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NatureScot Research Report 1304 - Scottish marine biodiversity data review - stakeholder analysis to inform the marine species and habitats data infrastructure and management requirements for improved availability, accessibility and use in Scotland.

Published online: 28 Nov 2022

Published by: UK, NatureScot

Authors: Sinclair, R. & Dargie, J.

Content type: Reports

The aim of this marine review was to explore and determine limitations to the existing infrastructure, through engagement with key stakeholders, and p...

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The influence of recreational activity on upland ecosystems in the UK: a review of evidence.

Published online: 13 Feb 2024

Published by: Natural England

Authors: Gilchrist, A. & Glentworth, J. & Radzuan, H. S. M. & Clay, G.

Content type: Reports

The purpose of this systematic review was to assess the available evidence on the types of recreation occurring in the English uplands, the receptors ...

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Facilitating local natural capital investment: literature review.

Published online: 07 Sep 2022

Published by: UK, NatureScot

Authors: Christie, M.

Content type: Reports

The objective of this literature review is to develop a detailed understanding of natural capital investment initiatives in the UK and overseas and id...

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A review of the use of organic manures on lowland grassland pastures in the UK.

Published online: 20 Oct 2021

Published by: Natural England

Authors: Chalmers, A. & Kirkham, F. & McLaren, R. & Smith, K. & Downie, L. & Goodlass, G.

Content type: Reports

This review discusses the use of organic manures on lowland grassland pastures in the UK. This review covers a range of topics, including: (1) current...

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A literature review of urban effects on lowland heaths and their wildlife.

Published online: 20 Oct 2021

Published by: Natural England

Authors: Syldata, R. S. P. B.

Content type: Reports

This paper reviews the urban effects on Dorset lowland heathlands and their wildlife. This urban public access places considerable pressures on the he...

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A review of the phenomenology, aetiology and treatment of animal phobia and insights for biophobia.

Published online: 09 Sep 2024

Authors: Norberg, M. M. & Visvalingam, S. & Stevenson, R. J. & Saluja, S.

Content type: Journal article

Journal title: People and Nature

Biophobia refers to a fear of living things, which leads to alienation from nature. The literature examining the underlying mechanisms and treatment o...

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Beyond taxonomy: a review of macroinvertebrate trait-based community descriptors as tools for freshwater biomonitoring.

Published online: 04 Aug 2010

Authors: Menezes, S. & Baird, D. J. & Soares, A. M. V. M.

Content type: Journal article

Journal title: Journal of Applied Ecology

Species traits have been frequently used in ecological studies in an attempt to develop a general ecological framework linking biological communities ...

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NatureScot Research Report 1307 - Investigate the issue of herbicide usage in nature conservation and the potential impacts on biodiversity including adverse effects on non-target species - Phase 1 - Review and evidence screening.

Published online: 29 Nov 2024

Published by: UK, NatureScot

Authors: Cook, S. K.

Content type: Reports

Invasive non-native species (INNS) and overabundant native plants can threaten conservation objectives, necessitating control measures, including herb...

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NatureScot Research Report 1326 - Scottish Blue Carbon - a literature review of the current evidence for Scotland's blue carbon habitats.

Published online: 24 Nov 2024

Published by: UK, NatureScot

Authors: Cunningham, C. & Hunt, C.

Content type: Reports

This literature review was compiled with the aim of consolidating currently available information on Scottish blue carbon habitats. It builds upon the...

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Benefits and challenges of reviewing across knowledge systems: 'gourmet omnivore' pigs foraging in the wild.

Published online: 15 Dec 2024

Authors: Molnár, Z. & Demeter, L. & Szabados, K. & Kiš, A. & Ajvazović, M. & Runjanin, B. & Mandušić, V. & Biró, M. & Öllerer, K. & Marinkov, J. & Ulicsni, V. & Babai, D. & Katona, K.

Content type: Journal article

Journal title: People and Nature

Evidence-based conservation can benefit substantially from multiple knowledge sources and different knowledge systems. While traditional ecological kn...

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