Ecological impact of transhumance on the trophic state of alpine lakes in Gran Paradiso National Park

Transhumance – the summer transfer of livestock to highland pastures – is a traditional practice in the European Alps and is considered an integral part of the mountain ecosystem. Mountain lakes are generally oligotrophic systems and are particularly sensitive...

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Main Authors: Tiberti R., Rogora M., Tartari G., Callieri C.
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: EDP Sciences 2014-01-01
Series:Knowledge and Management of Aquatic Ecosystems
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Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1051/kmae/2014030