Carpenter, S.R., S.G. Fisher, N.B. Grimm & J.F. Kitchell (1992):
Global change and freshwater ecosystems. Annual Review of Ecology and Systematics 23: 119-139.
Description
Altered riparian vegetation (herbal vegetation and trees), and altered biomass and productivity, exotic species. Effect on detrivores: Slowed decomposition. Altered aquatic communities.
Case study for Climate Change / Wetlands in cold ecoregions:
| Parameter group | Indicator |
|---|---|
| Primary production: plants | Loss of native species, exotic species increase, riparian vegetation change, growth rate, productivity, root density, decomposition change |
