Biotic Interactions across Gradients and Scales

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Häftad, Engelska, 2026

Av Wesley D�ttilo, Fabricio Villalobos, Wesley Dáttilo

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Biotic Interactions across Gradients and Scales is a valuable exploration of the intricate connections of the web of life. From foundational ecological principles to current macroecological perspectives, this book examines the various dimensions of biotic interactions across spatiotemporal gradients in terrestrial and aquatic environments. Its integrated approach is crucial to understanding the potential responses of ecological networks to unprecedented stressors, including climate change, anthropogenic impacts, and loss of connectivity and functional redundancy. Written by renowned subject matter experts from the global North and South, this book introduces the concept of biotic interactions before delving into the physical factors influencing ecological networks. Central chapters describe the tools, methods, and history of study of biotic interactions. Latter chapters explore such networks across aquatic and terrestrial domains, before concluding chapters discuss disruptive stressors and open science opportunities for future research endeavors. Case studies, boxed elements, and end chapter review questions ensure student mastery of content. Biotic Interactions across Gradients and Scales examines the complexity of biotic interactions in terms of eco-evolutionary dynamics and outlines the necessary tools for studying and integrating the current knowledge on the topic, thus helping to uncover insights into the causes and consequences of biotic interactions for the structure of biodiversity patterns. This is an indispensable resource for resource managers, conservationists, professors and students of ecology, evolution, and biodiversity conservation.

Delivers detailed analyses of biotic interactions considering spatiotemporal scaling and levels of organization
Enables readers to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world ecological challenges
Synthesizes diverse perspectives from biological disciplines spanning evolution, biogeography, and macroecology
Guides readers through the implications of climate change the future perspectives in the study of biotic interactions
Facilitates student learning with clear chapter structure including chapter outlines, key term definitions, case studies, and end chapter review questions

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Utgivningsdatum2026-07-01
Mått191 x 235 x undefined mm
FormatHäftad
SpråkEngelska
Antal sidor350
FörlagElsevier Science
ISBN9780443330100

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Dr. Wesley Dáttilo is a full-time researcher at the Instituto de Ecología, A.C., Mexico. He obtained his MSc in Ecology and Biological Conservation from the Universidade Federal de Mato Grosso, Brazil, and his PhD in Neuroethology at the Universidad Veracruzana. The primary focus of his research is to comprehend the ecological and evolutionary dynamics of biotic interactions in tropical environments and understand how they are influenced by environmental perturbations. He has co-edited two other books exploring the origin, maintenance, function, and conservation of biodiversity. Dr. Fabricio Villalobos is a full-time researcher at the Instituto de Ecología, A.C., Mexico. He obtained his PhD in Biological Sciences from the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM) and conducted postdoctoral research at the University of Kansas, USA, and Federal University of Goiás, Brazil. The primary focus of his research is to explore the intersection between macroecology and macroevolution with a strong focus on spatial and temporal gradients of biodiversity.

1. Introduction to Biotic Interactions2. Spatial Scaling in Biotic Interactions3. Temporal Dynamics of Biotic Interactions4. Macroecological Perspective of Biotic Interactions5. Biotic Interactions into Species Interaction Networks6. Tools and Methods for Studying Biotic Interactions7. Studying the Past and Future of Biotic Interactions8. Complexity of Biotic Interactions in Aquatic Systems9. Biotic Interactions in the Canopy10. The Dimensionality of Biotic Interactions11. Multitrophic Interactions Involving Parasitism and Pathogens12. Biotic Interactions Across Levels of Organization13. Evolutionary and Coevolutionary Perspectives on Biotic Interactions14. Conservation of Biotic Interactions15. Global Warming and the Disruption of Biotic Interactions16. Open Science for Studying Biotic Interactions17. Synthesis and Concluding Remarks