Invasive Species In Forests And Rangelands Of The United States

Author : Therese M. Poland,Toral Patel-Weynand,Deborah M. Finch,Chelcy Ford Miniat,Deborah C. Hayes,Vanessa M. Lopez
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 455 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2021-02-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783030453671

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Invasive Species in Forests and Rangelands of the United States by Therese M. Poland,Toral Patel-Weynand,Deborah M. Finch,Chelcy Ford Miniat,Deborah C. Hayes,Vanessa M. Lopez Pdf

This open access book describes the serious threat of invasive species to native ecosystems. Invasive species have caused and will continue to cause enormous ecological and economic damage with ever increasing world trade. This multi-disciplinary book, written by over 100 national experts, presents the latest research on a wide range of natural science and social science fields that explore the ecology, impacts, and practical tools for management of invasive species. It covers species of all taxonomic groups from insects and pathogens, to plants, vertebrates, and aquatic organisms that impact a diversity of habitats in forests, rangelands and grasslands of the United States. It is well-illustrated, provides summaries of the most important invasive species and issues impacting all regions of the country, and includes a comprehensive primary reference list for each topic. This scientific synthesis provides the cultural, economic, scientific and social context for addressing environmental challenges posed by invasive species and will be a valuable resource for scholars, policy makers, natural resource managers and practitioners.

Author : Richard V. Pouyat,Deborah S. Page-Dumroese,Toral Patel-Weynand,Linda H. Geiser
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 306 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2020-09-02
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783030452162

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Forest and Rangeland Soils of the United States Under Changing Conditions by Richard V. Pouyat,Deborah S. Page-Dumroese,Toral Patel-Weynand,Linda H. Geiser Pdf

This open access book synthesizes leading-edge science and management information about forest and rangeland soils of the United States. It offers ways to better understand changing conditions and their impacts on soils, and explores directions that positively affect the future of forest and rangeland soil health. This book outlines soil processes and identifies the research needed to manage forest and rangeland soils in the United States. Chapters give an overview of the state of forest and rangeland soils research in the Nation, including multi-decadal programs (chapter 1), then summarizes various human-caused and natural impacts and their effects on soil carbon, hydrology, biogeochemistry, and biological diversity (chapters 2–5). Other chapters look at the effects of changing conditions on forest soils in wetland and urban settings (chapters 6–7). Impacts include: climate change, severe wildfires, invasive species, pests and diseases, pollution, and land use change. Chapter 8 considers approaches to maintaining or regaining forest and rangeland soil health in the face of these varied impacts. Mapping, monitoring, and data sharing are discussed in chapter 9 as ways to leverage scientific and human resources to address soil health at scales from the landscape to the individual parcel (monitoring networks, data sharing Web sites, and educational soils-centered programs are tabulated in appendix B). Chapter 10 highlights opportunities for deepening our understanding of soils and for sustaining long-term ecosystem health and appendix C summarizes research needs. Nine regional summaries (appendix A) offer a more detailed look at forest and rangeland soils in the United States and its Affiliates.

Author : David D. Briske
Publisher : Springer
Page : 661 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2017-04-12
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783319467092

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Rangeland Systems by David D. Briske Pdf

This book is open access under a CC BY-NC 2.5 license. This book provides an unprecedented synthesis of the current status of scientific and management knowledge regarding global rangelands and the major challenges that confront them. It has been organized around three major themes. The first summarizes the conceptual advances that have occurred in the rangeland profession. The second addresses the implications of these conceptual advances to management and policy. The third assesses several major challenges confronting global rangelands in the 21st century. This book will compliment applied range management textbooks by describing the conceptual foundation on which the rangeland profession is based. It has been written to be accessible to a broad audience, including ecosystem managers, educators, students and policy makers. The content is founded on the collective experience, knowledge and commitment of 80 authors who have worked in rangelands throughout the world. Their collective contributions indicate that a more comprehensive framework is necessary to address the complex challenges confronting global rangelands. Rangelands represent adaptive social-ecological systems, in which societal values, organizations and capacities are of equal importance to, and interact with, those of ecological processes. A more comprehensive framework for rangeland systems may enable management agencies, and educational, research and policy making organizations to more effectively assess complex problems and develop appropriate solutions.

Author : Ravinder Kumar Kohli,Shibu Jose,Harminder Pal Singh,Daizy Rani Batish
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 456 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2008-09-09
Category : Nature
ISBN : 1420043382

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Invasive Plants and Forest Ecosystems by Ravinder Kumar Kohli,Shibu Jose,Harminder Pal Singh,Daizy Rani Batish Pdf

As the worldwide human population explodes and trade becomes increasingly globalized, the transboundary movement of plant species from their place of origin to foreign regions is escalating and expected to experience continued growth in the coming decades. Invasive Plants and Forest Ecosystems takes an informed and integrated approach to the current onslaught of invasive species, spotlighting the tremendous challenges they pose for natural resource managers charged with the maintenance of biological diversity and the sustainable production of forest wealth. It addresses the havoc these alien invaders are wrecking on native forest ecosystems and the staggering $300 billion annually in damage and control costs they incur. An Up-to-Date Synthesis of Invasive Plants, Their Impact, and Control Strategies Examining invasion ecology through both synthesis and original research chapters, this compilation gives a bird’s eye view of the ecological impact alien invaders have both in temperate and tropical climates. With internationally recognized contributors, this text explores the socioeconomic and policy aspects of adaptive collaborative management strategies that are crucial to controlling alien invasive plants. This book successfully captures the current state of knowledge surrounding this fast-growing ecological issue, making it an indispensable resource for those committed to the protection of global forestry and natural resources.

Author : Dix
Publisher : CreateSpace
Page : 138 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2015-01-03
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1505877652

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A Dynamic Invasive Species Research Vision by Dix Pdf

Invasive species significantly impact U.S. ecosystems and are one of the greatest threats to forest, rangeland, and urban forest health. They have contributed to increases in fire frequency and intensity; reduced water resources, forest growth, and timber; and negatively affected native species and their habitats throughout the United States. Global trade, climate change, and innovations in human transportation are just a few of the factors that have increased the rate of invasive species introduction and the costs associated with their prevention, quarantine, and management. Forest and rangeland managers urgently need effective management techniques to reduce invasive species' effects.

Author : James H. Miller,Erwin B. Chambliss,Nancy J. Loewenstein
Publisher : DIANE Publishing
Page : 136 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2011-08
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781437987454

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Field Guide for the Identification of Invasive Plants in Southern Forests by James H. Miller,Erwin B. Chambliss,Nancy J. Loewenstein Pdf

Invasions of non-native plants into forests of the Southern United States continue to go unchecked and only partially un-monitored. These infestations increasingly erode forest productivity, hindering forest use and management activities, and degrading diversity and wildlife habitat. Often called non-native, exotic, non-indigenous, alien, or noxious weeds, they occur as trees, shrubs, vines, grasses, ferns, and forbs. This guide provides information on accurate identification of the 56 non-native plants and groups that are currently invading the forests of the 13 Southern States. In additin, it lists other non-native plants of growing concern. Illustrations. This is a print on demand edition of an important, hard-to-find publication.

Author : National Invasive Species Council (U.S.)
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 78 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Biological invasions
ISBN : IND:30000076708522

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Meeting the Invasive Species Challenge by National Invasive Species Council (U.S.) Pdf

Author : A. S. McClay,Alberta. Alberta Sustainable Resource Development
Publisher : Alberta Public Affairs Bureau
Page : 126 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Biodiversity conservation
ISBN : CORNELL:31924101448631

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Costs and Threats of Invasive Species to Alberta's Natural Resources by A. S. McClay,Alberta. Alberta Sustainable Resource Development Pdf

This review focusses on invasive species affecting forestry, provincial grazing land, aquatic & wetland environments, and natural ecosystems in Alberta. Based largely on examination of the literature, major invasive species are listed under the following categories: terrestrial plants; terrestrial vertebrates; terrestrial invertebrates; aquatic organisms, including fish, plants, insects, mollusks, & protozoan parasites of fish; and plant & wildlife diseases. For each species, information is included on its status, geographic distribution, habitat, and economic & ecological impact. The review also discusses pathways & sources of new introductions and potential threats of new introductions in each species category. The final chapter presents an overall evaluation of invasive species & their impacts, pathways, and future risks. It also notes knowledge gaps.

Author : Environmental Law Institute
Publisher : Environmental Law Institute
Page : 116 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : Nature
ISBN : 1585760420

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Halting the Invasion by Environmental Law Institute Pdf

Author : Stephen B. Monsen
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 324 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Range management
ISBN : MINN:31951D029964610

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Restoring Western Ranges and Wildlands by Stephen B. Monsen Pdf

Author : Thammineni Pullaiah,Michael R. Ielmini
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 1488 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2021-04-21
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781119607038

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Invasive Alien Species by Thammineni Pullaiah,Michael R. Ielmini Pdf

INVASIVE ALIEN SPECIES Invasive Alien Species: Observations and Issues from Around the World Volume 1: Issues and Invasions in Africa Invasive alien species are spreading into new ecosystems each year. The impacts caused by these invaders can be swift and devastating. The topic of invasive alien species is large, complex, and globally significant at various scales, exacerbated by the globalization of world economies and increased trade and commerce that has overcome natural barriers to species movement. Invasive alien species threaten global food supplies, water quality and availability, and energy production and delivery. With the added risks associated with global climate change, the global homogenization of plants, animals, and microbes is a major factor in the decline in ecosystem health and ecosystem services worldwide. To counter this trend, there is a critical need to unify governments, cultures, and programs to improve cross-boundary coordination to effectively address the wide range of invasive alien species threats to the environment, economies, and to plant and animal health; particularly human health. This 4-volume work is the first to compile a set of useful material for key topics, to provide a better understanding of the overall global threat of invasive alien species and the diverse array of problems faced around the world, and assemble material that includes potential replicable solutions to overcome these threats. The books also highlight the threat posed by invasive alien species in terms of a global ‘call to action’. Since invasive species know no boundaries, it is our hope that by compiling material from different scientific and social perspectives around the world, and sharing knowledge and examples of a diverse array of associated topics, we can advance global awareness and improve unified national responses to the threat posed by invasive alien species.

Author : Giuseppe Mazza,Elena Tricarico
Publisher : CABI
Page : 208 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2018-07-13
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781786390981

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Invasive Species and Human Health by Giuseppe Mazza,Elena Tricarico Pdf

Invasive alien plants and animals are known for their disruption of ecosystems and threat to biodiversity. This book highlights their major impact on human health. This includes not only direct effects through contact with the species via bites, wounds and disease, but also indirect effects caused by changes induced in ecosystems by invasive species, such as more water hyacinth increasing mosquito levels and thereby the potential for malaria. Covering a wide range of case studies from different taxa (animals and plants), and giving an overview of the diverse impacts of invasive species on health in developed and developing countries, the book is a significant contribution that will help in prioritizing approaches to controlling invasive species and mitigating their health effects. It covers invasive plants, marine species, spiders and other arachnids, ticks and dust mites, insects, mosquitos and other diptera, freshwater species (invertebrates and fishes), amphibians and reptiles, birds and mammals. The broad spectrum of the analyzed case studies will ensure the appeal of the book to a wide public, including researchers of biological invasions, doctors, policy-makers and managers, and students of invasive species in ecology, animal and plant biology and public health medicine.

Author : Robert A. Francis
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 918 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2012-03-12
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781136461248

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A Handbook of Global Freshwater Invasive Species by Robert A. Francis Pdf

Invasive non-native species are a major threat to global biodiversity. Often introduced accidentally through international travel or trade, they invade and colonize new habitats, often with devastating consequences for the local flora and fauna. Their environmental impacts can range from damage to resource production (e.g. agriculture and forestry) and infrastructure (e.g. buildings, road and water supply), to human health. They consequently can have major economic impacts. It is a priority to prevent their introduction and spread, as well as to control them. Freshwater ecosystems are particularly at risk from invasions and are landscape corridors that facilitate the spread of invasives. This book reviews the current state of knowledge of the most notable global invasive freshwater species or groups, based on their severity of economic impact, geographic distribution outside of their native range, extent of research, and recognition of the ecological severity of the impact of the species by the IUCN. As well as some of the very well-known species, the book also covers some invasives that are emerging as serious threats. Examples covered include a range of aquatic and riparian plants, insects, molluscs, crustacea, fish, amphibians, reptiles and mammals, as well as some major pathogens of aquatic organisms. The book also includes overview chapters synthesizing the ecological impact of invasive species in fresh water and summarizing practical implications for the management of rivers and other freshwater habitats.

Author : United States. Forest Service
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 12 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Forest ecology
ISBN : MINN:31951P00976495Z

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Forest Service Research & Development by United States. Forest Service Pdf

Author : Carla C. Bossard,John M. Randall,Marc C. Hoshovsky
Publisher : Univ of California Press
Page : 366 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : Invasive plants
ISBN : 0520225465

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Invasive Plants of California's Wildlands by Carla C. Bossard,John M. Randall,Marc C. Hoshovsky Pdf

"Invasive nonnative plants threaten native species with habitat loss, displacement, and severe population declines, thus seriously reducing biodiversity. Invasive Plants of California's Wildlands is a tremendous source for land managers and others who are interested in protecting the rich natural heritage of California and surrounding states."--John C. Sawhill, President and CEO, The Nature Conservancy