Indicators for Climate Change Impacts - Wetlands in temperate ecoregions, Wetlands
Mineralisation
| Stressor type | Hydrology |
|---|---|
| Responding parameter group | Physico-chemical parameters |
| Responding parameter | Mineralisation |
Response description
Lowered water table stimulates enzyme activity.
Secondary effects
Increased mineralisation
Specification of relevant ecosystem type
Peatlands
Relevant ecoregion(s) according to Illies
14 (Central plains), 15 (Baltic province), 16 (Eastern plains), 17 (Ireland and Northern Ireland), 18 (Great Britain), 25 (Caspic depression)
Suggested indicator
Rates of enzyme activity
Justification of indicator
Indicates carbon loss from peat.
Reference(s)
Freeman C., G. Liska, N.J. Ostle, M.A. Lock, B. Reynolds & J. Hudson (1996): Microbial activity and enzymic decomposition processes following peatland water table drawdown. Plant and Soil 180(1): 121-127.
