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Data from: Impacts of dead-wood manipulation on the biodiversity of temperate and boreal forests - A systematic review
Dead wood (DW) provides critical habitat for thousands of species in forests, but its amount, quality and diversity have been heavily reduced by forestry. Therefore, interventions aiming to increase DW might be necessary to support its associated biodiversity, even in protected forests, which may be former production forests. Our aim was to synthesise the current state of knowledge drawn from replicated experimental studies into solid quantitative evidence of the effects of DW manipulation on forest biodiversity, with a focus on protected forests. We conducted a full systematic review of effects of DW manipulation on forest biodiversity in boreal and temperate regions. We included three intervention types: creation of DW from live trees at the site, addition of DW from outside the site, and prescribed burning. Outcomes included abundance and species richness of saproxylic insects, ground insects, wood‐inhabiting fungi, lichens, reptiles and cavity‐nesting birds. In total, we included 91 studies, 37 of which were used in meta‐analyses. Although meta‐analysis outcomes were heterogeneous, they showed that increasing the amount of DW ("DW enrichment") has positive effects on the abundance and richness of saproxylic insects and fungi. The positive effect on saproxylic pest insect abundance tended to be less than that on saproxylic insects in general. No significant effects were found for ground insects or cavity‐nesting birds. Although reviewed studies were mainly short‐term, our results support that management that increases DW amounts has the potential to increase the abundance of DW‐dependent species and, in most cases, also their species richness. Studies of burning showed positive effects on the abundance of saproxylic insects similar to those of other interventions, even though burning on average resulted in a smaller enrichment of DW amounts. Policy implications. The findings of the review suggest that manipulating dead wood can be an effective part of conservation management to support biodiversity in protected areas. The findings also indicate that the diversity of dead‐wood types is important, a mix of dead‐wood qualities should be favoured. Burning seems to be an effective method to increase biodiversity but to benefit cavity‐nesting birds, snag losses need to be minimised.
Supplementary material 1 from: Haľková B, Tuf IH, Tajovský K, Mock A (2020) Subterranean biodiversity and depth distribution of myriapods in forested scree slopes of Central Europe. In: Korsós Z, Dányi L (Eds) Proceedings of the 18th International Congress of Myriapodology, Budapest, Hungary. ZooKeys 930: 117-137. https://doi.org/10.3897/zookeys.930.48914
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Figure 1 from: Haľková B, Tuf IH, Tajovský K, Mock A (2020) Subterranean biodiversity and depth distribution of myriapods in forested scree slopes of Central Europe. In: Korsós Z, Dányi L (Eds) Proceedings of the 18th International Congress of Myriapodology, Budapest, Hungary. ZooKeys 930: 117-137. https://doi.org/10.3897/zookeys.930.48914
Figure 1 Location of the study sites. 1 Doline next to Silická ľadnica Ice Cave 2 Vysoká Hill (both sites in Slovak Karst National Park) 3 Drienok Valley (Revúcka Highlands) 4 Belinské skaly (Cerová vrchovina Highlands) 5 Okopanec Hill (Malé Karpaty Mts.) 6–8 Three localities near the Zbrašov Aragonite Caves and Hůrka u Hranic (Moravian-Silesian Foothills) 9–11 Three localities in Chrudim region (Iron Mts.).
Supplementary material 2 from: Haľková B, Tuf IH, Tajovský K, Mock A (2020) Subterranean biodiversity and depth distribution of myriapods in forested scree slopes of Central Europe. In: Korsós Z, Dányi L (Eds) Proceedings of the 18th International Congress of Myriapodology, Budapest, Hungary. ZooKeys 930: 117-137. https://doi.org/10.3897/zookeys.930.48914
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Figure 4 from: Haľková B, Tuf IH, Tajovský K, Mock A (2020) Subterranean biodiversity and depth distribution of myriapods in forested scree slopes of Central Europe. In: Korsós Z, Dányi L (Eds) Proceedings of the 18th International Congress of Myriapodology, Budapest, Hungary. ZooKeys 930: 117-137. https://doi.org/10.3897/zookeys.930.48914
Figure 4 Graphical presentation of myriapod community characteristics in different fixative solutions (N = number of individuals). A Formaldehyde to ethylene glycol ratio of sampled centipede species from all study sites, where both fixating solutions were used B formaldehyde to ethylene glycol ratio of sampled millipede species from all study sites, where both fixating solutions were used.
Figure 2 from: Haľková B, Tuf IH, Tajovský K, Mock A (2020) Subterranean biodiversity and depth distribution of myriapods in forested scree slopes of Central Europe. In: Korsós Z, Dányi L (Eds) Proceedings of the 18th International Congress of Myriapodology, Budapest, Hungary. ZooKeys 930: 117-137. https://doi.org/10.3897/zookeys.930.48914
Figure 2 A Overall depth distribution of centipede individuals and species B values of Shannon's diversity index and Pielou's evenness index, calculated for centipedes, at each of the study sites C mean values of Shannon's diversity index (±SD) calculated for centipedes, at each depth of the gradient (summarised data from all localities) D overall depth distribution of millipede individuals and species E values of Shannon's diversity index and Pielou's evenness index, calculated for millipedes, at each of the study sites F mean values of Shannon's diversity index (±SD) calculated for millipedes, at each depth of the gradient.
Figure 5 from: Haľková B, Tuf IH, Tajovský K, Mock A (2020) Subterranean biodiversity and depth distribution of myriapods in forested scree slopes of Central Europe. In: Korsós Z, Dányi L (Eds) Proceedings of the 18th International Congress of Myriapodology, Budapest, Hungary. ZooKeys 930: 117-137. https://doi.org/10.3897/zookeys.930.48914
Figure 5 Vertical distribution of myriapods along the depth gradient in different fixative solutions (data recalculated for the same number of traps). Trend line: dashed = formaldehyde, dotted = ethylene glycol. A Vertical distribution of Chilopoda specimens along the depth gradient (5–95 cm) at five scree slopes in different fixative solutions B vertical distribution of centipede species along the depth gradient at five scree slopes in different fixative solutions C vertical distribution of Diplopoda specimens along the depth gradient (5–95 cm) at five scree slopes in different fixative solutions D vertical distribution of millipede species along the depth gradient at five scree slopes in different fixative solutions.
Figure 3 from: Haľková B, Tuf IH, Tajovský K, Mock A (2020) Subterranean biodiversity and depth distribution of myriapods in forested scree slopes of Central Europe. In: Korsós Z, Dányi L (Eds) Proceedings of the 18th International Congress of Myriapodology, Budapest, Hungary. ZooKeys 930: 117-137. https://doi.org/10.3897/zookeys.930.48914
Figure 3 Generalised Additive Models of depth distribution pattern of A centipedes and B millipedes. Only species with significant pattern are illustrated. (F-values, * p < 0.05, ** p < 0.01): ALamyctes emarginatus (13.1**), Lithobius forficatus (17.2**), Lithobius lucifugus (5.0*), Lithobius nodulipes (9.7**) BArchiboreoiulus pallidus (22.7**), Cylindroiulus nitidus (5.4*), Glomeris connexa (5.4*), Hylebainosoma tatranum (5.4*), Leptoiulus proximus (7.3*), Mastigona bosniensis (10.5**), Megaphyllum projectum (5.4*), Melogona transsylvanica (15.2**), Polydesmus complanatus (13.1**), Trachysphaera acutula (5.4*), Unciger foetidus (4.9*).
Direct and indirect disturbance impacts on forest biodiversity
<p>Understanding the responses of biodiversity to forest disturbance is critical for maintaining ecosystem integrity and key ecological functions. Ecological research in forests after major disturbance typically focuses on the direct responses of individual species or communities, often with only limited consideration of the interactions between forest structure and biodiversity. Despite this, these interactions can mediate indirect disturbance impacts throughout forest ecosystems. Using data from a decade of extensive, empirical research, we employ structural equation modeling to quantify the direct and indirect impacts of multiple stand-replacing disturbances on elements of forest structure (Basal Area (BA) of dominant plant lifeforms and number of hollow-bearing trees) and on biodiversity (plant diversity, arboreal marsupials and avifauna) in the south-eastern Australian montane ash forests. <a name="_Hlk72246821">The number of stand-replacing disturbances </a>resulted in a lower species richness and lower functional dispersion of avifauna, and had a strong negative influence on the number of hollow-bearing trees. In contrast, the number of stand-replacing disturbances increased plant species richness in the understorey, after controlling for the influence of stand age. In this ecosystem, we also found evidence of ecological interactions that mediated indirect impacts. For instance, disturbance-induced declines in the number of hollow-bearing trees had negative impacts on the richness of arboreal marsupials. Moreover, disturbance-induced increases in the richness of understorey plants, had positive impacts on avian richness, partially mitigating direct disturbance impacts. Our novel integrative study provides new insights into the mechanisms that underpin disturbance impacts in forests at the ecosystem-level. This has enabled the development of a new conceptual model on forest responses to the number of stand-replacing disturbances. By exploring interactions between elements of biodiversity, forest structure and disturbance, our model demonstrates how disturbance-induced changes in one measure can have cascading effects on another. This understanding will provide for an integrative approach to management and planning.</p>
Figure 2 from: Jacobs JM, Bergeron JAC (2017) Addition of a new Quedius Steph. (Coleoptera, Staphylinidae) species to the biodiversity of Albertan mixedwood forest, Canada. ZooKeys 668: 61-68. https://doi.org/10.3897/zookeys.668.12320
Figure 2 - Male genitalia of A Q. spencei B Q. rusticus, and C Q. simulator a aedeagus, ventral aspect, ml: median lobe, pm: paramere b paramere, dorsal aspect, sp: sensory peg setae c) apex of median lobe, ventral aspect. Illustrations of Q. rusticus and simulator from Smetana (1971a).
Fig. 4 in Biodiversity survey, ecology and new distribution records of Marchantiophyta in a remnant of Brazilian Atlantic Forest
Fig. 4. Dendrogram based on UPGMA of the species composition of liverworts in the study fragment of dense montane ombrophilous forest in Parque Nacional de Boa Nova and other areas of Atlantic Forest in Brazil.
Figs. 2. A-D in Biodiversity survey, ecology and new distribution records of Marchantiophyta in a remnant of Brazilian Atlantic Forest
Figs. 2. A-D. Dicranolejeunea axilaris (Nees & Mont.) Schiffn. A. Ventral view of the gametophyte. B. Detail of leaves and underleaves. C. Ginoecium with perianth. D. Lobe cells.
Fig. 1 in Biodiversity survey, ecology and new distribution records of Marchantiophyta in a remnant of Brazilian Atlantic Forest
Fig. 1. Location of Parque Nacional de Boa Nova. The municipality of Boa Nova in the state of Bahia is circumscribed, and the location of the study site is indicated by the dot.
Figure 9 from: Hammond HEJ, García-Tejero S, Pohl GR, Langor DW, Spence JR (2021) Spatial and temporal variation of epigaeic beetle assemblages (Coleoptera, Carabidae, Staphylinidae) in aspen-dominated mixedwood forests across north-central Alberta. In: Spence J, Casale A, Assmann T, Liebherr JК, Penev L (Eds) Systematic Zoology and Biodiversity Science: A tribute to Terry Erwin (1940-2020). ZooKeys 1044: 951-991. https://doi.org/10.3897/zookeys.1044.65776
Figure 9 Boxplots of beta-diversity of epigaeic beetle assemblages in aspen-dominated mixedwood forests at the Lac la Biche location, 1992–93 ACarabidae and BStaphylinidae. Beta diversity was calculated within locations, within stands, and within lines for mature and old stands. Significant differences between stand age classes are indicated by asterisks above the boxplots (* p < 0.05, ** p < 0.01, *** p < 0.001)
Figure 8 from: Hammond HEJ, García-Tejero S, Pohl GR, Langor DW, Spence JR (2021) Spatial and temporal variation of epigaeic beetle assemblages (Coleoptera, Carabidae, Staphylinidae) in aspen-dominated mixedwood forests across north-central Alberta. In: Spence J, Casale A, Assmann T, Liebherr JК, Penev L (Eds) Systematic Zoology and Biodiversity Science: A tribute to Terry Erwin (1940-2020). ZooKeys 1044: 951-991. https://doi.org/10.3897/zookeys.1044.65776
Figure 8 Redundancy analysis (RDA) of epigaeic beetle assemblages in aspen-dominated mixedwood forests at the Lac la Biche location, 1992–93 ACarabidaeBStaphylinidae. Each symbol represents the catch from a single pitfall trap pooled over two years.
Figure 7 from: Hammond HEJ, García-Tejero S, Pohl GR, Langor DW, Spence JR (2021) Spatial and temporal variation of epigaeic beetle assemblages (Coleoptera, Carabidae, Staphylinidae) in aspen-dominated mixedwood forests across north-central Alberta. In: Spence J, Casale A, Assmann T, Liebherr JК, Penev L (Eds) Systematic Zoology and Biodiversity Science: A tribute to Terry Erwin (1940-2020). ZooKeys 1044: 951-991. https://doi.org/10.3897/zookeys.1044.65776
Figure 7 Adjusted percentage of variance of assemblage composition in the regional dataset explained at each spatial scale – between locations, between lines in the same location and between traps in the same line ACarabidaeBStaphylinidae.
Figure 6 from: Hammond HEJ, García-Tejero S, Pohl GR, Langor DW, Spence JR (2021) Spatial and temporal variation of epigaeic beetle assemblages (Coleoptera, Carabidae, Staphylinidae) in aspen-dominated mixedwood forests across north-central Alberta. In: Spence J, Casale A, Assmann T, Liebherr JК, Penev L (Eds) Systematic Zoology and Biodiversity Science: A tribute to Terry Erwin (1940-2020). ZooKeys 1044: 951-991. https://doi.org/10.3897/zookeys.1044.65776
Figure 6 Boxplots of epigaeic beetle assemblage beta-diversity within regions, within locations and within lines for Boreal Forest (BF) and Foothills (FH) Natural Regions ACarabidaeBStaphylinidae. Significant differences between Natural Regions are indicated by asterisks above the boxplots (** p < 0.01, *** p < 0.001).
Figure 4 from: Hammond HEJ, García-Tejero S, Pohl GR, Langor DW, Spence JR (2021) Spatial and temporal variation of epigaeic beetle assemblages (Coleoptera, Carabidae, Staphylinidae) in aspen-dominated mixedwood forests across north-central Alberta. In: Spence J, Casale A, Assmann T, Liebherr JК, Penev L (Eds) Systematic Zoology and Biodiversity Science: A tribute to Terry Erwin (1940-2020). ZooKeys 1044: 951-991. https://doi.org/10.3897/zookeys.1044.65776
Figure 4 Principal components analysis of epigaeic beetle assemblages in aspen-dominated mixedwood forests in north-central Alberta, 1992–93 ACarabidaeBStaphylinidae. Each symbol represents the catch from a single pitfall trap averaged over two years. Black symbols represent the Lower Foothills Natural Region; open symbols represent the Central Mixedwood Subregion, light grey symbols represent the Dry Mixedwood Subregion and the dark grey symbols represent the Lower Boreal Highlands Subregion of the Boreal Forest Natural Region. Ellipses represent the standard deviation around the centroid of points in each group and dashed polygons represent the final nodes of the multivariate regression tree (MRT) model. The inset shows the major MRT nodes grouping lines based on assemblage structure.
Figure 5 from: Hammond HEJ, García-Tejero S, Pohl GR, Langor DW, Spence JR (2021) Spatial and temporal variation of epigaeic beetle assemblages (Coleoptera, Carabidae, Staphylinidae) in aspen-dominated mixedwood forests across north-central Alberta. In: Spence J, Casale A, Assmann T, Liebherr JК, Penev L (Eds) Systematic Zoology and Biodiversity Science: A tribute to Terry Erwin (1940-2020). ZooKeys 1044: 951-991. https://doi.org/10.3897/zookeys.1044.65776
Figure 5 Redundancy analysis of epigaeic beetle assemblages in aspen-dominated mixedwood forests in Alberta, 1992–93 ACarabidaeBStaphylinidae. Each symbol represents the catch from a single pitfall trap averaged over two years. Open symbols represent the Foothills Natural Region; the black symbols represent the Central Mixedwood Subregion, grey squares represent the Dry Mixedwood Subregion and the grey diamonds represent the Lower Boreal Highlands Subregion of the Boreal Forest Natural Region. Ellipses represent the standard deviation around the centroid of points in each group.
Supplementary material 1 from: Hammond HEJ, García-Tejero S, Pohl GR, Langor DW, Spence JR (2021) Spatial and temporal variation of epigaeic beetle assemblages (Coleoptera, Carabidae, Staphylinidae) in aspen-dominated mixedwood forests across north-central Alberta. In: Spence J, Casale A, Assmann T, Liebherr JК, Penev L (Eds) Systematic Zoology and Biodiversity Science: A tribute to Terry Erwin (1940-2020). ZooKeys 1044: 951-991. https://doi.org/10.3897/zookeys.1044.65776
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