Taming the terminological tempest in invasion science

Biological reviews/Biological reviews of the Cambridge Philosophical Society, Год журнала: 2024, Номер 99(4), С. 1357 - 1390

Опубликована: Март 18, 2024

ABSTRACT Standardised terminology in science is important for clarity of interpretation and communication. In invasion – a dynamic rapidly evolving discipline the proliferation technical has lacked standardised framework its development. The result convoluted inconsistent usage terminology, with various discrepancies descriptions damage interventions. A therefore needed clear, universally applicable, consistent to promote more effective communication across researchers, stakeholders, policymakers. Inconsistencies stem from exponential increase scientific publications on patterns processes biological invasions authored by experts disciplines countries since 1990s, as well legislators policymakers focusing practical applications, regulations, management resources. Aligning standardising stakeholders remains challenge science. Here, we review evaluate multiple terms used (e.g. ‘non‐native’, ‘alien’, ‘invasive’ or ‘invader’, ‘exotic’, ‘non‐indigenous’, ‘naturalised’, ‘pest’) propose simplified terminology. streamlined translate into 28 other languages based ( i ) denoting species transported beyond their natural biogeographic range, ii ‘established non‐native’, i.e. those non‐native that have established self‐sustaining populations new location(s) wild, iii ‘invasive non‐native’ recently spread are spreading invaded range actively passively without human mediation. We also highlight importance conceptualising ‘spread’ classifying invasiveness ‘impact’ management. Finally, protocol dispersal mechanism, origin, population status, iv impact. Collectively introducing present aims facilitate collaboration species.

Язык: Английский

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Taming the terminological tempest in invasion science

Опубликована: Сен. 6, 2023

Standardized terminology in science is important for clarity of interpretation and communication. In invasion — a dynamic quickly evolving discipline the rapid proliferation technical has lacked standardized framework its language development. The result convoluted inconsistent usage terminology, with various discrepancies descriptions damages interventions. A therefore needed clear, universally applicable, consistent to promote more effective communication across researchers, stakeholders, policymakers. Inconsistencies stem from exponential increase scientific publications on patterns processes biological invasions authored by experts disciplines countries since 1990s, as well legislators policymakers focusing practical applications, regulations, management resources. Aligning standardizing stakeholders remains prevailing challenge science. Here, we review evaluate multiple terms used (e.g. 'non-native', 'alien', 'invasive' or 'invader', 'exotic', 'non-indigenous', 'naturalized, 'pest') propose simplified terminology. streamlined translate into 28 other languages based (i) denoting species transported beyond their natural biogeographic range, (ii) 'established non-native', i.e. those non-native that have established self-sustaining populations new location(s) wild, (iii) 'invasive non-native' recently spread are spreading rapidly invaded range actively passively without human mediation. We also highlight importance conceptualizing 'spread' classifying invasiveness 'impact' management. Finally, protocol (1) dispersal mechanism, (2) origin, (3) population status, (4) impact. Collectively introducing present aims facilitate collaboration species.

Язык: Английский

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The Role of Non‐Native Plant Species in Modulating Riverbank Erosion: A Systematic Review

River Research and Applications, Год журнала: 2025, Номер unknown

Опубликована: Янв. 21, 2025

ABSTRACT Riverbank erosion is a naturally occurring process that influences riparian zone habitats. However, anthropogenic activities are increasing rates of riverbank erosion. Climate change and hydrological physical modifications drive perturbations. Whilst native vegetation can reduce erosion, the proliferation non‐native plant species has been linked to instability, with marked changes in fluvial erosional regimes attributed invasion by such as Impatiens glandulifera (Himalayan Balsam) or Tamarix (Tamarisk) into zones. Yet, role modulating remains unclear, part due lack investigations quantify geomorphic change. We systematically assessed relevant ecological geomorphological literature determine current understanding offer recommendations for future research on plant—riverbank Included articles focused limited number across restricted range habitats types, dependency topographic generally short study duration obscuring potential causal links feedback cycles. It critical face parallel rapid climate effects, we improve mechanistic their

Язык: Английский

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Parallels and discrepancies between non‐native species introductions and human migration

Biological reviews/Biological reviews of the Cambridge Philosophical Society, Год журнала: 2025, Номер unknown

Опубликована: Фев. 20, 2025

Biological invasions and human migrations have increased globally due to socio-economic drivers environmental factors that enhanced cultural, economic, geographic connectivity. Both processes involve the movement, establishment, spread of species, yet unfold within fundamentally different philosophical, social biological contexts. Hence, studying (invasion science) migration (migration studies) presents complex parallels are potentially fruitful explore. Here, we examined nuanced differences between these two phenomena, integrating historical, socio-political, ethical perspectives. Our review underscores need for context-specific approaches in policymaking governance address effectively challenges opportunities harm from invasions. We suggest provide an excellent opportunity transdisciplinary research; one acknowledges complexities potential insights both fields study. Ultimately, natural sciences offers a promising avenue enriching understanding invasion biology dynamics while pursuing just, equitable, sustainable solutions. However, is clear driver invasions, drawing on principles understand past current risks oversimplification harmful generalisations disregard intrinsic rights cultural migrations. By doing so, frameworks support development policies respect dignity, foster diversity, ways promote global cooperation justice. This interdisciplinary approach highlights research fields, ultimately our equitable

Язык: Английский

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Balancing Risks and Benefits: Stakeholder Perspective on Managing Non-Native Tree Species in the European Alpine Space

Mitigation and Adaptation Strategies for Global Change, Год журнала: 2024, Номер 29(6)

Опубликована: Июль 18, 2024

Abstract For centuries, non-native tree (NNT) species have been planted throughout Europe for ecosystem services including timber and urban greenery. Public interest in NNTs has recently increased due to their potential role climate change adaptation as alternatives vulnerable native forest species. However, opinions regarding the benefits risks of European differ. Understanding stakeholder perceptions is crucial guiding adaptive management, especially sensitive ecosystems like Alpine Space. To assess awareness perception, a structured questionnaire was administered 456 respondents from six countries Most were aware origin NNT area. invasive-NNTs primarily found regions, with perceived increase occurrence over past 25 years. With some exceptions, such Pseudotsuga menziesii ( Mirb .) Franco, most common generally potentially invasive. The perception invasiveness correlated on services. who unconcerned about believed had positive impact provisioning timber, while those concerned negative effects regulating cultural biodiversity landscape aesthetics. Overall, conservative, opposing promotion NNTs, even biodiversity-poor areas. stakeholders also believe that regulations should prioritize sustainable use management rather than focusing solely an invasive-centric narrative.

Язык: Английский

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Invasive species behaviour in a toxic world

Trends in Ecology & Evolution, Год журнала: 2023, Номер 38(11), С. 1024 - 1027

Опубликована: Авг. 23, 2023

Язык: Английский

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Framing challenges and polarized issues in invasion science: toward an interdisciplinary agenda

BioScience, Год журнала: 2024, Номер 74(12), С. 825 - 839

Опубликована: Окт. 14, 2024

Abstract In a hyperconnected world, framing and managing biological invasions poses complex contentious challenges, affecting socioeconomic environmental sectors. This complexity distinguishes the field fuels polarized debates. present article, we synthesize four issues in invasion science that are rarely addressed together: vocabulary usage, potential benefits of nonnative species, perceptions shifting because global change, rewilding practices invasions. Researchers have predominantly focused on single issues; few multiple components debate within or across disciplinary boundaries. Ignoring interconnected nature these risks overlooking crucial cross-links. We advocate for interdisciplinary approaches better integrate social natural sciences. Although they challenging, collaborations offer hope to overcome polarization science. These may bridge disagreements, facilitate knowledge exchange, reshape narratives. Finally, contemporary agenda advance future research, management, constructive dialogue.

Язык: Английский

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Editorial: Ecology, impact, and management of squirrel invasions

Frontiers in Ecology and Evolution, Год журнала: 2023, Номер 11

Опубликована: Авг. 11, 2023

EDITORIAL article Front. Ecol. Evol., 11 August 2023Sec. Conservation and Restoration Ecology Volume - 2023 | https://doi.org/10.3389/fevo.2023.1253922

Язык: Английский

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What is the effectiveness of methods for eradicating or controlling abundance and biomass of invasive aquatic plants in Canada? A systematic review protocol

Ecological Solutions and Evidence, Год журнала: 2024, Номер 5(2)

Опубликована: Апрель 1, 2024

Abstract Invasive freshwater aquatic plants can have adverse ecological effects on the systems to which they are introduced, changing ecosystem function, threatening native plant species and causing billions of dollars in damage infrastructure. Additionally, once established, invasive often difficult eradicate or control. Given importance managing plants, high associated economic costs doing so, it is essential determine relative effectiveness different control methods. Here, we present a protocol for systematic review that will estimate various biological, chemical, habitat manipulations and/or manual/mechanical methods eradicating controlling abundance biomass. This use published grey literature, without date restriction, determines English‐language searches be performed using five bibliographic databases, Google Scholar, networking tools find relevant literature. Eligibility screening conducted at two stages: (1) title abstract (2) full text. Studies evaluate biomass included. A list currently, potentially, Canadian management concern considered. Included studies undergo critical appraisal internal study validity. We extract information characteristics, intervention comparator details, measured outcomes (abundance biomass, broadly defined) effect modifiers (e.g., growth pattern timing treatments). narrative synthesis used describe quantity characteristics evidence base, while quantitative (i.e., meta‐analysis) an overall mean variance when sufficient numbers similar available.

Язык: Английский

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A conceptual classification scheme of invasion science

BioScience, Год журнала: 2024, Номер 74(12), С. 840 - 850

Опубликована: Авг. 22, 2024

Abstract In the era of big data and global biodiversity decline, there is a pressing need to transform information into findable actionable knowledge. We propose conceptual classification scheme for invasion science that goes beyond hypothesis networks allows organize publications sets, guide research directions, identify knowledge gaps. Combining expert with literature analysis, we identified five major themes in this field: introduction pathways, success invasibility, impacts invasion, managing biological invasions, meta-invasion science. divided these 10 broader questions linked them 39 hypotheses forming theoretical foundation As artificial intelligence advances, such schemes will become important references organizing scientific information. Our approach can be extended other fields, fostering cross-disciplinary connections leverage needed address Anthropocene challenges.

Язык: Английский

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