What is ecology? The word “ecology” was proposed by German zoologist Ernst Haeckel in 1866. It means the study of the ...

Community ecology examines the multifaceted interactions among co‐occurring species and the processes that shape biodiversity and ecosystem function. At its heart, it investigates how species organise ...

"Evolutionary Community Ecology develops a unified framework for understanding the structure of ecological communities and the dynamics of natural selection that shape the evolution of the species ...

Some of the most innovative teaching of ecology and environmental science happens at community colleges. Teaching ecology at a community college has its own challenges and special rewards; it is the ...

1. Species-rich grasslands are highly endangered habitats in Central Europe. To halt their ongoing loss, many sites have become subjects of restoration efforts. Traditionally, restoration success is ...

Protected areas are often seen as refuges for plants and animals—yet they are also places where people live, work and relax.

MUSKEGON, Mich. (WOOD) — A new immersive, hands-on course at Muskegon Community College is taking a close look at freshwater ecology. The Aquatic Ecology course introduces students to the processes ...