Flower Density Is More Important Than Habitat Type for Increasing Flower Visiting Insect Diversity
Joint Authors
Scriven, L. A.
Sweet, M. J.
Port, G. R.
Source
International Journal of Ecology
Issue
Vol. 2013, Issue 2013 (31 Dec. 2013), pp.1-12, 12 p.
Publisher
Hindawi Publishing Corporation
Publication Date
2013-05-30
Country of Publication
Egypt
No. of Pages
12
Main Subjects
Natural & Life Sciences (Multidisciplinary)
Biology
Abstract EN
Declines in flora and fauna are well documented and highlight the need to manage available habitats to benefit local biodiversity.
Between May and September in 2011 the number, composition, and diversity of flower visiting insects were assessed across eight sites, representing a range of habitats within an industrial site in the North East of England, UK.
There was no significant difference in insect assemblages between the sites selected, but there was a significant difference between the months surveyed.
Flower density was highlighted as the most important factor driving these changes between months and indicates that flower density is more important to a site for insect diversity than the presence of specific habitats.
Analysis of the insect communities each month allowed comparison of dominant insects to the flower density data, highlighting sites where management intervention could be initiated to benefit insect diversity, or alternatively specific management plans to encourage target species.
Furthermore, this study highlights the importance of correct data interpretation to answer specific management objectives and recommends analysing the insect community interactions to determine the dominant species present prior to undertaking any management of the site in question.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Scriven, L. A.& Sweet, M. J.& Port, G. R.. 2013. Flower Density Is More Important Than Habitat Type for Increasing Flower Visiting Insect Diversity. International Journal of Ecology،Vol. 2013, no. 2013, pp.1-12.
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Modern Language Association (MLA)
Scriven, L. A.…[et al.]. Flower Density Is More Important Than Habitat Type for Increasing Flower Visiting Insect Diversity. International Journal of Ecology No. 2013 (2013), pp.1-12.
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American Medical Association (AMA)
Scriven, L. A.& Sweet, M. J.& Port, G. R.. Flower Density Is More Important Than Habitat Type for Increasing Flower Visiting Insect Diversity. International Journal of Ecology. 2013. Vol. 2013, no. 2013, pp.1-12.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-456249
Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references
Record ID
BIM-456249