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Elevational changes in a neotropical Fig (Ficus spp.) community in North Western Ecuador

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posted on 2023-06-07, 22:53 authored by S Shanee, Mika PeckMika Peck
Differences in primary production levels at high elevations sites have a direct impact on the numbers, and types, of fauna that areas of tropical forest can support. We investigated the effects of increasing elevation on a Neotropical fig (Ficus spp.) community in the Andean Choco region of Ecuador. Results show that there is a significant reduction in mean density of fig trees (p = 0.01), likewise mean basal area decreases with increasing elevation (p < 0.05). Causes are suggested and the possible consequences of this on frugivores is discussed.

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  • Published

Journal

Journal of Biogeosciences and Forestry

ISSN

1971-7458

Volume

1

Page range

104-106

Pages

3.0

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  • Evolution, Behaviour and Environment Publications

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  • Yes

Legacy Posted Date

2012-02-06

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