land use change on the biodiversity was studied using standard vegetation analysis and biodiversity estimation methods. A total of 160 plant species were recorded in natural forests out of which 75 were trees, 40 shrubs, and 45 herbs, while in betel leaf agroforestry, a total of 159 plant species, 94 trees, 17 shrubs and 48 herbs were recorded. A total of 34 tree species, 13 shrub species, and 14 herb species were common in both the land uses. All the plant species were native species. The study revealed that the conversion of natural forest to betel leaf agroforestry in South Meghalaya has no significant impact on tree and herb diversity. However, the basal area and density are affected to some extent. The land use change has also affected the density and diversity of shrubs. The study concludes that betel leaf agroforestry in South Meghalaya developed by the indigenous War Khasi tribe through experiential learning over several generations has emerged as a fairly sustainable agroforestry system causing minimal impact on plant diversity.

scholarly journals Anticipating the spatio-temporal response of plant diversity and vegetation structure to climate and land use change in a protected area

Ecography ◽  
2014 ◽  
Vol 37 (12) ◽  
pp. 1230-1239 ◽  
Author(s):  
Isabelle Boulangeat ◽  
Damien Georges ◽  
Cédric Dentant ◽  
Richard Bonet ◽  
Jérémie Van Es ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Land Use ◽  
Land Use Change ◽  
Plant Diversity ◽  
Vegetation Structure ◽  
Protected Area ◽  
Temporal Response ◽  
Spatio Temporal

Assessment of land-use change in coastal areas through geographical information systems

2020 ◽  
Vol 13 (10) ◽  
Author(s):  
Verónica Lango-Reynoso ◽  
Karla Teresa González-Figueroa ◽  
Fabiola Lango-Reynoso ◽  
María del Refugio Castañeda-Chávez ◽  
Jesús Montoya-Mendoza
Keyword(s):  
Land Use ◽  
Land Use Change ◽  
Geographical Information Systems ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Scientific Information ◽  
Coastal Ecosystems ◽  
Coastal Areas ◽  
Geographical Information ◽  
Coastal Zones ◽  
Computer Based

Objective: This article describes and analyzes the main concepts of coastal ecosystems, these as a result of research concerning land-use change assessments in coastal areas. Design/Methodology/Approach: Scientific articles were searched using keywords in English and Spanish. Articles regarding land-use change assessment in coastal areas were selected, discarding those that although being on coastal zones and geographic and soil identification did not use Geographic Information System (GIS). Results: A GIS is a computer-based tool for evaluating the land-use change in coastal areas by quantifying variations. It is analyzed through GIS and its contributions; highlighting its importance and constant monitoring. Limitations of the study/Implications: This research analyzes national and international scientific information, published from 2007 to 2019, regarding the land-use change in coastal areas quantified with the digital GIS tool. Findings/Conclusions: GIS are useful tools in the identification and quantitative evaluation of changes in land-use in coastal ecosystems; which require constant evaluation due to their high dynamism.

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