Heathlands: Patterns and Processes in a Changing Environment (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9789048142316)

Increased atmospheric nitrogen deposition and changes in the management of heathlands have caused a significant change in the species composition of the NW-European heathlands. This change from ericaceous towards gramineous dominance is analysed in detail in Heathlands: Patterns and Processes in a Changing Environment. Special emphasis is put on the effects of increased atmospheric nutrient input on nutrient cycling, competition between plant species and plant--herbivore interactions. The possibilities for the long-term conservation of heathlands are discussed by considering regeneration from seed and the usefulness of mathematical management models.
The book provides a synthesis of pure and applied plant ecology. It is vital reading for plant ecologists, biological conservationists, heathland managers and government decision makers.


Author: R. Aerts
ISBN-10: 9048142318
ISBN-13: 9789048142316
Publisher: Springer
Language: English
Published: 12/08/2010
Pages: 224
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.19lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.25w x 0.50d