The Role of Vegetation Monitoring in the Conservation of Coastal Habitats N2000: A Case Study of a Wetland Area in Southeast Sicily (Italy) DOI Open Access
Saverio Sciandrello, Veronica Ranno, Valeria Tomaselli

et al.

Published: Nov. 20, 2023

The coastal wetlands of the Mediterranean area are among most vulnerable and threatened environments due to human pressure activities. Fragmentation is generally considered as one driving factors in habitats loss. In this paper, we investigated floristic composition, structure, conservation status, trends habitat types sensu 92/43EEC Directive a wetland south-eastern Sicily (“Saline di Priolo” SAC). Based on 128 phytosociological surveys several plant collections, total 304 taxa, 28 communities 16 have been identified. Furthermore, three new associations were described, including two rocky coasts. For classification habitats, hierarchical clustering was performed by using Euclidean coefficient beta-flexible algorithm. life form spectrum current flora highlights dominance therophytes hemicryptophytes. species largely prevailing with 123 taxa. cartographic analysis ArcGis 10.3 shows radical reduction last 70 years, strong alteration ecological succession psammophilous-hygrophilous vegetation. Moreover, landscape configuration vegetation well highlighted set specific metrics. particular, our outcomes identify (2110, 2210, 5220* EU code) bad which priority (Zyziphus arborescent matorral), that requires urgent restoration measures.

Language: Английский

Functional and habitat characteristics associated with nativeness, rarity, and invasiveness in the aquatic vascular flora of Sardinia DOI Creative Commons
Mauro Fois, Alba Cuena‐Lombraña, Jennifer Nagel Boyd

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Global Ecology and Conservation, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: unknown, P. e03482 - e03482

Published: Feb. 1, 2025

Language: Английский

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Comparative diversity of aquatic plants in three Central European regions DOI Creative Commons
Marek Svitok, Igor Zelnik, Kateřina Bubíková

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Frontiers in Plant Science, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 16

Published: March 6, 2025

Freshwaters are among the most threatened ecosystems globally, with biodiversity declining at far greater rates than of affected terrestrial ecosystems. There is an urgent need for accurate information on spatial patterns freshwater biodiversity, a first step in effective conservation planning and management these We explored aquatic macrophyte diversity four waterbody types, rivers, streams, ponds ditches, across three Central European regions. By analyzing local (α), among-site (β) regional (γ) diversity, we assessed roles as hotspots, particularly red-listed species. Sampling 220 sites Slovakia Slovenia, recorded 113 taxa (31% which were red-listed), ditches consistently supporting higher α γ running waters. β was primarily driven by species turnover, displaying high heterogeneity linked to environmental variability. Our findings highlight value artificial habitats like ponds, harbouring significant including unique These results underscore prioritize small waterbodies strategies within agricultural landscapes.

Language: Английский

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From field data to policy action: Assessing the distribution and conservation of Quesnelia (Bromelioideae: Bromeliaceae), an endemic genus of the Atlantic Forest hotspot DOI
Railson Alves Correia de Almeida, Claudinéia Regina Pelacani, Eduardo Pinheiro Fernandez

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Journal for Nature Conservation, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: unknown, P. 126940 - 126940

Published: April 1, 2025

Language: Английский

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Riparian Forests of Alnus Species Communities and Their Role in Sustainability in the Romanian Carpathians and Adjacent Regions DOI Open Access
Daniela Mogîldea, Tiberiu C. Sahlean, Claudia Biță‐Nicolae

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Sustainability, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 16(10), P. 4130 - 4130

Published: May 15, 2024

Alnus riparian communities are important for ecological stability. Data on species were gathered from herbaria and literature, revealing that 54.39% of the information refers to glutinosa, 39.42% incana, 6.18% pubescens. This highlights widespread occurrence A. glutinosa as described in distribution maps, contrasting with more limited range hybrid Principal component analysis (PCA), utilizing standardized factors, was carried out 217 relevés studied species. In these relevés, we identified a total 169 plant species, categorized herbaceous (83%), trees (11%), shrubs (6%). Three distinct forest communities, Stellario nemorum-Alnetum glutinosae, Alnetum incanae, Telekio speciosae-Alnetum emerged relevé groups. The maps three taxa overlaid region’s protected areas, substantial presence within zones. research aims highlight sustainability conservation importance Romanian Carpathians, contribute ongoing efforts promote viability resilience ecologically wetland habitats.

Language: Английский

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Decline of aquatic plants in an iconic European protected natural area DOI Creative Commons
Pablo García Murillo, Carmen Díaz‐Paniagua, Rocío Fernández‐Zamudio

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Journal for Nature Conservation, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: unknown, P. 126814 - 126814

Published: Dec. 1, 2024

Language: Английский

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The Role of Vegetation Monitoring in the Conservation of Coastal Habitats N2000: A Case Study of a Wetland Area in Southeast Sicily (Italy) DOI Open Access
Saverio Sciandrello, Veronica Ranno, Valeria Tomaselli

et al.

Published: Nov. 20, 2023

The coastal wetlands of the Mediterranean area are among most vulnerable and threatened environments due to human pressure activities. Fragmentation is generally considered as one driving factors in habitats loss. In this paper, we investigated floristic composition, structure, conservation status, trends habitat types sensu 92/43EEC Directive a wetland south-eastern Sicily (“Saline di Priolo” SAC). Based on 128 phytosociological surveys several plant collections, total 304 taxa, 28 communities 16 have been identified. Furthermore, three new associations were described, including two rocky coasts. For classification habitats, hierarchical clustering was performed by using Euclidean coefficient beta-flexible algorithm. life form spectrum current flora highlights dominance therophytes hemicryptophytes. species largely prevailing with 123 taxa. cartographic analysis ArcGis 10.3 shows radical reduction last 70 years, strong alteration ecological succession psammophilous-hygrophilous vegetation. Moreover, landscape configuration vegetation well highlighted set specific metrics. particular, our outcomes identify (2110, 2210, 5220* EU code) bad which priority (Zyziphus arborescent matorral), that requires urgent restoration measures.

Language: Английский

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