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Ecological and Evolutionary Impacts of Invasive Grasses: Disrupting Ecosystems and Shaping Species Adaptation
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Author(s): Rajeshree P. Patel (Department of Biosciences, Veer Narmad South Gujarat University, Surat, India), Kailash P. Patel (Department of Biosciences, Veer Narmad South Gujarat University, Surat, India), Jagruti K. Barot (Department of Biosciences, Veer Narmad South Gujarat University, Surat, India), Pravinsang P. Dodia (Zoology Department, Sir P.P. Institute of Science, M.K. Bhavnagar University, Bhavnagar, India)and Vishal M. Makwana (Department of Biosciences, Veer Narmad South Gujarat University, Surat, India)
Copyright: 2026
Pages: 36
Source title:
Impact of Invasive Grasses and Plants on Biodiversity
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): Sana Basharat (Hainan University, China)
DOI: 10.4018/979-8-3693-8724-5.ch001
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Abstract
Invasive grasses exert profound ecological and evolutionary impacts on native ecosystems, altering species composition, disrupting trophic interactions, and modifying fire regimes. Their rapid proliferation outcompetes native flora, leading to habitat homogenization and biodiversity loss. These grasses drive evolutionary shifts in native species through selection pressures such as competition, hybridization, and altered soil microbiomes. Additionally, their influence extends to ecosystem processes, including nutrient cycling, hydrology, and carbon sequestration. This chapter synthesizes current research on the mechanisms by which invasive grasses reshape ecological dynamics and evolutionary trajectories, emphasizing case studies across diverse biomes. Understanding these impacts is critical for developing effective management strategies and mitigating biodiversity threats in a rapidly changing global landscape.
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