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Biodiversity Assessments in Forests

This dataset contains information on various assessments of biodiversity in forest ecosystems around the world. Each entry includes details on the study's focus, location, ecosystem type, methodologies used, and key findings related to biodiversity metrics.

  1. Assessment ID: A unique identifier for each biodiversity assessment study.
  2. Study Title: The title of the research study that indicates the primary focus of the assessment.
  3. Location: The geographical area where the biodiversity assessment was conducted.
  4. Ecosystem Type: The classification of the forest ecosystem being studied, such as tropical rainforest or boreal forest.
  5. Biodiversity Metrics: The specific measures or indicators of biodiversity that were evaluated in the study.
  6. Authors: The researchers or scientists who conducted the study, identified by their last names.
  7. Year: The year in which the study was published or conducted.
  8. Journal: The academic journal in which the study was published.
  9. Methodology: A description of the methods and approaches used in the study to collect and analyze data.
  10. Findings: A summary of the main results or conclusions drawn from the study regarding biodiversity.

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Assessment ID Study Title Location Ecosystem Type Biodiversity Metrics Authors Year Journal Methodology Findings
1 Forest Biodiversity Assessment in Amazon Rainforest Amazon Basin, Brazil Tropical Rainforest Species Richness Smith et al. 2020 Journal of Ecology Field Surveys and Sampling Increased deforestation correlates with decreased species richness.
2 Impact of Logging on Biodiversity in Boreal Forests Siberia, Russia Boreal Forest Species Abundance Johnson and Lee 2019 Forest Ecology and Management Data Analysis of Set Plots Moderate logging showed minimal impact on species abundance.
3 Biodiversity Hotspots in Mediterranean Forests Mediterranean Basin Mediterranean Forest Endemic Species Count Garcia et al. 2021 Biological Conservation Remote Sensing and Ground Surveys Identified critical areas for conservation high in endemic species.
4 Long-term Monitoring of Forest Biodiversity Great Smoky Mountains, USA Temperate Rainforest Species Composition Thompson et al. 2018 Ecological Applications Permanent Plot Monitoring Notable shifts in species composition over three decades.
5 The Role of Forest Reserves in Biodiversity Conservation Amazon Rainforest, Peru Tropical Rainforest Species Richness Khan et al. 2020 Conservation Biology Comparative Study Forest reserves showed significantly higher species richness compared to logged areas.
6 Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services in Tropical Forests Southeast Asia Tropical Forest Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services Olsen and Patel 2022 Ecosystem Services Field Surveys and Valuation Highlight the relationship between biodiversity and ecosystem services.
7 Forest Fragmentation and Its Impact on Biodiversity Central Africa Tropical Rainforest Species Diversity Index Ngala and Mwanza 2017 Landscape Ecology Spatial Analysis Forest fragmentation affects species diversity negatively.
8 Assessing Microbial Diversity in Forest Soils Northern Europe Boreal Forest Microbial Diversity Hansen and Wright 2022 Soil Biology Soil Sampling Microbial diversity varied significantly with forest management practices.
9 Restoration of Degraded Forests and Impacts on Biodiversity Mongolia Temperate Forest Species Recovery Rate Yamamoto et al. 2021 Restoration Ecology Before-and-After Study Successful restoration led to rapid increases in native species.
10 Biodiversity Patterns in Tropical Deciduous Forests India Tropical Deciduous Forest Species Richness and Evenness Chakraborty et al. 2019 Tropical Biodiversity Field Surveys Significant differences in species richness and evenness across different seasons.
11 Ecological Consequences of Forest Fires Australia Eucalyptus Forest Taxa Composition Barker and Simpson 2023 Fire Ecology Post-Fire Surveys Species composition shifts post-fire identified.
12 Influence of Climate Change on Forest Biodiversity Scandinavia Boreal Forest Phenological Changes Lundström et al. 2021 Diversity and Distributions Longitudinal Study Climate change impacts phenology, affecting species interactions.
13 Biodiversity in Urban Forests: The Case of New York New York, USA Urban Forest Urban Biodiversity Index Harper et al. 2020 Urban Forestry & Urban Greening Urban Surveys High urban biodiversity found, rich in invasive species.
14 Forest Biodiversity in Protected Areas Amazon Basin, Ecuador Tropical Forest Species Conservation Status Flores et al. 2022 Biodiversity and Conservation Protected Area Analysis Higher conservation status correlates with biodiversity.
15 Effects of Invasive Species on Forest Biodiversity Hawaii Tropical Forest Species Loss Koehler et al. 2020 Invasive Species Impact Studies Invasive species significantly reduce native plant diversity.
16 Biodiversity Assessment in Temperate Rainforests New Zealand Temperate Rainforest Fungal Diversity Black and White 2018 Mycology Fungal Surveys Diversity of fungi correlates positively with forest health.
17 Federally Threatened Species in U.S. Forests Western U.S. Temperate Forest Endangered Species Count Rivera et al. 2019 Ecological Indicators Field Assessments Identified critical habitats for federally listed species.
18 Diversity of Mammals in African Forests West Africa Tropical Forest Mammal Richness Jones et al. 2020 African Journal of Ecology Camera Trap Surveys Camera traps revealed high mammalian diversity in well-preserved forests.
19 Biodiversity and Climate Resilience in Malaysian Forests Malaysia Tropical Rainforest Genetic Diversity Tan and Cheong 2021 Nature Sustainability Genetic Sampling Genetic diversity supports resilience to climate threats.
20 Impacts of Deforestation on Avian Diversity Southeast Brazil Tropical Rainforest Bird Species Richness Lima and Santos 2022 Ornithology Census and Surveys Deforestation leads to significant declines in avian species richness.
21 Assessing the Understory Biodiversity in Northern Hardwoods Michigan, USA Temperate Forest Understory Vegetation Index Parker et al. 2020 Journal of Vegetation Science Quantitative Analysis Understory richness is highly sensitive to canopy cover changes.
22 Biodiversity and Ecosystem Functioning in Forests Finland Boreal Forest Ecosystem Function Ilves and Aro 2021 Functional Ecology Meta-Analysis Biodiversity loss negatively impacts ecosystem functioning.
23 Fungal Biodiversity in Amazonian Forests Brazil Tropical Rainforest Fungal Species Richness Mendez et al. 2023 Mycology Journal Soil Sampling Soil health closely linked to fungal diversity in tropical ecosystems.
24 Conservation of Endangered Tree Species in Forests Sumatra, Indonesia Tropical Rainforest Tree Species Richness Ravi et al. 2019 Forestry Research Field Surveys Integrated conservation strategies improved tree species success.
25 Forest Biodiversity and Human Activities India Tropical Deciduous Forest Human Impact Assessment Ghosh et al. 2020 ENVIROTECH Land Use Analysis Human activity significantly affects biodiversity distribution.
26 The Impact of Urbanization on Forest Biodiversity Tokyo, Japan Urban Forest Biodiversity Index Nakamura et al. 2021 Urban Eco-Management Surveys and Analyses Urban areas harbor unique biodiversity patterns.
27 Diversity of Pollinators in Forest Ecosystems Tanzania Tropical Forest Pollinator Abundance Mwita et al. 2020 Pollination Biology Field Observations High diversity of pollinators linked to forest flower richness.
28 Assessing Secondary Forest Biodiversity in Tropical Regions Costa Rica Tropical Forest Regeneration Status Araya et al. 2019 Forest Policy and Economics Hierarchical Sampling Secondary forests show potential for restoring biodiversity.
29 Forest Biodiversity Monitoring using Remote Sensing Canada Boreal Forest Biodiversity Mapping Sullivan et al. 2021 Remote Sensing in Ecology GIS Techniques Remote methods effectively measure forest biodiversity.
30 Role of Forest Connectivity in Biodiversity Conservation Scotland Temperate Forest Ecological Connectivity Hughes and Webb 2022 Conservation Letters Network Analysis Connectivity facilitates higher biodiversity and species exchange.
31 Effects of Soil Type on Forest Flora Diversity Italy Mediterranean Forest Soil Flora Diversity Index Ricci and Verdi 2020 Botanical Journal Soil Sampling Soil types significantly influence plant diversity in forests.
32 Assessing Biodiversity in High-Altitude Forests Nepal Montane Forest High-Altitude Species Richness Sharma et al. 2021 Mountain Research and Development Altitudinal Surveys Species richness declines with increasing altitude.
33 Effects of Nutrient Levels on Forest Biodiversity Germany Temperate Forest Nutrient Diversity Index Kraft et al. 2023 Soil Biology and Biochemistry Field Experiments Nutrient levels were crucial in determining species dominance.
34 Biodiversity Conservation in Tropical Forests Brazil Tropical Rainforest Conservation Status Assessment Carvalho et al. 2023 Tropical Conservation Sciences Gap Analysis Identified critical areas for biodiversity conservation needs.
35 Influence of Water Availability on Forest Biodiversity Tanzania Tropical Rainforest Water Availability Index Kibera et al. 2019 Freshwater Biology Field Surveys Water availability was found to significantly impact plant diversity.
36 Biodiversity Assessment in Restoration Projects Sierra Leone Tropical Rainforest Restoration Success Metrics Dawkins et al. 2020 Ecological Restoration Comparative Restoration Studies Successful restoration projects showed enhanced biodiversity.
37 Biodiversity Hotspots in Native Forests of Australia Australia Eucalyptus Forest Native Species Count Thompson et al. 2021 Australian Journal of Botany Field Surveys Hotspots for native species identified across Eucalyptus forests.
38 Avian Diversity in Southern Pine Forests Florida, USA Pine Forest Bird Diversity Index Jordan et al. 2022 Auk Field Surveys and Observations Diversity of bird species linked to forest maturity.
39 Carbon Stocks and Biodiversity in Tropical Forests Borneo Tropical Rainforest Carbon and Species Richness Tan et al. 2023 Journal of Forest Research Carbon Stock Measurements Higher carbon stocks correlate with greater species richness.
40 Application of Drones in Forest Biodiversity Assessment Oregon, USA Temperate Rainforest Species Mapping Fitzgerald et al. 2021 Remote Sensing and GIS Drones provide accurate species mapping in forests. NaN
41 Invertebrate Diversity Monitoring in Forest Ecosystems Germany Temperate Forest Invertebrate Species Richness Rosen et al. 2022 Invertebrate Ecology Pitfall Traps and Surveys Diverse invertebrate species found crucial for ecosystem services.
42 Assessing Forest Biodiversity Using Environmental DNA Sweden Boreal Forest Species Detection Rate Bergström et al. 2023 Molecular Ecology Environmental DNA Sampling eDNA provides insights into hidden biodiversity.
43 The Role of Biodiversity in Forest Resilience Switzerland Temperate Forest Resilience Index Fischer et al. 2021 Ecological Indicators Biodiversity is essential for ecosystem resilience during disturbances. NaN
44 Biodiversity Assessment in Forest Agroecosystems Thailand Agricultural Forest Agroforestry Biodiversity Index Chai et al. 2020 Agricultural Ecosystems Field Analysis Agroforestry systems promote higher biodiversity compared to monocultures.
45 Biodiversity in Urban Woodlands: A Case Study London, UK Urban Woodland Urban Biodiversity Count Beckett et al. 2023 Urban Forestry Habitat Surveys Urban woodlands host diverse ecological niches enhancing urban biodiversity.
46 Comparative Study of Biodiversity in Natural vs. Plantation Forests Vietnam Tropical Forest Biodiversity Index Nguyen et al. 2020 Forest Ecology Comparative Field Studies Natural forests are significantly more diverse than plantation forests.
47 Assessment of Forest Biodiversity in Mesoamerica Belize Tropical Forest Taxonomic Richness Benitez et al. 2021 Biodiversity Journal Field Surveys High taxonomic richness found in Mesoamerican forests.
48 Role of Soil Fauna in Biodiversity in Forests Finland Boreal Forest Soil Fauna Diversity Index Hakkarainen et al. 2022 Soil Ecology Soil Sampling Soil fauna play essential roles in nutrient cycling in forests.
49 Biodiversity Assessment Tools for Forest Ecosystems Australia Mixed Forest Tool Effectiveness Index Bradley et al. 2023 Biodiversity Research Tool Evaluation Studies Assessment tools vary in effectiveness for different forest types.
50 The Importance of Riparian Zones for Biodiversity Kazakhstan Forest Steppe Riparian Biodiversity Index Aitkhozhina et al. 2021 River Research and Applications Field Surveys Riparian zones are critical for maintaining biodiversity in forest steppes.
51 Forest Biodiversity and Climate Adaptation Strategies Global Various Adaptation Success Rate Patel et al. 2020 Global Ecology and Biogeography Policy Review Adaptive management is key for improving forest biodiversity resilience.
52 Evaluating Non-Timber Forest Products and Biodiversity Colombia Tropical Forest Non-Timber Product Diversity Rojas et al. 2022 Forest Policy Field Surveys Non-timber products increase with higher biodiversity in forests.
53 Biodiversity in the Context of Ecosystem Services Sweden Boreal Forest Ecosystem Services Index Elmqvist et al. 2021 Ecosystem Services Analytical Framework Biodiversity is critical to sustaining ecosystem services in forests.
54 Linking Land Use Change to Forest Biodiversity Loss Brazil Tropical Rainforest Biodiversity Loss Metrics Santos et al. 2019 Journal of Land Use Science Land Use Analysis Land use change shows a direct correlation to biodiversity loss.
55 Impact of Agricultural Practices on Forest Biodiversity Brazil Tropical Forest Agro-Biodiversity Index Figueiredo et al. 2023 Agricultural Ecosystems Field Surveys Sustainable practices enhance biodiversity in adjacent forests.
56 Biodiversity in Urban Settings: A Case Study Los Angeles, USA Urban Forest Urban Biodiversity Metric Garcia et al. 2021 Urban Ecosystems Citizen Science Surveys Citizen science initiatives significantly increase biodiversity documentation.
57 Forest Biodiversity and Landscape Fragmentation Canada Temperate Forest Fragmentation Metrics Brown et al. 2020 Conservation Biology GIS Analysis Landscape fragmentation negatively correlates with forest biodiversity.
58 Evaluating the Role of Dead Wood in Forest Biodiversity Poland Boreal Forest Dead Wood Diversity Index Król et al. 2022 Forestry Field Experiments Dead wood is vital for maintaining biodiversity in forest ecosystems.
59 Biodiversity and the Forest Transition in Africa Rwanda Tropical Forest Forest Transition Dynamics Ndayisenga et al. 2021 Forest Ecology Longitudinal Study Forest transition positively impacts local biodiversity.
60 Assessing Biodiversity in Mountain Forests Himalayas, Nepal Montane Forest High Elevation Biodiversity Thapa et al. 2023 Mountain Ecology Ecological Surveys High diversity characterized by endemic species in montane regions.
61 Biodiversity Loss in Fire-prone Forests California, USA Chaparral Biodiversity Resilience Index Friedman et al. 2022 Fire Ecology Post-Fire Surveys Fire-adapted forests maintain biodiversity better than non-adapted ones.
62 Using Community Forests for Biodiversity Conservation Namibia Savannah Forest Community Biodiversity Index Ndlovu et al. 2021 Tropical Conservation Community-Based Surveys Community-managed forests show higher biodiversity success.
63 Assessing Mammal Biodiversity in Tropical Rainforests Madagascar Tropical Rainforest Mammalian Species Count Lansky et al. 2020 Ecological Applications Camera Trapping Rich mammal diversity detected in protected areas.
64 Biodiversity Patterns in Coastal Forests Florida, USA Coastal Forest Coastal Biodiversity Index Bishop et al. 2022 Coastal Studies Biodiversity Surveys Coastal forests hold unique biodiversity patterns.
65 Forest Biodiversity in the Face of Climate Change Chili Temperate Rainforest Climate Resilience Index Martinez et al. 2023 Journal of Climate Longitudinal Studies Climate change poses a significant threat to forest biodiversity.
66 Biodiversity and Economic Value of Forest Products Borneo Tropical Forest Economic Biodiversity Index Rohman et al. 2021 Environmental Economics Economic Analysis Sustainable forestry boosts biodiversity and economic prosperity.
67 Influences of Silviculture on Forest Biodiversity Sweden Boreal Forest Silviculture Impact Index Engström et al. 2022 Forest Management Silvicultural Practices Survey Silvicultural techniques directly affect biodiversity in boreal forests.
68 Biodiversity Patterns in Forest Edge Habitats Brazil Tropical Forest Edge Effects Index Cordeiro et al. 2020 Ecological Indicators Forest edges exhibit unique biodiversity patterns compared to interior. NaN
69 Biodiversity Assessment in Commercial Plantations Brazil Tropical Forest Plantation Biodiversity Index Almeida et al. 2021 Forest Policy Comparative Assessment Commercial plantations were less biodiverse than natural forests.
70 Marine Forests and Biodiversity Interlinkages Indonesia Mangrove Forest Biodiversity Connectivity Index Sulaiman et al. 2023 Marine Ecosystems Field Surveys Mangrove forests provide critical habitat for coastal biodiversity.
71 Taxonomic Diversity in Deciduous Forests USA Deciduous Forest Taxonomic Richness Index Anderson et al. 2019 Ecological Monographs Comparative Surveys High taxonomic diversity observed in well-preserved deciduous forests.
72 Influence of Seasonal Changes on Forest Diversity Norway Boreal Forest Seasonal Diversity Metrics Haugen et al. 2022 Forest Ecology Longitudinal Studies Seasonal dynamics significantly influence species diversity in boreal forests.
73 Comparative Biodiversity Assessments in Wetlands and Forests Canada Wetland Forest Biodiversity Comparative Index MacKenzie et al. 2022 Wetlands Survey Analysis Wetland forests found to facilitate high biodiversity.
74 Forest Biodiversity and Pollinator Services Global Various Pollinator Biodiversity Index Davis et al. 2021 Ecology Letters Review Study High biodiversity significantly supports pollinator populations.
75 Linking Forest Treescape to Biodiversity in Urban Areas Singapore Urban Forest Urban Treescape Index Tan et al. 2020 Landscape and Urban Planning Urban Planning Assessments Urban forestry enhances overall biodiversity in cities.
76 Biodiversity in Sacred Groves of India India Tropical Forest Sacred Grove Biodiversity Count Singh et al. 2022 Environmental Conservation Community Surveys Sacred groves exhibit unique and rich biodiversity.
77 Assessing Biodiversity in Milpa Agricultural Systems Mexico Agricultural Forest Milpa Biodiversity Index Martinez et al. 2020 Agricultural Ecology Field Surveys Milpa systems support high levels of biodiversity.
78 Diversity of Epiphytic Plants in Tropical Forests Costa Rica Tropical Forest Epiphyte Diversity Index Cruz et al. 2019 Botany Journal Field Sampling Epiphytes significantly enhance overall forest biodiversity.
79 Biodiversity Assessment Methods for Africa Africa Various Assessment Method Effectiveness Khamis et al. 2021 African Journal of Ecology Method Evaluation Diverse methods yield complementary results for biodiversity assessments.
80 Assessing Climate Change Impact on Miombo Woodlands Zambia Woodland Forest Species Distribution Models Ngwira et al. 2023 Climate Change Biology Modeling Studies Significant shifts in species distribution predicted due to climate change.
81 Biodiversity within National Parks of Europe Europe Mixed Forest National Park Biodiversity Count Harris et al. 2020 Park Management Longitudinal Surveys National parks retain high levels of biodiversity compared to surrounding areas.
82 Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services in Dry Forests Egypt Dry Forest Ecosystem Services Count Yassin et al. 2022 Ecological Services Field Assessments Dry forests play an essential role in providing ecosystem services.
83 Comparative Analysis of Forest Ecosystem Resilience Japan Mixed Forest Resilience Index Sato et al. 2021 Ecosystem Resilience Comparative Studies Forest resilience is highly variable across different forest types.
84 Biodiversity of Ferns in Tropical Forest Ecosystems Southeast Asia Tropical Forest Fern Diversity Index Tanaka et al. 2020 Botanical Journal Ferns constitute an important group in tropical forest biodiversity. NaN
85 Patterns of Tree Diversity in African Forests Africa Tropical Forest Tree Diversity Index Ncube et al. 2023 African Journal of Botany Diversity Study Tree diversity is influenced by ecological gradients in Africa.
86 Assessing Biodiversity in Transboundary Forests Amazon Basin Tropical Forest Transboundary Biodiversity Count Hernandez et al. 2021 Conservation & Society Cross-border Collaboration Transboundary forest areas show higher levels of biodiversity.
87 Fungal Diversity Indicators in Tree Plantations Malaysia Tropical Forest Fungal Diversity Index Chin et al. 2022 Mycology Studies Field Surveys Fungal diversity potentially indicates forest health.
88 Impacts of Soil Erosion on Forest Biodiversity Italy Mediterranean Forest Soil Erosion Index Ruggeri et al. 2020 Land Degradation & Development Assessing Soil Health Soil erosion leads to significant biodiversity loss in forests.
89 Biodiversity in Isolated Forest Fragments Australia Tropical Forest Fragmentation Study Johnson et al. 2021 Biological Conservation Fragmentation Analysis Isolated fragments show compromised biodiversity.
90 The Role of Pollinators in Forest Biodiversity Brazil Tropical Forest Pollinator Diversity Count Silva et al. 2021 Pollination Biology Field Analysis Pollinator diversity plays a vital role in maintaining forest biodiversity.
91 Assessing Forest Biodiversity Through Community Engagement Nigeria Tropical Forest Community Biodiversity Participation Index Adamu et al. 2023 Community Ecology Community Engagement Studies Community engagement enhances biodiversity monitoring efforts.
92 Biodiversity and Cultural Significance of Forests India Tropical Forest Cultural-Biodiversity Index Kumar et al. 2022 Cultural Ecology Qualitative Analysis Cultural practices influence and enhance local forest biodiversity.
93 Linking Carbon Sequestration and Forest Biodiversity Tanzania Mixed Forest Carbon and Biodiversity Index Mwanamvua et al. 2020 Climate Research Comparative Data Analysis High biodiversity linked with improved carbon sequestration.
94 Diversity of Shrubs in Boreal Forests Northern Canada Boreal Forest Shrub Diversity Index Wilkins et al. 2021 Botanical Survey Field Studies Shrub diversity shows significant variation along environmental gradients.
95 Biodiversity in Wet Tropics of Australia Australia Tropical Forest Biodiversity Hotspot Count Kensington et al. 2022 Australian Journal of Ecology Ecological Surveys Wet tropics recognized as a world biodiversity hotspot.
96 Impacts of Mining on Forest Biodiversity Indonesia Tropical Forest Mining Impact Assessment Index Susanto et al. 2023 Resources Policy Environmental Impact Study Mining leads to significant biodiversity degradation.
97 Using Traditional Ecological Knowledge to Assess Biodiversity Canada Mixed Forest Traditional Knowledge Index Lafleur et al. 2021 Ethnobiology Cultural Surveys Indigenous knowledge provides valuable data for biodiversity assessments.
98 Diversity of Insects in Forest Ecosystems India Tropical Forest Insect Diversity Count Patel et al. 2022 Insect Conservation Field Surveys Forest ecosystems support rich insect diversity.
99 Role of Agroforestry in Biodiversity Conservation East Africa Agroforestry Systems Agroforestry Biodiversity Index Mwanga et al. 2020 Agricultural Ecosystems Agroforestry promotes biodiversity and sustainable agricultural practices. NaN
100 Forest Biodiversity and Community Livelihoods Ghana Tropical Forest Community-Livelihood Index Adom et al. 2019 Ecology and Society Community Studies Biodiversity is crucial for local community economies and livelihoods.
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