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Ecology
Rossella Boscolo Brusa, Alessandra Feola, Federica Cacciatore, Emanuele Ponis, Adriano Sfriso, Piero Franzoi, Matteo Lizier, Paolo Peretti, Bruno Matticchio, Nicola Baccetti, Valerio Volpe, Luigi Maniero, Andrea Bonometto
Summary: The Habitat Directive of European Union recognizes the Coastal Lagoons as priority habitats due to the threat of their disappearance. Restoration of these habitats can follow natural or ecological approaches, and a methodological approach is detailed with five key issues: environmental context, desired state, policies and socio-economic context, typology of recovery, and monitoring methods. The LIFE Lagoon Refresh project in the Venice Lagoon is presented as a case study, including actions such as freshwater diversion, morphological restoration, transplants, and reduction of hunting and fishing pressures.
FRONTIERS IN ECOLOGY AND EVOLUTION
(2022)
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Environmental Sciences
Jinlan Lin, Sixuan He, Xinming Liu, Zhongjian Huang, Meng Li, Bin Chen, Wenjia Hu
Summary: This study proposes a novel framework for mapping the distribution and disturbance of degraded coastal wetland vegetation using a species distribution model and geographical detector. The study focuses on the province of Guangxi in China, where suitable habitats for seagrass and seaweed vegetation types were identified. The study also analyzed anthropogenic disturbance factors and found shoreline development to have the strongest impact on both vegetation types. The results provide important information for wetland vegetation conservation and support site planning for seagrass and seaweed conservation and restoration.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2024)
Article
Ecology
Alice Newton, Miguel Canedo-Arguelles, David March, Priscila Goela, Sonia Cristina, Marta Zacarias, John Icely
Summary: The Ria Formosa is a significant transitional and coastal lagoon in Portugal that provides valuable ecosystem services. This study investigates the effectiveness of management interventions, such as wastewater treatment plant implementation and dredging, on the water quality of the lagoon system. The results show a decrease in nutrient concentration after these measures, indicating their effectiveness. However, further management actions are still needed to improve the overall ecological status.
FRONTIERS IN ECOLOGY AND EVOLUTION
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Juan Santos-Echeandia, Patricia Bernardez, Paula Sanchez-Marin
Summary: The levels of metals in the waters of the Mar Menor lagoon are higher in the southern zone compared to the northern zone, due to historical and recent inputs from the Sierra Minera Cartagena-La Uni’on located south of the lagoon. Strong winds cause sediment resuspension, leading to increased metal levels in both the dissolved and particulate fractions. Future research should focus on how unique environmental events, intensified by global change, impact metal cycles in highly anthropized coastal areas.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Ecology
Rumki Khatun, Swapan Talukdar, Swades Pal, Tamal Kanti Saha, Susanta Mahato, Sandipta Debanshi, Indrajit Mandal
Summary: This study investigated the vulnerability state of wetland habitat due to damming using machine learning models, finding differences in vulnerability states before and after damming. The study showed significant changes in wetland vulnerability status post-damming, with the PSO-RBF model identified as the most suitable representative model.
ECOLOGICAL INFORMATICS
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Adriano Sfriso, Alessandro Buosi, Chiara Facca, Andrea Augusto Sfriso, Yari Tomio, Abdul-Salam Juhmani, Marion Adelheid Wolf, Piero Franzoi, Luca Scapin, Emanuele Ponis, Michele Cornello, Federico Rampazzo, Daniela Berto, Claudia Gion, Federica Oselladore, Rossella Boscolo Brusa, Andrea Bonometto
Summary: The paper discusses the results of a 4-year project on aquatic angiosperm transplants in the Venice Lagoon, which successfully restored meadows in areas affected by eutrophication, pollution, and overexploitation of resources. The project demonstrated rapid ecological recovery and cost-effectiveness through small-scale interventions and stakeholder participation, making it easily transferable to similar environments.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Louise Turpin, Katia Diadema, Arnault Lalanne, Maelle Le Berre, Guillaume Papuga, Olivier Argagnon
Summary: This study aims to develop a simple prioritization method for habitats and analyze their conservation values in the French Mediterranean region. The method calculates a score based on legal obligation, territorial responsibility, conservation condition, and local interests and objectives. The results highlight the high conservation priority of dune habitats and provide guidance for habitat conservation strategies.
JOURNAL FOR NATURE CONSERVATION
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Agnes Mittermayr, Bryan Legare, Mark Borrelli
Summary: This study used the Coastal and Marine Ecological Classification Standard (CMECS) to create standardized maps of habitats and biotopes in a salt marsh lagoon. The research focused on East Harbor in Cape Cod, MA, USA, which had undergone restoration efforts to restore tidal flow. The study found strong links between abiotic variables and species distribution in East Harbor.
ESTUARIES AND COASTS
(2022)
Article
Marine & Freshwater Biology
Filipe Parreira, Begona Martinez-Crego, Carlos Manuel Lourenco Afonso, Margarida Machado, Frederico Oliveira, Jorge Manuel dos Santos Goncalves, Rui Santos
Summary: The invasive species Caulerpa prolifera in Ria Formosa lagoon may negatively impact local biodiversity and fisheries.
ESTUARINE COASTAL AND SHELF SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Tao Bao, Gensuo Jia, Xiyan Xu
Summary: The study examined methane emissions from different types of wetlands in the pan-Arctic region, revealing that CH4 emissions are influenced by environmental factors such as water table, soil temperature, and plant functional types. The results underscore the significant role of wetland heterogeneity in determining the strength of CH4 emissions.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Xiaoping Sun, Jiamin Shen, Yang Xiao, Shuang Li, Mingchang Cao
Summary: The Yancheng coastal wetland is an important habitat for migratory waterbirds. This study used survey data and modeling techniques to evaluate the habitat suitability and identify protection gaps and potential corridors for waterbirds in the wetland. The results can provide scientific support for the conservation and improvement of waterbird diversity in the Yancheng coastal wetland.
ECOLOGICAL INDICATORS
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Marine
Mengxuan He, Ziling Dai, Xunqiang Mo, Zhengwang Zhang, Jin Liu, Weipan Lei, Weiqing Meng, Beibei Hu, Wenbin Xu
Summary: This study investigated the dynamics of wetland bird communities from 2015 to 2019, analyzing their ecotypes, classifications, and threat categories. The results showed an inverse relationship between species richness and bird abundance, with swimming birds being the dominant ecotype and Anseriformes having the highest abundance. The composition of the bird community was significantly influenced by building land and farmland, suggesting the importance of maintaining connectivity between protected areas and their surroundings for effective biodiversity management.
JOURNAL OF MARINE SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
(2023)
Review
Geochemistry & Geophysics
Pei Xin, Alicia Wilson, Chengji Shen, Zhenming Ge, Kevan B. Moffett, Isaac R. Santos, Xiaogang Chen, Xinghua Xu, Yvonne Y. Y. Yau, Willard Moore, Ling Li, D. A. Barry
Summary: Salt marshes are important ecosystems that provide essential ecological services, but they have been lost globally due to human activities and climate change. The interactions between tidal water and groundwater in salt marshes affect plant growth and biogeochemical exchange with coastal water. However, there are still significant knowledge gaps regarding the hydrological and ecological links in salt marshes and the challenges they face.
REVIEWS OF GEOPHYSICS
(2022)
Review
Biodiversity Conservation
Simonetta Bagella
Summary: Mediterranean Temporary Ponds (MTPs) are valuable habitats for rare organisms, yet they are at risk of disappearing. This study examines the focus and gaps in research on MTPs, as well as the distribution and components of the ecosystem. The results show a strong scientific interest in MTPs, but also reveal problems such as lack of attention to certain aspects and geographical gaps. Practical conservation actions should be improved for long-term preservation of this habitat.
BIODIVERSITY AND CONSERVATION
(2023)
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Michael Sievers, Christopher J. Brown, Christina A. Buelow, Ryan M. Pearson, Mischa P. Turschwell, Maria Fernanda Adame, Laura Griffiths, Briana Holgate, Thomas S. Rayner, Vivitskaia J. D. Tulloch, Mahua Roy Chowdhury, Philine S. E. zu Ermgassen, Shing Yip Lee, Ana I. Lillebo, Brendan Mackey, Paul S. Maxwell, Anusha Rajkaran, Ana I. Sousa, Rod M. Connolly
Summary: Global conservation initiatives and policy instruments rely on ecosystem indicators to track progress towards targets and objectives. Interrelationships among 34 indicators for coastal wetlands were studied, resulting in the development of 28 different typologies of wetland status. Specific actions may have positive outcomes for wetlands across regions facing similar issues, helping to reduce threats to species and habitats.
ECOLOGICAL INDICATORS
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
S. Galle, M. Grippa, C. Peugeot, I. Bouzou Moussa, B. Cappelaere, J. Demarty, E. Mougin, G. Panthou, P. Adjomayi, E. K. Agbossou, A. Ba, M. Boucher, J-M Cohard, M. Descloitres, L. Descroix, M. Diawara, M. Dossou, G. Favreau, F. Gangneron, M. Gosset, B. Hector, P. Hiernaux, B-A Issoufou, L. Kergoat, E. Lawin, T. Lebel, A. Legchenko, M. Malam Abdou, O. Malam-Issa, O. Mamadou, Y. Nazoumou, T. Pellarin, G. Quantin, B. Sambou, J. Seghieri, L. Seguis, J-P Vandervaere, T. Vischel, J-M Vouillamoz, A. Zannou, S. Afouda, A. Alhassane, M. Arjounin, H. Barral, R. Biron, F. Cazenave, V Chaffard, J-P Chazarin, H. Guyard, A. Kone, I Mainassara, A. Mamane, M. Oi, T. Ouani, N. Soumaguel, M. Wubda, E. E. Ago, I. C. Alle, A. Allies, F. Arpin-Pont, B. Awessou, G. Charvet, C. Casse, C. Dardel, A. Depeyre, F. B. Diallo, T. Do, C. Fatras, F. Frappart, L. Gal, T. Gascon, F. Gibon, I Guiro, A. Ingatan, J. Kempf, D. O. Kotchoni, F. M. A. Lawson, C. Leauthaud, S. Louvet, E. Mason, C. C. Nguyen, B. Perrimond, C. Pierre, A. Richard, E. Robert, C. Roman-Cascon, C. Velluet, C. Wilcox
VADOSE ZONE JOURNAL
(2018)
Article
Plant Sciences
Guillaume Papuga, Rossella Filigheddu, Perrine Gauthier, Emmanuele Farris
PLANT ECOLOGY & DIVERSITY
(2019)
Article
Plant Sciences
Hugo Fontes, Antoine Gazaix, Guillaume Papuga
Article
Environmental Sciences
Aubin Allies, Jerome Demarty, Albert Olioso, Ibrahim Bouzou Moussa, Hassane Bil-Assanou Issoufou, Cecile Velluet, Malik Bahir, Ibrahim Mainassara, Monique Oi, Jean-Philippe Chazarin, Bernard Cappelaere
Article
Marine & Freshwater Biology
Marion Menu, Guillaume Papuga, Frederic Andrieu, Guilhem Debarros, Xavier Fortuny, Samuel Alleaume, Estelle Pitard
Summary: The conservation of wetlands and their resilience capacities are important worldwide. Utilizing remote sensing images and a vegetation index, along with field surveys, can provide valuable insights into the occupation and coverage of seagrass species, aiding in the understanding of wetland issues. Sentinel-2 data with frequent revisit times and high spatial resolution can be used to map grassbeds, track seasonal dynamics, and facilitate long-term studies for the management of natural reserves.
ESTUARINE COASTAL AND SHELF SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Emilie Delogu, Albert Olioso, Aubin Allies, Jerome Demarty, Gilles Boulet
Summary: Continuous daily estimates of evapotranspiration (ET) are crucial for water management in agriculture. This study evaluates the performance of different reference quantities in reconstructing seasonal ET from sparse estimates, highlighting the importance of revisit frequency for accurate results. Additionally, simple methods like using global radiation can provide robust estimates at a seasonal scale.
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Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Aubin Allies, Antoine Roumiguie, Remy Fieuzal, Jean-Francois Dejoux, Anne Jacquin, Amanda Veloso, Luc Champolivier, Frederic Baup
Summary: This article investigates the potential of assimilating synthetic aperture radar (SAR)-derived dry mass (DM) and optically derived green area index (GAI) in an agro-meteorological model for better rapeseed crops modeling. The results show that the assimilation of both SAR and optical data allows for better control of the model, offering promise as a decision support tool for farmers and decision makers.
IEEE JOURNAL OF SELECTED TOPICS IN APPLIED EARTH OBSERVATIONS AND REMOTE SENSING
(2022)
Article
Ecology
Jan Perret, Anne Charpentier, Roger Pradel, Guillaume Papuga, Aurelien Besnard
Summary: Population size is a crucial parameter for ecological research and conservation planning. Choosing the right sample design for aggregated populations is difficult due to limited studies. This research compares the precision of estimates between three sampling methods for aggregated populations using simulations and field counts of plant species.
METHODS IN ECOLOGY AND EVOLUTION
(2022)
Article
Ecology
Arne Saatkamp, Olivier Argagnon, Virgile Noble, Marie Finocchiaro, Eric Meineri
Summary: This study analyzed vegetation and climate data in southern France from 1980 to 2020, and found that there have been changes in the temperature and moisture requirements of plants, with a more significant change in temperature requirements at low altitudes. The results indicate that the boundary between the Mediterranean and temperate belts has shifted upwards by 150 and 300 meters respectively.
GLOBAL ECOLOGY AND BIOGEOGRAPHY
(2023)
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Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Aubin Allies, Antoine Roumiguie, Jean-Francois Dejoux, Remy Fieuzal, Anne Jacquin, Amanda Veloso, Luc Champolivier, Frederic Baup
Summary: This study evaluates the potential of using multitemporal and multiorbital remote sensing data in microwave and optical domains to derive rapeseed biophysical parameters. The results demonstrate the complementarity of SAR and optical data for rapeseed crop monitoring and the promising improvement in predictive power with new indicators.
IEEE JOURNAL OF SELECTED TOPICS IN APPLIED EARTH OBSERVATIONS AND REMOTE SENSING
(2021)
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Alfonso Balmori
Summary: This article discusses the potential negative effects of radio tagging on wild animals. While it is a valuable technique for gathering information, it is important to be aware of and study the possible issues it may cause to ensure the well-being of the animals.
JOURNAL FOR NATURE CONSERVATION
(2024)
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
D. F. Castillo, N. C. Caruso
Summary: Understanding the distribution and ecological niche of hog-nosed skunks is crucial for their conservation. This study used species occurrence records and environmental variables to estimate suitable areas and key factors influencing their distribution. The results showed that temperature and tree presence are important variables. Additionally, areas of high habitat suitability for hog-nosed skunks are underrepresented in protected areas.
JOURNAL FOR NATURE CONSERVATION
(2024)