Differences in Amphibian Populations in Logged and Old Growth Redwood Forest
Bury RB. 1982. Differences in Amphibian Populations in Logged and Old Growth Redwood Forest. Northwest Science. 57(3):167-178
Abstract: "Surveys of amphibians were done on 8 plots (0.125 ha each), consisting of a paired comparisons (logged and unlogged) in or near the Redwood National Park, California. The number and percentage cover of perennial vegetation were greater on old growth plots than on logged sites. Amphibian populations had more individuals and greater biomass and different species composition on the old growth sites than on logged plots. Abundance of amphibians was lower in the redwood forest that had been logged 6-14 years ago. This evidence suggests that logging has a long term effect on resident herpetofaunas of redwood forests. Apparently, opening of the canopy favors a few species to the detriment of the majority of forest-dependent species."
- Type
- Journal Article
- Authors
- Bury, R
- Units
- REDW
- Keywords
- amphibians, biomass, forest-dependent species, herpetofaunas, old-growth forest, perennial vegetation, second-growth forest