Essays about: "anthropogenic factors"
Showing result 1 - 5 of 95 essays containing the words anthropogenic factors.
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1. The effect of the COVID-19 lockdown on the spatial ecology of moose in an area with high recreational activity
University essay from SLU/Dept. of Wildlife, Fish and Environmental StudiesAbstract : In diverse landscapes, the coexistence of wildlife habitat requirements and human land use often leads to conflicts, posing challenges for sustainable species management. Recreational activities, especially in sparsely populated areas, frequently disturb wildlife behavior, necessitating a comprehensive assessment of anthropogenic impacts on habitats. READ MORE
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2. Geomorphic change along the Rönne river : Effects caused by dams
University essay from Umeå universitet/Institutionen för ekologi, miljö och geovetenskapAbstract : Many rivers can shape their path through the landscape with erosion and deposition where the riverbed and riverbanks both shape the direction and energy of the flow. The river flow can erode the riverbanks and create meanders which is when the river creates bends in its path that become increasingly curved. READ MORE
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3. Non-native plants in mountain ecosystems. An exploration of plant diversity and its response to road disturbance and alien invasion.
University essay from Göteborgs universitet / Instiutionen för biologi och miljövetenskapAbstract : Understanding patterns of invasive plants becomes ever more important as anthropogenic presence continues to facilitate their spread. In mountainous landscapes, cases of establishment by nonnative species have become frequent, despite the environmentally unfavorable conditions for plants less adapted to the harsh climate. READ MORE
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4. Evaluation of River Restoration Measures: Interstitial Habitat Variables and Salmon Hatching Rates as Indicators of Success
University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för biologisk grundutbildning; Uppsala universitet/LimnologiAbstract : River ecosystems are some of the most complex ecosystems on Earth, characterized by a highly heterogenous environment which is able to sustain a disproportionally high level of biodiversity in relation to the area of which they occupy. However, anthropogenic activities are encroaching on the highly diverse riverine landscape, threatening freshwater biodiversity. READ MORE
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5. Identifying motivations and barriers to vegetarian diets--An exploratory study on young internationals in Sweden
University essay from Lunds universitet/Internationella miljöinstitutetAbstract : Our current food system is a significant contributor to anthropogenic greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, land and water use, biodiversity loss among other issues. In order to achieve the sustainability agendas, a shift in the food system is required. READ MORE