Article
Limnology
Rosanna van Hespen, Zhan Hu, Yisheng Peng, Zhenchang Zhu, Tom Ysebaert, Tjeerd J. Bouma
Summary: This study investigates the variation in tolerance to sediment dynamics among different mangrove species and identifies the relationships between seedling morphology and sediment accretion and erosion thresholds. The results suggest that mangrove seedlings adopt distinct strategies for successful establishment in sediment dynamics, which contributes to understanding mangrove zonation and underpins the importance of restoring diverse forests.
LIMNOLOGY AND OCEANOGRAPHY
(2022)
Article
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
Thorsten Balke, Alejandra Vovides, Christian Schwarz, Gail L. Chmura, Cai Ladd, Mohammad Basyuni
Summary: The study introduces the design, calibration, and application of the Mini Buoy, a low-cost underwater float with an acceleration data logger for monitoring tidal inundation characteristics and current velocities. The Mini Buoy can provide valuable information for several months, including submersion time and current velocities during submergence.
HYDROLOGY AND EARTH SYSTEM SCIENCES
(2021)
Article
Plant Sciences
Donald A. Levin
Summary: The production of polyploid individuals within local populations is widespread, but their establishment is limited by insufficient seed production and propagule pressure. More research is needed to understand the impact of propagule pressure on the establishment of local polyploid populations.
Article
Forestry
Sarawan Hongwiset, Chadtip Rodtassana, Sasitorn Poungparn, Suthathip Umnouysin, Akira Komiyama
Summary: The study focused on how soil properties, including salinity and nutrient budget, affect mangrove roots in different seasons and zones. Results showed that in the wet season, the riverward Avicennia zone had the highest root biomass, suggesting spatial heterogeneity in the root sphere of mangrove ecosystems.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Erik S. Yando, Scott F. Jones, Mark W. Hester
Summary: The dispersal and establishment dynamics of mangrove propagules in a salt marsh-mangrove ecotone were studied, revealing significant export of propagules and disparity between dispersal and establishment dynamics. Most retained propagules stayed at their original elevations, while peak seedling density occurred at elevations flooded 20-40% of the time.
ESTUARIES AND COASTS
(2021)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Wong Yun Yun, Foong Swee Yeok, Wang Youshao, Dai Lu, Mao Limi, Goh Thian Lai
Summary: The propagule dispersal pattern of two common mangrove species, Avicennia marina and Rhizophora apiculata, was studied at a mangrove fringed coast. The study found that A. marina had a higher dispersal rate and better growth compared to R. apiculata. However, both species failed to establish at the study site due to strong wave current and unfavourable soil condition.
Article
Ecology
Saverio Perri, Matteo Detto, Amilcare Porporato, Annalisa Molini
Summary: This study aims to explore the impact of salinity on mangrove forests and finds that high salinity limits the height of mangroves. High salinity selects for more salt-tolerant species, which are usually less productive and have slower growth, resulting in reduced canopy height. This finding is important for assessing the resilience of mangrove forests to climate change.
GLOBAL ECOLOGY AND BIOGEOGRAPHY
(2023)
Article
Biology
Alejandra G. Vovides, Marie-Christin Wimmler, Falk Schrewe, Thorsten Balke, Martin Zwanzig, Cyril Piou, Etienne Delay, Jorge Lopez-Portillo, Uta Berger
Summary: Root grafts, the union of roots of different trees, are common and may reduce stress and facilitate resource exchange. Research shows that the probability and frequency of root grafting increase with environmental stress, leading to smaller group sizes of trees within grafted groups.
COMMUNICATIONS BIOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Mechanics
L. Chiapponi, T. Zemach, D. Petrolo, M. Ungarish, S. Longo
Summary: This study presents experimental research on gravity currents with internal stratification in a semicircular channel. The experiments show good agreement with the theoretical model, especially for the full depth configuration.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF MECHANICS B-FLUIDS
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ji Hu, Wei Guan, Huai Chen
Summary: This study examined methane fluxes from different regions of a freshwater river in a tropical mangrove forest using floating chambers. Results showed that methane flux varied among the regions, with the lowest flux at downstream, highest at upstream, and intermediate at midstream. Methane flux also varied with seasons, with higher flux in rainy seasons. Additionally, methane flux was significantly correlated with water temperature and atmospheric pressure.
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Johanna Bradie, Matteo Rolla, Sarah A. Bailey, Hugh J. MacIsaac
Summary: Ballast water is a major pathway for introducing non-indigenous aquatic species, which can cause significant ecological damage. While most international ships will install a ballast water management system (BWMS) by 2024, variations in water quality at global ports or system malfunctions may limit their effectiveness. This study investigated the risk of non-indigenous species establishment associated with BWMS inoperability and proposed potential mitigation strategies.
JOURNAL OF APPLIED ECOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Plant Sciences
Yingnan Wang, Junyu Liu, Fan Yang, Wanli Zhou, Shuang Mao, Jixiang Lin, Xiufeng Yan
Summary: The study reveals differential metabolic responses in the cotyledons and roots of castor seedlings under salt stress, indicating different physiological strategies adopted by these two organs in response to salt stress. Enrichment analysis of metabolic pathways and metabolite profiling provide important insights into the growth and development of castor seedlings under salt stress.
PLANT PHYSIOLOGY AND BIOCHEMISTRY
(2021)
Article
Plant Sciences
Janaina dos Santos Garcia, Daniela Boanares, Marcel Giovanni Costa Franca, Sershen, Jorge Lopez-Portillo
Summary: This study evaluated the relationship between foliar water uptake (FWU) and morpho-anatomical traits in different mangrove species. The results showed inter-species differences in FWU and grouped the species based on their morpho-anatomical attributes. The study suggests that mangrove species take up atmospheric water at different rates and strategies based on their morpho-anatomical traits.
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Johanna N. Bradie, Sarah A. Bailey
Summary: Despite the disconnect between scientific research and applied management, a science-based decision support tool developed in partnership with Transport Canada helps prioritize ships for regulatory compliance inspections. This tool combines information on environmental matching and introduction effort to estimate risk of species establishment, bridging the gap between academic knowledge and day-to-day operations.
JOURNAL OF APPLIED ECOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Rachel S. Smith, Jeffrey Beauvais, James E. Byers
Summary: The study in Florida shows that mangrove establishment can be affected by the number of seedlings and nutrient factors in mangrove-dominated fringe habitats and marsh-dominated interior habitats. During spring tides, mangroves may influence the retention of mangrove nutrients, while in fringe habitats, most propagules are lost regardless of structural treatment.
ESTUARIES AND COASTS
(2022)