Landscape Ecology - house journal of IALE
The Association works in close collaboration with Springer to produce the major journal in the field, Landscape Ecology . This journal, first time published in 1984, became the flagship journal in the rapidly developing fields of ecology and sustainability science of landscapes. The journal focuses on highly inter- and transdisciplinary studies, aggregating expertise from biological, geophysical, and social sciences to explore the formation, dynamics and consequences of spatial heterogeneity in natural and human-dominated landscapes. Members get free access to the journal. Below you'll find the most recentc articles published in Landscape Ecology:
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| Larval habitat suitability and landscape genetics of the mosquito Anopheles coluzzii on São Tomé and Príncipe islands | ||
| Freitag, 21. Februar 2025 | ||
| Abstract Context This study was conducted to contribute to the design of a field trial of a novel genetic strategy aimed at the elimination of malaria. The strategy involves the introduction, establishment and spread of a gene construct into natural populations of the malaria vector Anopheles coluzzii on the African islands of São Tomé and Príncipe (STP). The gene construct renders the mosquito incapable of transmitting the... | ||
| Nutrientscape ecology: a whole-system framework to support the understanding and management of coastal nutrient connectivity | ||
| Mittwoch, 19. Februar 2025 | ||
| Abstract Context Nutrient connectivity across landscapes and seascapes plays a fundamental role in shaping the structure and function of coastal ecosystems. A whole-system understanding of the spatial–temporal dynamics and ecological significance of nutrient connectivity is essential for developing more effective coastal management strategies. Objectives... | ||
| Integrating mechanistic models of landscape change and animal behavior to measure functional connectivity | ||
| Mittwoch, 19. Februar 2025 | ||
| Abstract Context As land-use change and climate change transform landscapes globally, increases in habitat fragmentation and shifts in habitat composition present challenges for the conservation of wildlife. Behavioral approaches to landscape ecology can explore how animal movement across complex landscapes can drive ecological processes like functional connectivity. By integrating mechanisms that link landscape change to... | ||
| Multiscale analysis of climate, habitat, and host relationships to predict blacklegged tick presence and abundance in Ohio, USA | ||
| Mittwoch, 19. Februar 2025 | ||
| Abstract Context Ixodes scapularis (the blacklegged tick) is a prominent disease vector that has rapidly expanded across eastern North America in recent decades due to land use and climate change. Predictive modeling is popular for ecological inference and disease management, but few models have considered the multiscale tick and host relationships that drive blacklegged tick expansion... | ||
| UAV hyperspectral-thermal-lidar fusion in phenotyping: genetic trait differences among Fremont cottonwood populations | ||
| Mittwoch, 19. Februar 2025 | ||
| Abstract Context Climate change is causing landscape shifts and locally-adapted plants are becoming increasingly maladapted. As a foundation species, Fremont cottonwood facilitates adaptation to changing climate for the whole community. Populations within this species, however, have varying adaptive responses and facilitative capacity due to genetic variation. It is important to identify these differences to inform landscape... | ||
| Using the research-through-designing lens to advance landscape sustainability | ||
| Freitag, 14. Februar 2025 | ||
| Abstract Context In the U.S., landscape architecture researchers are interested in how “research through designing” as a lens (RTD lens) can advance the understanding of how designed landscapes can contribute to landscape sustainability. These scholars provide evidence of why spatial design is an effective research strategy for investigating and evaluating which designed landscapes are optimal for the sustainability of... | ||
| Applications of unoccupied aerial systems (UAS) in landscape ecology: a review of recent research, challenges and emerging opportunities | ||
| Samstag, 08. Februar 2025 | ||
| Abstract Context Unoccupied aerial systems/vehicles (UAS/UAV, a.k.a. drones) have become an increasingly popular tool for ecological research. But much of the recent research is concerned with developing mapping and detection approaches, with few studies attempting to link UAS data to ecosystem processes and function. Landscape ecologists have long used high resolution imagery and spatial analyses to address ecological... | ||
| The governance of the coastal region: evolutionary changes in the conceptualisation and integration of landscape in Portuguese coastal planning institutions | ||
| Freitag, 07. Februar 2025 | ||
| Abstract Context Coastal landscapes are unique and fragile socio-ecological systems, yet despite political and scientific efforts toward integrated coastal governance, challenges such as fragmented approaches, multiple boundaries, and inadequate policy integration persist. While landscape governance offers significant potential for rethinking coastal governance by emphasising the integrative power of landscapes, many scientific... | ||
| Canopy cover has divergent effects on movement of closely related bumble bees in managed conifer forest landscapes | ||
| Freitag, 07. Februar 2025 | ||
| Abstract Context Functional connectivity—the degree to which landscape features facilitate or impede movement among resource patches—affects animal survival, health, and ability to cope with environmental changes. This is particularly important in heterogeneous landscapes prone to rapid change, such as intensively managed forests. Objectives... | ||
| Temperature influences resource selection and predation risk tolerance in a climate generalist | ||
| Donnerstag, 06. Februar 2025 | ||
| Abstract Context Thermal conditions can influence animal behavior and predator–prey dynamics. Understanding the effects of temperature on animals and their interactions is of increasing importance given predictions for global warming. Objectives We determined how temperature influenced avoidance of risky areas and habitat selection in a... | ||
| Can camera traps predict habitat-species associations? A comparison with GPS-based habitat selection in red deer | ||
| Mittwoch, 05. Februar 2025 | ||
| Abstract Context Camera traps are widely used in ecological studies, including analyses of habitat use. However, the relationships between animal spatial behavior and landscape features obtained with camera traps have seldom been compared to those obtained with more established methods. Objectives We evaluated the use of camera trap data to... | ||
| Designing biodiversity-friendly landscapes: the effects of landscape heterogeneity across scales on bird species richness in Taiwan | ||
| Mittwoch, 05. Februar 2025 | ||
| Abstract Context Promoting heterogeneous landscapes could help to reduce the negative impacts of habitat conversion on biota, especially for countries with limited lands. However, the benefits of landscape heterogeneity can vary among spatial scales and taxa. Objectives To design biodiversity-friendly landscapes, we use nationwide bird survey... | ||
| Microclimate temperature effects propagate across scales in forest ecosystems | ||
| Montag, 03. Februar 2025 | ||
| Abstract Context Forest canopies shape subcanopy environments, affecting biodiversity and ecosystem processes. Empirical forest microclimate studies are often restricted to local scales and short-term effects, but forest dynamics unfold at landscape scales and over long time periods. Objectives We developed the first explicit and dynamic... | ||
| Refining the Florida ecological greenways network for improved landscape planning and conservation prioritization | ||
| Freitag, 31. Januar 2025 | ||
| Abstract Context The Florida Ecological Greenways Network (FEGN), established in the mid-1990s, was developed to combat habitat loss and fragmentation from rapid population growth. Over the past 30 years, the FEGN has been pivotal in identifying areas essential for biodiversity and ecosystem services to support conservation land acquisition programs including Florida Forever and the Rural and Family Lands Protection Program... | ||
| Land sharing, land sparing, and Triad forestry: modeling forest composition, diversity, and carbon storage under climate change and natural disturbances | ||
| Dienstag, 28. Januar 2025 | ||
| Abstract Context Forests are vital renewable resources for timber, while also serving as carbon reservoirs and habitats for many terrestrial species. However, there are tradeoffs between timber production and other ecosystem services, such as carbon storage and biodiversity, highlighting the need for new management strategies that more effectively balance these tradeoffs. This case study models the effectiveness of four such... | ||
| Stark differences across flood risk zones in the Mississippi River floodplain landscape are revealed by an occupancy survey of Missouri swamp rabbits (Sylvilagus aquaticus) | ||
| Montag, 27. Januar 2025 | ||
| Abstract Context Flood protection zones in the Lower Mississippi Alluvial Valley, the often-inundated unprotected side or “batture” and the intermittently flooded protected side, are a juxtaposition of sharply different landscapes and ecological conditions. Swamp rabbits (Sylvilagus aquaticus), an indicator species for bottomland hardwood forests, inhabit both zones in the southeastern USA. Though the batture side of the... | ||
| From sky to ground: decoding migratory bird’s habitat selection along the multi-scale sequence | ||
| Montag, 27. Januar 2025 | ||
| Abstract Context Migratory birds select habitats by observing landscape patterns at different scales as they descend from higher elevations, weighing habitat availability. Understanding how this selection process operates at multiple scales and how decisions at different scales interact is crucial for identifying the optimal scale for efficient habitat conservation... | ||
| Heterogeneous impacts of and vulnerabilities to the COVID-19 pandemic | ||
| Samstag, 25. Januar 2025 | ||
| Abstract Context The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted all sectors of society, with effects that have been acutely experienced at the local, national, regional, and global levels. Objectives This study examined the heterogeneous impacts of and vulnerability to COVID-19 for promoting urban sustainability and resilience... | ||
| Variability in the impact of linear transportation infrastructures on gene flow in French wild ungulate populations | ||
| Freitag, 24. Januar 2025 | ||
| Abstract Context Linear Transportation Infrastructures (LTIs) are among the largest factors responsible for landscape fragmentation, in turn increasing population isolation. In this context, studies have mainly focused on a single species’ response to barrier elements and mitigation thereof. Yet, the implementation of conservation strategies to restore landscape connectivity may be challenging when multi-specific responses... | ||
| Citizen science reveals socio-economic influences on solitary bee abundance across multiple scales in a Global South city | ||
| Donnerstag, 23. Januar 2025 | ||
| Abstract Context Urban ecosystems exhibit complex biodiversity patterns influenced by both socio-economic and ecological factors. While the role of ecological factors is widely recognised, the relationships between socio-economic and ecological factors, particularly across various spatial scales and considering both landscape composition and configuration, remains underexplored. This limits our understanding of urban... | ||