Postglacial migration supplements climate in determining plant species ranges in Europe [PDF]
, 2011 The influence of dispersal limitation on species ranges remains controversial. Considering the dramatic impacts of the last glaciation in Europe, species might not have tracked climate changes through time and, as a consequence, their present-day ranges ...
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The spread of non‐native species
Biological Reviews, EarlyView.ABSTRACT The global redistribution of species through human agency is one of the defining ecological signatures of the Anthropocene, with biological invasions reshaping biodiversity patterns, ecosystem processes and services, and species interactions globally.
Phillip J. Haubrock +16 more
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OCCURRENCE OF LINDERNIA DUBIA IN THE IPOLY VALLEY (HUNGARY AND SLOVAKIA) [PDF]
, 2015 A survey for invasive alien species was carried out along the Ipoly River (Danube catch-ment area) at the border between Hungary and Slovakia in 2010 and 2011. Lindernia dubia was found in three locations on both sides of the river. The paper gives the
Schmotzer, András
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Age ratio in groups of a social ungulate affects epizoochorous dispersal and diaspore exchanges
Oikos, EarlyView.Animal‐mediated seed dispersal is a key process in plant population dynamics, species distribution and ecosystem functioning. As long‐distance dispersal agents, ungulates help to maintain native plant populations facing abiotic changes in their habitat and habitat fragmentation or habitat loss.
Antoine Roux +6 more
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Donkeys as mobile links for plant seed dispersal in coastal dune ecosystems [PDF]
, 2005 Long-distance seed dispersal is a key factor in vegetation dynamics, especially in highly dynamic ecosystems such as dune landscapes. To assess the role of large herbivores in long-distance seed dispersal in dunes, we examined epi- and endozoochory by ...
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Dispersal of aquatic and terrestrial organisms by waterbirds: A review of current knowledge and future priorities [PDF]
, 2023 1. We review progress in our understanding of the importance of waterbirds as dispersal vectors of other organisms, and identify priorities for further research. 2. Waterbirds are excellent for long-distance dispersal (LDD), whereas other vectors such as
Green, Andy J. +6 more
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Cotton facilitates long‐distance seed dispersal by functioning as nest material for birds
Oikos, EarlyView.Cotton (Cossypium) fibres, which grow naturally in bolls around the seeds of cotton plants, have been used for centuries to produce fabric. The presumed natural function of cotton is that these lightweight and fluffy fibres may support wind dispersal of the seeds inside.
Roos van der Meer +6 more
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Germination success of temperate grassland species after passage through ungulate and rabbit guts [PDF]
, 2005 Dispersal of endozoochorous seed involves uptake by a herbivore and exposure to different kinds of digestive fluids during passage through the gastrointestinal tract.
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Evolution and Systematics of the African achyranthoid clade of the Amaranthaceae [PDF]
, 2022 The Amaranthaceae are a nearly cosmopolitan flowering plant family that encompasses species of high economic value as food, forage, and ornamentals. Other species are of cultural value for traditional medicine or in traditional rituals of African tribes.
Di Vincenzo, Vanessa
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Frontiers in Ecology and Evolution, 2019 It is well-known that some members of the crow family (Corvidae) are important for seed dispersal either via frugivory (e.g., when feeding on berries) or by scatter hoarding (e.g., of nuts). Dispersal via gut passage of seeds within a fleshy fruit can be
Andy J. Green +2 more
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