Stable isotope 15N and 13C labelling of different functional groups of earthworms and their casts : A tool for studying trophic links

Earthworms (Oligochaeta: Lumbricidae) have substantial effects on the structure and fertility of soils with consequences for the diversity of plant communities and associated ecosystem functions. However, we still lack a clear understanding of the functional role earthworms play in terrestrial ecosy...

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Veröffentlicht in:Pedobiologia. - 1999. - 54(2011), 3 vom: 10. Mai, Seite 169-175
1. Verfasser: Heiner, Barbara (VerfasserIn)
Weitere Verfasser: Drapela, Thomas, Frank, Thomas, Zaller, Johann G
Format: Online-Aufsatz
Sprache:English
Veröffentlicht: 2011
Zugriff auf das übergeordnete Werk:Pedobiologia
Schlagworte:Journal Article Carbon isotope Ecosystem engineers Labelling method Nitrogen isotope Soil invertebrates Tracer study