News tagged with exotic species

Exotic manure is sure to lure the dung connoisseur

Although the preference of dung beetles for specific types and conditions of dung has been given substantial attention, little has been done to investigate their preference for dung from exotic mammals found on game farms ...

Biology / Ecology

created Apr 11, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Exotic plants do not necessarily become invasive

Introduced plant species do not necessarily have to outgrow indigenous plant species. That makes it difficult to predict the potential harm of exotic plants. NWO-funded researcher Annelein Meisner recently published an article ...

Biology / Ecology

created Dec 19, 2011 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

The risks and benefits of using poplars for biofuels

A potential solution for global energy demands is the use of Poplar, a fast-growing tree with high yields, for biofuels. To get the most out of Poplar plantations, varieties that are the best fit for the conditions—ones ...

Biology / Ecology

created Oct 14, 2010 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Invasive species threaten critical habitats, oyster among victims

A study of oyster reefs in a once-pristine California coastal estuary found them devastated by invasive Atlantic Coast crabs and snails, providing new evidence of the consequences when human activities move ...

Biology / Ecology

created Jul 17, 2009 | popularity not rated yet | comments 1

Exotic plant species are more widespread than native on Boston Harbor Islands

(PhysOrg.com) -- The recent findings by a team of Northeastern University ecologists studying plant life on the Boston Harbor Islands may advance societal efforts to stem the damage caused by invading exotic ...

Biology / Ecology

created May 14, 2009 | popularity 5 / 5 (2) | comments 0