Population ecology

Ecology and evolution are considered sister disciplines of the life sciences. Natural selection, life history, development, adaptation, populations, and inheritance are examples of concepts that thread equally into ecological and evolutionary theory. Fresh water ecosystems is a living community of interacting organisms and their physical environment and habitat. Freshwater ecosystems are a subset of Earth's aquatic ecosystems. Some of those aquatic ecosystems include lakes, ponds, rivers,…

invasives are overtaking the native species. This helps prove my point that non-native invasive plant species are taking over locations that are home to many native plant species. Both authors of this article have an extensive background in ecology focusing on the ecology of biological invasion and are published in a well-known journal. The results of this article are concurrent to the rest of my previous…

In addition, the “chain of explanation” is a model that was created to characterize a technique used in the studies of political ecology by Blaikie and Brookfield (EVSP620, 2016). An example of a conceptual framework that exemplifies a link between ecological changes and political-economic forces are displayed in Figure I (Scoones, 1998). Figure I displays the relationship between livelihood, organizations/institutions, and sustainability. The model is used to derive five types of analyses. The…

numbers, and severe drought are also reasons for reduced elk populations. Grizzly bears have also killed more elk calves because of the loss of cutthroat trout as a food source. Among this clutter of ecology, there is not a clear link from wolves to plants, songbirds and beavers. These scientific studies show that it is too late for wolves to make much of change to Yellowstone park and that there are other reasons for why elk population…

When I look at the environment, I see a living organism. Like any organism, it responds to stimuli, positively and negatively. Currently, as the human population grows, it appears that the environment is becoming sick, needing to be healed. The best way to do that is by caring for it like a doctor cares for their patient, or in this case, an ecologist for the environment. Growing up in a family of healthcare providers, I was exposed to the nitty gritty of what actually happens in a hospital or…

What is the difference between economy and ecology? By definition, the economy is the management of household affairs, especially expenses, thrifty and efficient use of resources; frugality in expenditures, and the structure of economic life in an area or a period (Miriam Webster). Ecology is a branch of science concerned with the interrelationship of organisms and their environment, the totality or pattern of relations between organisms and their environment (Miriam Webster). Although these two…

refute the residents’ concerns regarding the recent plans to develop a shopping complex bordering the Wolverine Nature Preserve. My intention is not to discuss my own views on this matter, but rather state facts drawn from my expertise in the field of ecology. Although I will not be responding to the assertions made by the Chamber of Commerce, who sees and values this plan as an economical investment, I feel obligated to express the need for there to be biological proof supporting such claims. I…

Sumatra, I know instantly I wanted to work in the environment. Our tour guide told us the severity of how endangered these ecosystems were due to palm oil production. Though first griming, our tour guide also told us of success stories of orangutan population, I found its importance of having an impactful job versus a money-driven job. When I was able to see firsthand the amazing biodiversity that existed in the world and connect to the beauty of nature, I knew how rewarding my contribution…

Nothing can stop the power people have when they come together. As we can see through the examples of social media, natural disasters, epidemics, team sports and ecology this paradox has the ability to transcend through many different disciplines. In light of this paradox and the human condition of self-awareness, it is important to be self aware of the connections we are making in this world even if we feel disconnected…

Ecological feminism analyzes the relationship between women and the environment and “uses the basic feminist tenets of equality between genders, a revaluing of non-patriarchal or nonlinear structures, and a view of the world that respects organic processes, holistic connections, and the merits of intuition and collaboration”. The French feminist Francoise d 'Eaubonne first introduced the term "ecological feminism" in 1974 in her publication "La Féminisme Ou La Mort.". Le Féminisme Ou La Mort…