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Temporal and spatial differences between taxonomic and trait biodiversity in a large marine ecosystem: Causes and consequences.
PloS one - 1 Jan 2017
Dencker Tim Spaanheden, Pecuchet Laurene, Beukhof Esther, Richardson Katherine, Payne Mark R, Lindegren Martin
Abstract excerpt
Biodiversity is a multifaceted concept, yet most biodiversity studies have taken a taxonomic approach, implying that all species are equally important. However, species do not contribute equally to ecosystem processes and differ markedly in their responses to changing environments. This recognition has led to the exploration of other components of biodiversity, notably the diversity of ecologically important...
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