Invasive Traits of Symphyotrichum squamatum and S. ciliatum: Insights from Distribution Modeling, Reproductive Success, and Morpho-Structural Analysis
Biology,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
14(1), С. 47 - 47
Опубликована: Янв. 9, 2025
Understanding
the
drivers
of
invasive
species'
success
is
essential
for
predicting
and
managing
their
ecological
impacts.
Symphyotrichum
squamatum,
a
South
American
species
first
recorded
in
Bucharest
2015,
currently
expanding
into
urban
peri-urban
areas
Romania,
raising
concerns
about
its
potential.
This
study
provides
comprehensive
assessment
invasiveness
by
integrating
distribution
modeling,
reproductive
trait
analysis,
morpho-structural
evaluations.
To
deepen
our
understanding,
we
compare
S.
squamatum
with
ciliatum,
already
to
identify
shared
traits
potentially
driving
invasiveness.
Using
R
software
(version
4.3.0)
bioclimatic
variables,
modeled
potential
both
species.
The
was
evaluated
through
germination
tests
on
seeds
from
distinct
Romanian
populations,
while
anatomical
analyses
revealed
adaptations
linked
Our
findings
indicate
that
shares
successful
invaders,
as
highlighted
comparison
ciliatum.
However,
expansion
Romania
appears
be
constrained
environmental
factors,
continentality
emerging
key
determinant
influencing
highlights
importance
combining
modeling
trait-based
assess
potential,
offering
robust
framework
alien
Язык: Английский
Conceptual and ethical considerations in invasion science
BioScience,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
unknown
Опубликована: Янв. 21, 2025
Abstract
Invasion
science
addresses
interconnected
ecological,
economic,
and
social
challenges
posed
by
the
introduction
of
nonnative
species.
Therefore,
invasion
scientists
have
to
consider
reconcile
interdisciplinary
needs
while
addressing
potential
implications
their
findings.
Navigating
diverse
disciplines,
including
environmental
sciences,
ecology,
economics,
humanities,
seek
arrive
at
informed
decisions
on
risk,
impact,
management.
Individual
biases,
uncertainties,
systemic
pressures
influence
ability
maintain
objectivity
resist
that
might
otherwise
distort
findings
or
applications.
In
present
commentary,
we
examine
conceptual
ethical
dilemmas
within
field
science,
particularly
reputational
risks
discipline
perpetuating
its
own
relevance
framing
invasions
as
insurmountable
challenges.
discussion,
highlight
how
incentive
structures,
biased
assessments
framing,
conflicts
interest
may
compromise
discipline's
integrity.
We
also
explore
questions
surrounding
human
responsibility
animal
welfare
conundrums
in
management
invasive
Язык: Английский
Germany’s established non-native species: a comprehensive breakdown
Environmental Sciences Europe,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
37(1)
Опубликована: Апрель 15, 2025
Язык: Английский
Socioeconomic prerequisites determine national long-term biomonitoring efforts
Journal of Environmental Management,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
370, С. 122431 - 122431
Опубликована: Сен. 7, 2024
Язык: Английский
Tracking aquatic non-native macroinvertebrate species in Germany using long-term data
Environmental Sciences Europe,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
36(1)
Опубликована: Сен. 10, 2024
Язык: Английский
Socioecological Resilience: Quantitative Assessment of the Impact of an Invasive Species Assemblage on a Lake Ecosystem
Resources,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
13(10), С. 132 - 132
Опубликована: Сен. 25, 2024
An
invasive
assemblage
refers
to
a
group
of
species
that
coexist
and
interact
within
an
ecosystem,
significantly
altering
its
dynamics,
biodiversity,
functions,
ecosystem
services.
Their
presence
in
lakes
can
severely
affect
these
ecosystems.
The
objective
this
article
is
present
assessment
using
indexes
socioecological
resilience
the
impact
two
(P.
clarkii
E.
crassipes)
lake
Fúquene
Lagoon
Colombia.
Socioecological
(rating
scale:
0.0–100%)
are
developed
based
on
community
perception
area
influence
under
study.
Indexes
for
each
dimension
analysis
(ecological,
social,
economic)
include
global
index.
Community
obtained
through
survey
according
dimensions
analysis.
results
comprehensive
suggest
significant
vulnerability
ecological
(index
=
37.7%)
social
40.9%)
assemblage.
low-risk
limited
implementation
preventive
measures
accentuate
fragility.
Although
economic
shows
greater
robustness
56.9%),
it
imperative
strengthen
adaptive
capacity
system
mitigate
adverse
impacts
biological
invasions
ensure
sustainability
(global
index
45%).
Assessing
ecosystems’
recovery
from
requires
multidimensional
approach,
focusing
ecological,
economic,
factors
develop
integrated
management
strategies
sustainability.
Язык: Английский