Purpose Litter decomposition is a biological process resulting from enzymatic activities of
microorganisms and influenced in a variety of ways by activities of termites in semi-arid …

In grassland ecosystems, burrowing mammals create disturbances, providing habitat for
animal species and increasing plant community diversity. We investigated whether seedling …

Livestock production extension in Amazon has caused deforestation and soil degradation,
with negative consequences on biodiversity and environmental services. While the rubber …

Overgrazing affects plant communities, and is a significant disturbance factor in arid and
semi-arid regions. The immediate changes of plant communities after overgrazing in the …

Considering the role and importance of grazing on vegetation structural changes, thisstudy
aimed to assess the effects of various grazing intensities on vegetation parameters in semi …