Long-term and contemporary environmental conditions as determinants of the species composition of bog organisms
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Year of publication | 2013 |
Type | Article in Periodical |
Magazine / Source | Freshwater Biology |
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Doi | http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/fwb.12201 |
Field | Ecology |
Keywords | bioindication; bog; diversity determinants |
Description | We tested long-term and contemporary environmental conditions as determinants of the species composition of four groups of bog organisms. Although only long-term averages of some environmental variables were sufficient to explain species compositions, major patterns were revealed by spot samples. Contrary to vegetation, short-lived and well-dispersed microorganisms already reflected the new pH/calcium gradient. |
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