Ecology  (tagged articles)

Nature or Culture? The Anthropocene as Social Narrative

Kelly Power - Is it possible to objectively define the Anthropocene? This essay argues that whether or not it is precisely definable as a geological epoch, its true value, as a concept grounded in futurity, lies within the social realm. The origins of the term are discussed and... Keep Reading »
Photo: Rod Waddington SA-2

Applying the Centrifugal Organizational Model for Pastoralists and Other Competing Communities on the Ethiopian Landscape and the Shift to Agriculture After 1975

eliSabeth Noe - For the past four decades, pastoralist activities have been pushed to marginal areas in several regions of Ethiopia. This change was initiated by the Agrarian Land Reform Proclamation of 1974. Pastoralist activities prior to the agrarian reforms were strongly connected... Keep Reading »

Challenges to Mammal Migratory Route Conservation in North America

Cyrene Krey - Mammal migration between seasonal ranges can consist of relatively short distance migrations of a single individual as well as massive migrations involving thousands of individuals in a population. Understanding the varying migratory habits among species requires detailed... Keep Reading »

Effects of Conventional and Organic Agricultural Techniques on Soil Ecology

Nate Van Beilen - This paper explores the differing effects that conventional and organic agriculture have on soil ecosystems. The findings are primarily based on a review of published literature found in journal articles and government reports. Conventional agriculture is found to... Keep Reading »
Photo: Flickr/TabakoTheJaguar ND-2

Impacts and Assessment of the Endangered Snow Leopard: A Conservational Approach

Averil Jones - Overcoming the threats of the snow leopard with immediate action may be what will save this species from extinction. This report provides a brief overview both of the challenges faced by the snow leopard and the roles local people have taken in the decline and subsequent... Keep Reading »
 
 

The keyword Ecology is tagged in the following 14 articles.

Climate Change
2017, Vol. 9 No. 05
Nature or Culture? The Anthropocene as Social Narrative
By Kelly Power
Is it possible to objectively define the Anthropocene? This essay argues that whether or not it is precisely definable as a geological epoch, its true value, as a concept grounded in futurity, lies within the social realm. The origins of the term... Read Article »
Climate Change Anthropocene Ecology Biological Diversity Human Nature
Land Use
2016, Vol. 6 No. 1
Applying the Centrifugal Organizational Model for Pastoralists and Other Competing Communities on the Ethiopian Landscape and the Shift to Agriculture After 1975
By EliSabeth Noe
Published by Earth Common Journal
For the past four decades, pastoralist activities have been pushed to marginal areas in several regions of Ethiopia. This change was initiated by the Agrarian Land Reform Proclamation of 1974. Pastoralist activities prior to the agrarian reforms... Read Article »
Ethiopia Land Use Pastoralism Agriculture Agrarian Reform Habitat Use Sub-Saharan Africa Community Ecology
Conservation
2016, Vol. 8 No. 02
Challenges to Mammal Migratory Route Conservation in North America
By Cyrene Krey
Mammal migration between seasonal ranges can consist of relatively short distance migrations of a single individual as well as massive migrations involving thousands of individuals in a population. Understanding the varying migratory habits among... Read Article »
Conservation Ecology Animal Migration Mammals Habitat Biodiversity North America Animal Behavior
Agriculture
2016, Vol. 2016 No. 1
Effects of Conventional and Organic Agricultural Techniques on Soil Ecology
By Nate Van Beilen
Published by Center for Development and Strategy
This paper explores the differing effects that conventional and organic agriculture have on soil ecosystems. The findings are primarily based on a review of published literature found in journal articles and government reports. Conventional agriculture... Read Article »
Soil Ecology Sustainable Agriculture Biodiversity Monoculture Organic Agriculture Industrial Farming Food Production
Conservation
2015, Vol. 5 No. 1
Impacts and Assessment of the Endangered Snow Leopard: A Conservational Approach
By Averil Jones
Published by Earth Common Journal
Overcoming the threats of the snow leopard with immediate action may be what will save this species from extinction. This report provides a brief overview both of the challenges faced by the snow leopard and the roles local people have taken in... Read Article »
Conservation Wildlife Ecology Snow Leopard Endangered Species Biodiversity Climate Change Biodiversity Loss
Bioeconomics
2015, Vol. 6 No. 1
Pollinating Prices: Estimating the Relationship Between Honeybee Population and Almond Prices
By Seth Taylor
Published by Clocks and Clouds
This paper examines the potential effect of decreasing honeybee population on crop prices by estimating the relationship between honeybee population and the price of almonds over time. As a declining honeybee population becomes an increasingly salient... Read Article »
Bioeconomics Ecology Biodiversity Loss Honeybees Food Production Crop Yields Pollination Food Supply
Ecology
2015, Vol. 7 No. 12
Economic Impacts of the Conservation of the Mojave Shoulderband Snail (Helminthoglypta 'Coyote' Greggi)
By Cyrene Krey
The terrestrial Mojave Shoulderband Snail (Helminthoglypta (Coyote) greggi) is being considered for status and protection as an endangered species under the Endangered Species Act due to the recent construction of a mining operation in an area that... Read Article »
Biodiversity Ecology Endangered Species Act Mining Species Protection
Ecology
2015, Vol. 7 No. 10
Examination of Woodchuck (Marmota Monax) Burrowing Behavior and Relationship Between Burrow Diameter and Distance from Water
By Peter Rowe
Using data collected through field research at Tyler State Park in Pennsylvania, this study examines the characteristics of Woodchuck (Marmota monax) burrows along a creek tributary. This study finds that there is a robust positive correlation between... Read Article »
Woodchuck Habitat Use Ecology Wildlife Ecosystems Animal Behavior Burrowing Geomorphology Field Research
Biofuels
2015, Vol. 7 No. 09
Impact of Nitrogen Fertilization on Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Fungi Abundance in Association with Panicum Virgatum
By Elana V. Feldman
Energy researchers have recently taken interest in the use of switchgrass (Panicum virgatum) as a biofuel. Arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (AMF), which are known to increase plant acquisition of nutrients through a symbiotic relationship, may be used... Read Article »
Biofuels Biology Sustainable Agriculture Restoration Ecology Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Fungi Energy Production Alternative Energy
Teleosts
2015, Vol. 11 No. 2
Sodium Absorption in Summer and Winter Acclimated Freshwater Teleosts
By Katrina Thede
Published by Discussions
To maintain sodium (Na+) homeostasis in a hypotonic environment, freshwater teleosts must constantly absorb Na+ through their gills. Teleosts in temperate climates have the extra challenge of living in an environment in which ambient temperatures... Read Article »
Teleosts Sodium Transport Gills Ecology Freshwater Marine Life
Conservation
2013, Vol. 3 No. 1
Conserving China's Biodiversity
By Kevin Pyne
Published by Earth Common Journal
Over the past several decades, with the introduction of Ecology as a scientific pursuit, China has made advancements in ensuring the health and sustainability of its forests and biodiversity. A very large number of endemic plant and vertebrate species... Read Article »
Conservation Biodiversity China Ecology Forests Deforestation
Habitat Use
2008, Vol. 4 No. 1
Gharial (Gavialis gangeticus) Habitat Use and Behavior Analysis in Response to Repeated Aggression
By Leslie Sadowski
Published by Discussions
Gavialis gangeticus, the Indian gharial, is the only extant gharial species in the world. The gharial is a large crocodilian in the family Gavialidae and is characterized by a long snout. Due to its sparse numbers and increased habitat destruction... Read Article »
Habitat Use Indian Gharial Ecology
Wildlife Ecology
2008, Vol. 5 No. 1
Adaptations and Preferences of Wild Hummingbirds Introduced into a Captive Setting
By Joshua Barzilai
Published by Discussions
This case study focuses on the effects of avian introductions into a captive exhibit. Two hummingbirds, Colibri coruscans (sparkling violet eared) and Anthracothorax prevostii (green breasted mango), were both observed over an 8 week period as they... Read Article »
Ecology Wildlife Ecology Hummingbirds Captivity Wildlife
Ecology
2009, Vol. 5 No. 2
Effects of Simulated Deer Browsing Intensity and Fragmentation on Regenerative Dynamics of Acer saccharum Marsh. (Sugar Maple) Plants in Temperate Forests
By Ryan Miller
Published by Discussions
The deer browsing effects on the regeneration of woody plants in forested ecosystems is not fully understood. More can be learned by clipping plants in specific ways to mimic some aspect of a deer browsing regimen, especially intensity. Additionally... Read Article »
Ecology Habitat Use Wildlife Ecosystems Temperate Forests Deer

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