Effects of Eucalyptus Plantations on Detritus, Decomposers, and Detritivores in Streams
Vast areas of the Iberian Peninsula are covered by monocultures of the exotic tree Eucalyptus globulus. Given that (1) leaf litter produced in the riparian areas is the main energy source for small streams, and (2) trees differ in their nutrient content, chemical defenses, and physical attributes, e...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Hindawi Limited
2002-01-01
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| Series: | The Scientific World Journal |
| Online Access: | http://dx.doi.org/10.1100/tsw.2002.193 |