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Delve into the intricate world of landscape ecology by exploring concepts such as landscapes, fragmentation, patch size, and diversity. Uncover the significance of borders and edges, island biogeography, corridors, and disturbance in shaping ecosystems. Learn about the theory of island biogeography, the importance of patch size and shape for species diversity, and the impact of disturbance on landscapes. Discover how Geographic Information Systems can be a powerful tool for studying shifting mosaics of landscapes.
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Landscape ecology Outline: Landscapes Borders and edges, fragmentation, patch size, diversity Island biogeography Corridors Disturbance Readings: Chapters 19
woodland grassland
Disturbance regime • Intensity • Scale • Frequency
Geographic information systems: powerful tool to study landscapes