(in Polish) Biological Invastions 320-ERS-1BNIEL
Substantive content:
Principles of invasion biology and ecology – terminology and definitions, mode and source of introduction, ecology.
History of plants and animals migration.
Theories and concepts of invasion biology.
Factors (natural and anthropogenic) influencing spread and establishment of alien species.
Survey of the most dangerous plant and fungi invaders and their biology and ecology.
Survey of the most dangerous animal invaders and their biology and ecology.
Ecological and economic impact of biological invasions.
Management of biological invasions.
Type of course
Course coordinators
Assessment criteria
Forms and conditions of credit:
- attendance on the lecture
- final report from the laboratory and field course
Bibliography
Literature:
Tokarska-Guzik B. 2005. The establishment and spread of alien plant species (kenophytes) in the flora of Poland. Uniwersytet Sląski, Katowice.
Elton C.S. 1958. The Ecology of Invasions by Animals and Plants.
More references will be proposed during course.
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