Insects are the major component of the world's biodiversity. By their vast numbers of both
species and individuals, they are vital determinants of the terrestrial ecological processes …

The increasing relevance and importance of the subject of landscape ecology to bio
geography are introduced. Research into landscape and plant community boundaries …

The effect of sharp edges between three different types of land use on the species richness
and structure of ant communities was examined in an agricultural landscape within Central …

Grasshopper assemblages were sampled in 44 plots in each of three adjacent sites in a 40-
year-old southern tall grassland experimental area in South Africa. Specific plots received …

Diversity patterns of amphipods, carabid beetles and ants were investigated in five naturally-
fragmented Afromontane forest remnants, and in the surrounding grassland matrix. Forests …

Fragmentation and modification of the landscape with increasing human population
pressure influences the movement patterns of animals. Butterfly flight paths are modified by …

With the scarcity of extensive, pristine land for new nature reserves it has become
increasingly important to reconcile man's activities with nature conservation. Midmar Dam …

An understanding of landscape patterns is now considered essential information in
developing programs for biological conservation. We examined the adequacy of …

This report is written within the framework of the Council of Europe's Committee of Experts
for the setting up of the Pan-European Ecological Network. It gives an overview of the …

CHAPTER 7 Page 1 CHAPTER 7 SUMMARY REPORT ON THE EFFECTS OF HUMAN
ACTIVITY ON GRAY WOLVES IN THE BOW RIVER VALLEY, BANFF NATIONAL PARK Paul C …