Insular ecosystems of the southeastern United States—A regional synthesis to support biodiversity conservation in a changing climate

January 1, 2016USGS professional paperOpen Access

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This report aims to synthesize literature on insular ecosystems in the southeastern United States to support biodiversity conservation.
Literature synthesis for eight categories of insular ecosystems
Analysis of physical geography, ecological determinants, and biodiversity contributions
Review of anthropogenic threats and conservation approaches
Insular ecosystems are crucial for regional and global biodiversity but face numerous human-induced alterations.
Knowledge gaps exist regarding the ecological impacts of climate change on these ecosystems.
Long-term management strategies are needed to understand the link between environmental changes and biodiversity preservation.

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Regional synthesis identifies knowledge gaps and highlights conservation need in insular ecosystems amidst climate change.

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