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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Publié dans:Pedobiologia. - 1999. - 54(2011), 3 vom: 10. Mai, Seite 169-175
Auteur principal: Heiner, Barbara (Auteur)
Autres auteurs: Drapela, Thomas, Frank, Thomas, Zaller, Johann G
Format: Article en ligne
Langue:English
Publié: 2011
Accès à la collection:Pedobiologia
Sujets:Journal Article Carbon isotope Ecosystem engineers Labelling method Nitrogen isotope Soil invertebrates Tracer study