Unveiling the complex networks of urban tree diversity research: A global perspective
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DOI: 10.1002/ece3.11630
Abstract: Abstract Ecosystem services offered by urban forests must be proactively managed to remain diverse and sustainable. Recent research findings deserve a systematic synthesis to elucidate inherent knowledge structures and dynamics. This study focused on the… read more here.
Keywords: tree diversity; urban tree; research; complex networks ... See more keywords
Canopy complexity drives positive effects of tree diversity on productivity in two tree diversity experiments.
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DOI: 10.1002/ecy.4500
Abstract: Forest canopy complexity (i.e., the three-dimensional structure of the canopy) is often associated with increased species diversity as well as high primary productivity across natural forests. However, canopy complexity, tree diversity, and productivity are often… read more here.
Keywords: tree diversity; canopy complexity; diversity; diversity productivity ... See more keywords
Climate Change Could Negate Positive Tree Diversity Effects on Forest Productivity: A Study Across Five Climate Types in Spain and Canada
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DOI: 10.1007/s10021-017-0196-y
Abstract: A positive relationship between tree diversity and forest productivity is reported for many forested biomes of the world. However, whether tree diversity is able to increase the stability of forest growth to changes in climate… read more here.
Keywords: forest productivity; climate types; tree diversity; diversity ... See more keywords
Tree diversity, congruence and endemism: Himalaya ‘The land of diversity’
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DOI: 10.1007/s10531-021-02227-2
Abstract: Trees are acknowledged as most valued gift of nature and saviour of earth, enhancing and protecting landscapes, ecosystems and production systems. An authentic database of tree flora missing from local to global scale has immense… read more here.
Keywords: tree diversity; congruence endemism; diversity;
Can tree species diversity be assessed with Landsat data in a temperate forest?
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DOI: 10.1007/s10661-017-6295-6
Abstract: The diversity of forest trees as an indicator of ecosystem health can be assessed using the spectral characteristics of plant communities through remote sensing data. The objectives of this study were to investigate alpha and… read more here.
Keywords: landsat data; tree diversity; beta diversity; diversity ... See more keywords
A rapid tree diversity assessment method for cocoa agroforestry systems
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ecolind.2021.107993
Abstract: Abstract Biodiversity is recognized as an essential part of sustainable development efforts, however reducing biodiversity loss is a key global challenge that requires updated data on biodiversity status at different scales. Cocoa agroforests include tree… read more here.
Keywords: assessment; method; tree diversity; cocoa ... See more keywords
Shannon tree diversity is a surrogate for mineland rehabilitation status
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ecolind.2021.108100
Abstract: Abstract Mineland rehabilitation is performed to reduce the overall impacts of mining operations. Thus, statistically validated and easily measurable indicators are necessary to monitor the environmental status along time, enhance the rehabilitation process, and increase… read more here.
Keywords: status; rehabilitation status; tree diversity; mineland rehabilitation ... See more keywords
Tree diversity effects on leaf insect damage on pedunculate oak: The role of landscape context and forest stratum
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DOI: 10.1016/j.foreco.2018.11.014
Abstract: Abstract Tree diversity has long been recognized as a major driver of insect herbivory in forest ecosystems. However, predicting the strength and direction of tree diversity effects in real-world situations has proven elusive. One likely… read more here.
Keywords: insect herbivory; diversity effects; tree diversity; stratum ... See more keywords
Mixed effects of landscape structure, tree diversity and stand’s relative position on insect and pathogen damage in riparian poplar forests
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DOI: 10.1016/j.foreco.2020.118555
Abstract: Abstract Tree diversity has long been described as a major driver of insect herbivory and pathogen damage, which can cause defoliation and sometimes stunted growth of forest trees. However, as few studies have simultaneously considered… read more here.
Keywords: tree diversity; pathogen damage; insect pathogen; damage ... See more keywords
High tree diversity exposed to unprecedented macroclimatic conditions even under minimal anthropogenic climate change.
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DOI: 10.1073/pnas.2420059122
Abstract: Significance Trees play key roles in terrestrial ecosystems but are sensitive to large climatic changes. Our work quantifies end-of-century climate change exposure–shifts to species’ currently unoccupied climate zones–for 32,089 tree species globally. While most species… read more here.
Keywords: tree diversity; climate; climate change; tree ... See more keywords
Spectral Diversity as a Predictor of Tree Diversity: Exploring Challenges and Opportunities Across Forest Ecosystems
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DOI: 10.1080/07038992.2024.2403495
Abstract: Abstract Forests are crucial for ecosystem health, climate regulation, and biodiversity. However, many tree species face extinction threats, requiring active monitoring for conservation. The spectral variation hypothesis (SVH) suggests that spectral diversity can serve as… read more here.
Keywords: percent conifer; tree diversity; diversity; spectral diversity ... See more keywords