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Applied ecology

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Applied ecology

Applied ecology is a subfield within ecology, which considers the application of the science of ecology to real-world (usually management) questions. It is an integrated treatment of the ecological, social, and biotechnological aspects of natural resource conservation and management. It is also called ecological or environmental technology. Applied ecology typically focuses on geomorphology, soils, and plant communities as the underpinnings for vegetation and wildlife (both game and non-game) management.

Aspects of applied ecology include:

  • Agro-ecosystem management
  • Biodiversity conservation
  • Biotechnology
  • Conservation biology
  • Ecosystem restoration
  • Habitat management
  • Invasive species management
  • Protected areas management
  • Rangeland management
  • Restoration ecology

    • Major journals in the field include:

  • Journal of Applied Ecology
  • Ecological Applications
  • Applied Ecology and Environmental Research

    • Related organizations include:

  • Institute for Applied Ecology (USA)
  • Kazakh Agency of Applied Ecology
  • Öko-Institut (Institute for Applied Ecology) (in Germany)

    • References

    Applied ecology Wikipedia
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