Projects / Programmes
Reed stands dynamic and stability on Lake Cerkniško jezero
| Code |
Science |
Field |
Subfield |
| 1.03.03 |
Natural sciences and mathematics |
Biology |
Ecosystems |
| Code |
Science |
Field |
| B003 |
Biomedical sciences |
Ecology |
| B270 |
Biomedical sciences |
Plant ecology |
Lake Cerkniško jezero, ecosystem, stability, endangerment, reed die-back
Researchers (5)
Organisations (1)
Abstract
Lake Cerkniško jezero is intermittent lake of national and world importance. Among abundant wetland vegetation, stands of reed are dominant. Dying back of the reed stands was observed in recent years in many parts of Europe. This study will reveal the presence of this process in Lake Cerkniško jezero. Assessment of the influence of specific environmental conditions on growth and decomposition dynamics of the reed in dry and wet periods could enlighten the die-back process of reed in Europe. Experimental studies on the growth dynamics, ecophysiology (photosynthesis, photochemical efficiency of PS II, ETS activity of roots) of reed in relation to environmental factors (above all eutrophication and water table regimes) are expected to identify the causal factors in the process of reed die-back. On the other hand these studies will improve the basic knowledge about processes within the stands and within a plant. Reed stands are buffer systems of the lake, therefore through the vitality of reed stands the vulnerability and endangerment of ecosystem will be assessed. The estimation of the ecosystem stability in relation to natural and man-made disturbances represents a basis for management and preventative and restorative measures in relation to disturbances not only in reed stands, but also in other riparian and wetland communities.
