There have been five Mass Extinction events in the history of Earth's biodiversity, all caused
by dramatic but natural phenomena. It has been claimed that the Sixth Mass Extinction may …

In this overview (introductory article to a special issue including 14 papers), we consider all
main types of natural and artificial inland freshwater habitas (fwh). For each type, we identify …

Groundwater represents a critical water source for plants, especially during drought, with
continuous groundwater availability widely associated with the presence of ecological …

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Springs sustain groundwater-dependent ecosystems and provide freshwater for human use.
Springs often occur because faults modify groundwater flow pathways leading to discharge …

Mediterranean spring ecosystems are unique habitats at the interface between surface
water and groundwater. These ecosystems support a remarkable array of biodiversity and …

An 'oasis' signifies a refugium of safety, recovery, relaxation, fertility, and productivity in an
inhospitable desert, a sweet spot in a barren landscape where life-giving water spills forth …

Conservation translocations are becoming more common to assist in the management of
threatened native species. While many translocation programs focus on maximizing survival …

The decline in aquifer water tables resulting from groundwater extraction and the impacts on
spring ecosystems is a recurring management issue throughout the world. This study from …

The tips in the tree of life serve as foci for conservation and management, yet clear
delimitations are masked by inherent variance at the species–population interface. Analyses …