The present work aims to bring together existing knowledge of the complex relationship
between birch (Betula spp.) trees and their soil environment. Birches are currently receiving …

Earthworms have been shown to produce contrasting effects on soil carbon (C) and nitrogen
(N) pools and dynamics. We measured soil C and N pools and processes and traced the …

Soil biological properties are good indicators for the evaluation of soil quality, introduced as
key indicators in soil health, which is in line with the nutrient cycles in terrestrial ecosystems …

The relationships between woody species, soil biota activity and soil quality were largely
ignored in semi-arid areas. This study evaluated the influence of life form and seasonal …

The effect of vegetation types at mountainous sites on the relationships between soil biota
and environmental variables applicable for the evaluation of soil quality and functions are …

Forest resource use efficiencies (RUEs) can vary with tree age, but the nature of these
trends and their underlying mechanisms are not well understood. Understanding the age …

Beech stands are considered part of the ancient forest ecosystems in the northern
hemisphere. In mixed stands in beach forest ecosystems, the type of associated tree species …

It is difficult to obtain non-destructive information on the seasonal dynamics of earthworms in
northern forest soils. To overcome this, we used a Rhizotron facility to compile 7 years of …

The characteristics of the faunal community in the soil are closely related to soil quality and
function. Land degradation, which reduces vegetation cover, may affect the soil surface …

Few studies have analyzed how tree species within a mixed natural forest affect the
dynamics of soil chemical properties and soil biological activity. This study examines …