The Ecology of Natural Disturbance and Patch Dynamics

1st Edition - December 15, 1986

Editors: Steward T.A. Pickett, P. S. White

Paperback ISBN:

9 7 8 - 0 - 1 2 - 5 5 4 5 2 1 - 1

eBook ISBN:

9 7 8 - 0 - 0 8 - 0 5 0 4 9 5 - 7

Ecologists are aware of the importance of natural dynamics in ecosystems. Historically, the focus has been on the development in succession of equilibrium communities, which has… Read more

Image - The Ecology of Natural Disturbance and Patch Dynamics

Purchase Options

LIMITED OFFER

Save 50% on book bundles

Immediately download your ebook while waiting for your print delivery. No promo code is needed.

Ecologists are aware of the importance of natural dynamics in ecosystems. Historically, the focus has been on the development in succession of equilibrium communities, which has generated an understanding of the composition and functioning of ecosystems. Recently, many have focused on the processes of disturbances and the evolutionary significance of such events. This shifted emphasis has inspired studies in diverse systems. The phrase "patch dynamics" (Thompson, 1978) describes their common focus. The Ecology of Natural Disturbance and Patch Dynamics brings together the findings and ideas of those studying varied systems, presenting a synthesis of diverse individual contributions.