The effect of seeds of exotic species transported via horse dung on vegetation along trail corridors

Campbell, Jonathan E.; Gibson, David J.

doi:10.1023/a:1013751615636

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“…This is consistent with previous studies that have shown that, although horses may be dispersal agents of non-native seeds, the plants do not necessarily establish themselves at a higher rate than on hiker-only trails (Campbell and Gibson 2001;Wells and Lauenroth 2007;S.T. Gower, unpubl.…”

Section: Discussionsupporting

confidence: 92%

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Backcountry Huts as Introduction Points for Invasion by Non-native Species into Subalpine Vegetation

Morgan

Carnegie

2009

Arctic, Antarctic, and Alpine Research

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Section: Discussionsupporting

confidence: 92%

“…For example, several studies focus on the potential for horses to transport seeds of nonnative plants (Campbell and Gibson 2001;Wells and Lauenroth 2007;S.T. Gower, unpubl.…”

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Backcountry Huts as Introduction Points for Invasion by Non-native Species into Subalpine Vegetation

Morgan

Carnegie

2009

Arctic, Antarctic, and Alpine Research

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“…These studies showed that weed species could be germinated from horse manure. Nevertheless, Campbell and Gibson (2001) found that of the 23 weed species found in manure samples collected from trails in southern Illinois, USA, only one species was found in trail plots. Similarly, Whinam et al (1994) found that four weed species germinated from manure collected in Tasmania, Australia, in the glasshouse but not in ield conditions.…”

Section: Impacts Of Horse Riding On Trailsmentioning

confidence: 97%

“…Various studies have also shown that there is potential for horses to act as a vector of weed spread (Barrett, 1999;Campbell & Gibson, 2001;Weaver & Adams, 1996;Whinam et al, 1994). These studies showed that weed species could be germinated from horse manure.…”

Section: Impacts Of Horse Riding On Trailsmentioning

confidence: 99%

Horse Riding in Protected Areas: A Critical Review and Implications for Research and Management

Newsome

Smith

Moore

2008

Current Issues in Tourism

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Horse riding is a popular, high-impact recreational activity that occurs worldwide. The United States and Australia have a long history of recreational horse riding in protected areas and controversy accompanies this activity in both countries. This review describes and critiques research to date, and then draws out the implications for future research and management. Previous research has been experimental (using trampling lanes to determine impacts away from trails) and quasi-experimental (based on existing use of trails and describing impacts). The off-trail experimental research clearly demonstrates that horses can cause considerable damage. The trail-based quasi-experimental research also showed degradation from horses; however, critiques of this methodology make it more dificult to draw robust conclusions. In addition to biophysical impacts, social research based on surveying users has identiied a number of issues associated with horse riding (e.g. conlict with other users) as well as exploring horse riders' preferences for management actions. A major gap in current research is evaluating the effectiveness of management actions, such as trail construction and codes of conduct. Recommendations for future research include more attention to experimental design, research across and into new ecosystems to improve the generalisation of indings, and attention to researching management effectiveness.

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“…Although recreation-associated disturbance to animals is typically regarded as benign, recreational trails within parks may influence wildlife directly through disturbance by humans, pets, or predators (Gutzwiller et al 2002;George and through changes in the distribution of vegetation (Campbell and Gibson 2001;Thurston and Reader 2001;Dickens et al 2005;Smith-Castro 2008). Even the location of dog-walking trails and leash-free zones may seriously affect bird use of parks, as dog-walking along woodland trails reduced the avian diversity by 35% and avian abundance by 41% (Banks and Bryant 2007).…”

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Conserving Biodiversity in Urbanizing Areas: Nontraditional Views from a Bird's Perspective

Marzluff¹,

Rodewald²

2008

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We review common population and community-level responses of wildlife to urbanization, and discuss how: (1) the amount and configuration of land cover and land use, and (2) the alteration of resources (e.g., type of vegetation, presence of food and water) and processes (e.g., natural disturbance regimes, species interactions, intensity of human recreation) within built environments influence animals, with special emphasis on birds. Although each landscape presents unique opportunities and constraints, we suggest that all urban areas have the potential to contribute to the conservation of biodiversity. The ecological value of urban areas may be promoted if planners, managers, and homeowners consider ways to (1) encourage retention and protection of natural habitats within urbanizing landscapes, (2) plan explicitly for open spaces and natural habitats within new subdivisions, (3) use a variety of arrangements of built and open space within developments, (4) enhance and restore habitat within open spaces, (5) improve quality of developed lands (i.e., the urban matrix) rather than directing management efforts only towards parks, reserves, and open areas, and (6) celebrate urban biological diversity to foster connections between people and their natural heritage.

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The effect of seeds of exotic species transported via horse dung on vegetation along trail corridors

Cited by 84 publications

References 51 publications

Backcountry Huts as Introduction Points for Invasion by Non-native Species into Subalpine Vegetation

Backcountry Huts as Introduction Points for Invasion by Non-native Species into Subalpine Vegetation

Horse Riding in Protected Areas: A Critical Review and Implications for Research and Management

Conserving Biodiversity in Urbanizing Areas: Nontraditional Views from a Bird's Perspective

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