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Heller, K-G; Hemp, C; Massa, B; Rakotondranary, J; Krištín, A Notes on a small collection of phaneropterine bush-crickets (Insecta: Orthoptera: Tettigonioidea) from Central and Southern Madagascar with the description of two new species Journal Article Zootaxa, 4563 (2), pp. 297–310, 2019. @article{Heller2019, title = {Notes on a small collection of phaneropterine bush-crickets (Insecta: Orthoptera: Tettigonioidea) from Central and Southern Madagascar with the description of two new species}, author = {K-G Heller and C Hemp and B Massa and J Rakotondranary and A Krištín}, year = {2019}, date = {2019-04-16}, journal = {Zootaxa}, volume = {4563}, number = {2}, pages = {297–310}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } |
Zelenka, J; Kasanický, T; Budinská, I; Naďo, L; Kaňuch, P SkyBat: a swarm robotic model inspired by fission-fusion behaviour of bats Book Chapter Forthcoming Aspragathos, N; Koustoumpardis, P; Moulianitis, V (Ed.): RAAD 2018, 67 , Chapter Mechanisms and Machine Science, pp. 521-528, Springer, Cham, Switzerland, Advances in Service and Industrial Robotics, Forthcoming, ISBN: 978-3-030-00231-2. @inbook{Zelenka2019, title = {SkyBat: a swarm robotic model inspired by fission-fusion behaviour of bats}, author = {J. Zelenka and T. Kasanický and I. Budinská and L. Naďo and P. Kaňuch}, editor = {N. Aspragathos and P. Koustoumpardis and V. Moulianitis}, doi = {https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-00232-9_55}, isbn = {978-3-030-00231-2}, year = {2019}, date = {2019-01-01}, booktitle = {RAAD 2018}, volume = {67}, pages = {521-528}, publisher = {Springer}, address = {Cham, Switzerland}, edition = {Advances in Service and Industrial Robotics}, chapter = {Mechanisms and Machine Science}, series = {RAAD 2018}, abstract = {An agent based model - SkyBat, based on long-term observation of bats behaviour under fission-fusion dynamics, is presented in this paper. The agents cooperate while searching for specific targets of interest in an unknown area. Although the agents are autonomous, they have an ability to move from one location to another without a group leader and to react to changes in environment.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {forthcoming}, tppubtype = {inbook} } An agent based model - SkyBat, based on long-term observation of bats behaviour under fission-fusion dynamics, is presented in this paper. The agents cooperate while searching for specific targets of interest in an unknown area. Although the agents are autonomous, they have an ability to move from one location to another without a group leader and to react to changes in environment. |
Dorková, M; Naďo, L; Jarčuška, B; Kaňuch, P Size‐dependent mating pattern in a nuptial gift‐giving insect Journal Article Forthcoming Ecology and Evolution, Forthcoming. @article{Dorková2019, title = {Size‐dependent mating pattern in a nuptial gift‐giving insect}, author = {M. Dorková and L. Naďo and B. Jarčuška and P. Kaňuch}, url = {http://ife.sk/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/ece3.4763.pdf}, doi = {10.1002/ece3.4763}, year = {2019}, date = {2019-01-01}, journal = {Ecology and Evolution}, abstract = {The reproductive interests of females and males often diverge in terms of the number of mating partners, an individual’s phenotype, origin, genes, and parental investment. This conflict may lead to a variety of sex‐specific adaptations and also affect mate choice in both sexes. We conducted an experiment with the bush‐cricket Pholidoptera griseoaptera (Orthoptera, Tettigoniidae), a species in which females receive direct nutritional benefits during mating. Mated individuals could be assigned due to the genotype of male spermatodoses, which are stored in the female’s spermatheca. After 3 weeks of possible copulations in established mating groups which were random replications with four females and males we did not find consistent assortative mating preference regarding to body size of mates. However, our results showed that the frequency of within‐pair copulations (192 analyzed mating events in 128 possible pairwise combinations) was positively associated with the body size of both mated individuals with significant interaction between sexes (having one mate very large, association between body size and the number of copulations has weaken). Larger individuals also showed a higher degree of polygamy. This suggests that body size of this nuptial gift‐giving insect species is an important sexual trait according to which both sexes choose their optimal mating partner.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {forthcoming}, tppubtype = {article} } The reproductive interests of females and males often diverge in terms of the number of mating partners, an individual’s phenotype, origin, genes, and parental investment. This conflict may lead to a variety of sex‐specific adaptations and also affect mate choice in both sexes. We conducted an experiment with the bush‐cricket Pholidoptera griseoaptera (Orthoptera, Tettigoniidae), a species in which females receive direct nutritional benefits during mating. Mated individuals could be assigned due to the genotype of male spermatodoses, which are stored in the female’s spermatheca. After 3 weeks of possible copulations in established mating groups which were random replications with four females and males we did not find consistent assortative mating preference regarding to body size of mates. However, our results showed that the frequency of within‐pair copulations (192 analyzed mating events in 128 possible pairwise combinations) was positively associated with the body size of both mated individuals with significant interaction between sexes (having one mate very large, association between body size and the number of copulations has weaken). Larger individuals also showed a higher degree of polygamy. This suggests that body size of this nuptial gift‐giving insect species is an important sexual trait according to which both sexes choose their optimal mating partner. |
Gajdoš, Peter; Černecká, Ľudmila; Šestáková, Anna Pannonic salt marshes revealed six new spiders to Slovakia (Araneae: Gnaphosidae, Linyphiidae, Lycosidae, Theridiidae). Journal Article Biológia, 74 (1), pp. 53-64, 2019. @article{Gajdoš2019, title = {Pannonic salt marshes revealed six new spiders to Slovakia (Araneae: Gnaphosidae, Linyphiidae, Lycosidae, Theridiidae). }, author = {Peter Gajdoš and Ľudmila Černecká and Anna Šestáková}, doi = { DOI: 10.2478/s11756-018-0145-z}, year = {2019}, date = {2019-01-01}, journal = {Biológia}, volume = {74}, number = {1}, pages = {53-64}, abstract = {Inland salt marshes and salt steppes are among the most endangered types of habitats listed in the Habitats Directive. The understanding of this fauna is poor although many rare species live here. From 2016 to 2018 we studied the spider communities of five salt marsh localities in the Slovak part of the Pannonian region belonging to Natura 2000 sites. The research revealed six very rare species: Gnaphosa rufula, Zelotes tenuis, Metopobactrus deserticola, Tallusia vindobonensis, Pardosa maisa and Theridion uhligi, all recorded for the first time in Slovakia. Their characteristic features, photos of habitus and genitalia, notes on their phenology, habitat, an overview of the presently known distribution, and the dominant species of spider assemblages are presented.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Inland salt marshes and salt steppes are among the most endangered types of habitats listed in the Habitats Directive. The understanding of this fauna is poor although many rare species live here. From 2016 to 2018 we studied the spider communities of five salt marsh localities in the Slovak part of the Pannonian region belonging to Natura 2000 sites. The research revealed six very rare species: Gnaphosa rufula, Zelotes tenuis, Metopobactrus deserticola, Tallusia vindobonensis, Pardosa maisa and Theridion uhligi, all recorded for the first time in Slovakia. Their characteristic features, photos of habitus and genitalia, notes on their phenology, habitat, an overview of the presently known distribution, and the dominant species of spider assemblages are presented. |
Galko, J; Dzurenko, M; Ranger, C M; Kulfan, J; Kula, E; Nikolov, C; Zúbrik, M; Zach, P Forests, 10 (1), 2019. @article{Galko2019, title = {Distribution, Habitat Preference, and Management of the Invasive Ambrosia Beetle Xylosandrus germanus (Coleoptera: Curculionidae, Scolytinae) in European Forests with an Emphasis on the West Carpathians}, author = {J. Galko and M. Dzurenko and C.M. Ranger and J. Kulfan and E. Kula and C. Nikolov and M. Zúbrik and P. Zach }, doi = {https://doi.org/10.3390/f10010010}, year = {2019}, date = {2019-01-01}, journal = {Forests}, volume = {10}, number = {1}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } |
Friess, N; Müller, J C; Abrego, N; Aramendi, P; Bässler, C; Bouget, Ch.; Brin, A; Bussler, H; Georgiev, K; Gil, R; Gossner, M M; Heilmann-Clausen, J; Isaacson, G; Krištín, A; Lachat, T; Larrieu, L; Los, S; Magnanou, E; Maringer, A; Mergner, U; Mikolas, M; Opgenoorth, L; Schmidl, J; Svoboda, M; Thorn, S; Vrezec, A; Vanderkhoven, K; Winter, B; Wagner, T; Zapponi, L; Brandl, R; Seibold, S The species-rich arthropod communities in fungal fruitbodies are weakly structured by climate and biogeography across European beech forests Journal Article Diversity and Distributions, 2019. @article{Friess2018, title = {The species-rich arthropod communities in fungal fruitbodies are weakly structured by climate and biogeography across European beech forests}, author = {N. Friess and J.C. Müller and N. Abrego and P. Aramendi and C. Bässler and Ch. Bouget and A. Brin and H. Bussler and K. Georgiev and R. Gil and M.M. Gossner and J. Heilmann-Clausen and G. Isaacson and A. Krištín and T. Lachat and L. Larrieu and S. Los and E. Magnanou and A. Maringer and U. Mergner and M. Mikolas and L. Opgenoorth and J. Schmidl and M. Svoboda and S. Thorn and A. Vrezec and K. Vanderkhoven and B. Winter and T. Wagner and L. Zapponi and R. Brandl and S. Seibold}, doi = {10.1111/ddi.12882}, year = {2019}, date = {2019-01-01}, journal = {Diversity and Distributions}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } |
Dobrovodská, Marta; Kanka, Róbert; David, Stanislav; Kollár, Jozef; Špulerová, Jana; Štefunková, Dagmar; Mojses, Matej; Petrovič, František; Krištín, Anton; Stašiov, Slavomír; Halada, Ľuboš; Gajdoš, Peter Assessment of the biocultural value of traditional agricultural landscape on a plot‐by‐plot level: case studies from Slovakia Journal Article Biodiversity and Conservation, 28 , pp. 2615–2645, 2019. @article{Dobrovodská2019, title = {Assessment of the biocultural value of traditional agricultural landscape on a plot‐by‐plot level: case studies from Slovakia}, author = {Marta Dobrovodská and Róbert Kanka and Stanislav David and Jozef Kollár and Jana Špulerová and Dagmar Štefunková and Matej Mojses and František Petrovič and Anton Krištín and Slavomír Stašiov and Ľuboš Halada and Peter Gajdoš}, doi = {https://doi.org/10.1007/s10531-019-01784-x}, year = {2019}, date = {2019-01-01}, journal = {Biodiversity and Conservation}, volume = {28}, pages = {2615–2645}, abstract = {In the past, historical rural Europe possessed a broad range of biological and cultural values due to landscape diversity and the use of low-impact agricultural practices. It’s typical feature was the presence of varied semi-natural habitats. The massive socioeconomic changes of the 20th caused significant loss of these habitats. The term traditional agricultural landscape (TAL) denotes the surviving remnants of this landscape heritage. Despite its exceptional value, conservation practice for TAL is very poor. The concept of “biocul- tural diversity” provides linkages between cultural and biological diversity and opens up new possibilities for practical conservation of TAL. In our work we have tried to develop and apply this concept. The main goal was to design an approach for assessment of bio- cultural value at plot level and apply it to the three different traditional rural landscapes in Slovakia—Liptovská Teplička village, Hriňová town and Svätý Jur town, representing the most typical TAL in Slovakia. The approach was based on determination of a meas- urable link between ecological and cultural–historical significance. The concept of ecological significance, assessed by comparing the results of the monitoring and evaluation of taxonomic diversity and nature conservation value of vascular plant communities and selected ground-dwelling invertebrate groups (Araneae, Diplopoda, Orthoptera), was complemented by evaluation of cultural–historical significance, leading to the identification of biocultural values in TAL. These evaluations were performed on productive plots of arable lands, grasslands, vineyards, and orchards, and unproductive agrarian landforms (mostly field margins) such as terraced slopes, terraced steps, heaps, mounds and unconsolidated walls.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } In the past, historical rural Europe possessed a broad range of biological and cultural values due to landscape diversity and the use of low-impact agricultural practices. It’s typical feature was the presence of varied semi-natural habitats. The massive socioeconomic changes of the 20th caused significant loss of these habitats. The term traditional agricultural landscape (TAL) denotes the surviving remnants of this landscape heritage. Despite its exceptional value, conservation practice for TAL is very poor. The concept of “biocul- tural diversity” provides linkages between cultural and biological diversity and opens up new possibilities for practical conservation of TAL. In our work we have tried to develop and apply this concept. The main goal was to design an approach for assessment of bio- cultural value at plot level and apply it to the three different traditional rural landscapes in Slovakia—Liptovská Teplička village, Hriňová town and Svätý Jur town, representing the most typical TAL in Slovakia. The approach was based on determination of a meas- urable link between ecological and cultural–historical significance. The concept of ecological significance, assessed by comparing the results of the monitoring and evaluation of taxonomic diversity and nature conservation value of vascular plant communities and selected ground-dwelling invertebrate groups (Araneae, Diplopoda, Orthoptera), was complemented by evaluation of cultural–historical significance, leading to the identification of biocultural values in TAL. These evaluations were performed on productive plots of arable lands, grasslands, vineyards, and orchards, and unproductive agrarian landforms (mostly field margins) such as terraced slopes, terraced steps, heaps, mounds and unconsolidated walls. |
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Brindza, J; Motyleva, S; Ostrovský, R; Grygorieva, O; Adamchuk, L; Horčinová-Sedláčková, V; Juríková, T; Fatrcová-Šramková, K; Schwarzová, M; Brovarskyi, V; Velichko, S; Tkachenko, O Peľ a včelie peľové obnôžky z niektorých druhov rastlín Book Chapter Brindza, J; Motyleva, S (Ed.): Chapter 4, pp. 147, Slovenská poľnohospodárska univerzita v Nitre, Tr. A. Hlinku 2, 949 01 Nitra, FarmersEduca, 2018, ISBN: 978-80-552-1862-5. @inbook{Brindza2018, title = {Peľ a včelie peľové obnôžky z niektorých druhov rastlín}, author = {J. Brindza and S. Motyleva and R. Ostrovský and O. Grygorieva and L. Adamchuk and V. Horčinová-Sedláčková and T. Juríková and K. Fatrcová-Šramková and M. Schwarzová and V. Brovarskyi and S. Velichko and O. Tkachenko}, editor = {J. Brindza and S. Motyleva}, isbn = {978-80-552-1862-5}, year = {2018}, date = {2018-12-17}, pages = {147}, publisher = {Slovenská poľnohospodárska univerzita v Nitre}, address = {Tr. A. Hlinku 2, 949 01 Nitra}, edition = {FarmersEduca}, chapter = {4}, abstract = {Odborná publikácia, v ktorej autori prezentujú niektoré rastlinné druhy, z ktorých včely zbierajú peľové zrná a využívajú ich na formovanie obnôžok. Publikácia poskytuje základné informácie o peli a včelích peľových obnôžkach s prezentáciou na skupine charakterizovaných druhov. Je určená pre malých, mladých a rodinných farmárov, včelárov, pestovateľov rastlín, množiteľov a spravovateľov. Uvedená kapitola predstavuje dominantnú časť publikácie. V kapitole je prezentovaná morfometrická charakteristika peľových zŕn a včelích peľových obnôžok vybranej skupiny 26 rastlinných druhov.}, type = {inbook}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {inbook} } Odborná publikácia, v ktorej autori prezentujú niektoré rastlinné druhy, z ktorých včely zbierajú peľové zrná a využívajú ich na formovanie obnôžok. Publikácia poskytuje základné informácie o peli a včelích peľových obnôžkach s prezentáciou na skupine charakterizovaných druhov. Je určená pre malých, mladých a rodinných farmárov, včelárov, pestovateľov rastlín, množiteľov a spravovateľov. Uvedená kapitola predstavuje dominantnú časť publikácie. V kapitole je prezentovaná morfometrická charakteristika peľových zŕn a včelích peľových obnôžok vybranej skupiny 26 rastlinných druhov. |
Bolvanský, M; Pažitný, J; Adamčíková, K Grading of blight resistance in different chestnut accessions. Journal Article Acta Horticulturae, 1220 , pp. 87-94, 2018, ISSN: 05677572. @article{M.2018, title = {Grading of blight resistance in different chestnut accessions.}, author = {M. Bolvanský and J. Pažitný and K. Adamčíková}, url = {https://www.actahort.org/members/showpdf?booknrarnr=1220_13}, doi = {10.17660/ActaHortic.2018.1220.13}, issn = {05677572}, year = {2018}, date = {2018-11-01}, journal = {Acta Horticulturae}, volume = {1220}, pages = {87-94}, abstract = {Five chestnut trees (three hybrids Castanea sativa × C. crenata, one C. sativa and one C. crenata) with different levels of blight resistance were subjected to the screening by two virulent and one hypovirulent strains of Cryphonectria parasitica in order to examine reliability of ex situ tests for grading of blight resistance in chestnut. Branches 2-3 cm in diameter were harvested from the trees, in early April and end of September and stored at about 10°C for either 2 weeks (for branch sections) or 4 weeks (for bark- and wood-tissue sections). Branch sections and bark- and wood-tissue sections were inoculated with the C. parasitica strains and incubated in the dark at 25°C with 95% humidity for 4 weeks and/or 4 days, respectively. In branch sections, superficial cankers were very rare so only occurrence of pycnidia formed around the inoculating holes were evaluated. Pycnidia occurred more frequently in branch sections collected from the less resistant accessions in October trial. The size of necrotic areas reflected the resistance ranking of accessions in April/May better than in October inoculation trials. Results of inoculations on excised wood tissue were more consistent with the real blight resistance level than data obtained from inoculations on excised bark tissue. Occasional inconsistence between results of inoculations carried out at different dates or in different trees might be caused by different physiological state of collected branches. Based on these results it can be concluded that the end of dormant period seems to be the most suitable time to carry out both pathogenicity and resistance tests in chestnuts.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Five chestnut trees (three hybrids Castanea sativa × C. crenata, one C. sativa and one C. crenata) with different levels of blight resistance were subjected to the screening by two virulent and one hypovirulent strains of Cryphonectria parasitica in order to examine reliability of ex situ tests for grading of blight resistance in chestnut. Branches 2-3 cm in diameter were harvested from the trees, in early April and end of September and stored at about 10°C for either 2 weeks (for branch sections) or 4 weeks (for bark- and wood-tissue sections). Branch sections and bark- and wood-tissue sections were inoculated with the C. parasitica strains and incubated in the dark at 25°C with 95% humidity for 4 weeks and/or 4 days, respectively. In branch sections, superficial cankers were very rare so only occurrence of pycnidia formed around the inoculating holes were evaluated. Pycnidia occurred more frequently in branch sections collected from the less resistant accessions in October trial. The size of necrotic areas reflected the resistance ranking of accessions in April/May better than in October inoculation trials. Results of inoculations on excised wood tissue were more consistent with the real blight resistance level than data obtained from inoculations on excised bark tissue. Occasional inconsistence between results of inoculations carried out at different dates or in different trees might be caused by different physiological state of collected branches. Based on these results it can be concluded that the end of dormant period seems to be the most suitable time to carry out both pathogenicity and resistance tests in chestnuts. |
Adamčíková, K; Pažitný, J; Pastirčáková, K Individual resistance of Fraxinus angustifolia and F. excelsior clones to Hymenoscyphus fraxineus Journal Article Journal of Plant Protection Research, 58 (3), pp. 227-233, 2018, ISSN: 1427-4345. @article{Adamčíková2018, title = {Individual resistance of \textit{Fraxinus angustifolia} and \textit{F. excelsior} clones to \textit{Hymenoscyphus fraxineus}}, author = {K. Adamčíková and J. Pažitný and K. Pastirčáková}, doi = {10.24425/122937}, issn = {1427-4345}, year = {2018}, date = {2018-10-22}, journal = {Journal of Plant Protection Research}, volume = {58}, number = {3}, pages = {227-233}, abstract = {Ash dieback, caused by Hymenoscyphus fraxineus, is a serious disease of common and narrow-leaved ash in Europe. The resistance of individual trees seems to be important for the maintenance of ash in European forests. In this in situ wound inoculation study, the susceptibility and differences in resistance to H. fraxineus between Fraxinus excelsior and F. angustifolia clones were assessed. Neither of the tested clones revealed total resistance to ash dieback; variety between the tested clones was observed. Differences in necroses lengths were significant between clones and between two ash species. Longer necroses were formed in F. angustifolia than in F. excelsior. Some clones exhibiting some resistance to the pathogen were identified. }, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Ash dieback, caused by Hymenoscyphus fraxineus, is a serious disease of common and narrow-leaved ash in Europe. The resistance of individual trees seems to be important for the maintenance of ash in European forests. In this in situ wound inoculation study, the susceptibility and differences in resistance to H. fraxineus between Fraxinus excelsior and F. angustifolia clones were assessed. Neither of the tested clones revealed total resistance to ash dieback; variety between the tested clones was observed. Differences in necroses lengths were significant between clones and between two ash species. Longer necroses were formed in F. angustifolia than in F. excelsior. Some clones exhibiting some resistance to the pathogen were identified. |
Camacho-Tapia, M; Sánchez-Soto, V; Correia, K C; Pastirčáková, K; Tovar-Pedraza, J M Powdery mildew of California poppy caused by Erysiphe eschscholziae in Mexico Journal Article Canadian Journal of Plant Pathology, 40 (3), pp. 461-466, 2018, ISSN: 0706-0661 . @article{Camacho-Tapia2018, title = {Powdery mildew of California poppy caused by \textit{Erysiphe eschscholziae} in Mexico}, author = {M. Camacho-Tapia and V. Sánchez-Soto and K.C. Correia and K. Pastirčáková and J.M. Tovar-Pedraza}, doi = {10.1080/07060661.2018.1498807}, issn = {0706-0661 }, year = {2018}, date = {2018-10-02}, journal = {Canadian Journal of Plant Pathology}, volume = {40}, number = {3}, pages = {461-466}, abstract = {Severe infection by powdery mildew was observed on California poppy (Eschscholzia californica) plants in Texcoco, State of Mexico, during spring of 2014 to 2017. Symptoms included colonies of white to greyish mildew-like growth on the abaxial and adaxial surfaces of the leaves. The identification of the fungal species was performed by examination of morphological structures using light microscopy and scanning electronmicroscope (SEM), as well as sequence analysis of the 5ʹ-end of 28S rRNA gene and the internal transcribed spacer (ITS) region of rDNA. Using the combination of morphological characterization and a phylogenetic analysis using Bayesian inference, the fungal agent was identified as Erysiphe eschscholziae. Pathogenicity tests were conducted on leaves of California poppy plants, and Koch’s postulates were fulfilled. This is the first report of E. eschscholziae causing powdery mildew on Eschscholzia californica in Mexico.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Severe infection by powdery mildew was observed on California poppy (Eschscholzia californica) plants in Texcoco, State of Mexico, during spring of 2014 to 2017. Symptoms included colonies of white to greyish mildew-like growth on the abaxial and adaxial surfaces of the leaves. The identification of the fungal species was performed by examination of morphological structures using light microscopy and scanning electronmicroscope (SEM), as well as sequence analysis of the 5ʹ-end of 28S rRNA gene and the internal transcribed spacer (ITS) region of rDNA. Using the combination of morphological characterization and a phylogenetic analysis using Bayesian inference, the fungal agent was identified as Erysiphe eschscholziae. Pathogenicity tests were conducted on leaves of California poppy plants, and Koch’s postulates were fulfilled. This is the first report of E. eschscholziae causing powdery mildew on Eschscholzia californica in Mexico. |
Pastirčáková, K; Adamčíková, K; Pastirčák, M; Zach, P; Galko, J; Kováč, M; Laco, J Two blue-stain fungi colonizing Scots pine (Pinus sylvestris) trees infested by bark beetles in Slovakia, Central Europe Journal Article Biologia, 73 (11), pp. 1053-1066, 2018, ISSN: 0006-3088. @article{Pastirčáková2018c, title = {Two blue-stain fungi colonizing Scots pine (\textit{Pinus sylvestris}) trees infested by bark beetles in Slovakia, Central Europe}, author = {K. Pastirčáková and K. Adamčíková and M. Pastirčák and P. Zach and J. Galko and M. Kováč and J. Laco}, doi = {10.2478/s11756-018-0114-6}, issn = {0006-3088}, year = {2018}, date = {2018-09-17}, journal = {Biologia}, volume = {73}, number = {11}, pages = {1053-1066}, abstract = {Excessive mortality of Scots pine (Pinus sylvestris) trees has recently been observed in the Záhorská nížina lowland in western Slovakia, Central Europe. Continuous drought, bark beetles and blue-stain fungi are likely to play a crucial role in this dieback of pines in a warm sandy area. Two blue-stain fungi, Ophiostoma ips and Ophiostoma minus, were found here on Scots pine trunks infested by bark beetles. These fungi were isolated and identified based on morphological properties and DNA sequences (ITS, LSU, β-tubulin). They colonized the inner bark, phloem and blue-stained sapwood, and were recorded in the galleries of Orthotomicus longicollis and other species of this genus. The occurrence of O. minus was massive; the fungus was found to produce perithecia abundantly in dying pines. Detailed descriptions, illustrations and global distribution of the two fungal species on host pine species are provided. The records of O. ips and those of O. minus are new for the mycoflora of Slovakia. Undetermined mycophagous nematodes were found inside the perithecia of O. ips. The role of bark beetles as real and potential vectors (Ips spp., Orthotomicus spp., Tomicus spp., Hylurgus ligniperda, Hylastes sp.) of blue-stain fungi in a declining pine forest is discussed.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Excessive mortality of Scots pine (Pinus sylvestris) trees has recently been observed in the Záhorská nížina lowland in western Slovakia, Central Europe. Continuous drought, bark beetles and blue-stain fungi are likely to play a crucial role in this dieback of pines in a warm sandy area. Two blue-stain fungi, Ophiostoma ips and Ophiostoma minus, were found here on Scots pine trunks infested by bark beetles. These fungi were isolated and identified based on morphological properties and DNA sequences (ITS, LSU, β-tubulin). They colonized the inner bark, phloem and blue-stained sapwood, and were recorded in the galleries of Orthotomicus longicollis and other species of this genus. The occurrence of O. minus was massive; the fungus was found to produce perithecia abundantly in dying pines. Detailed descriptions, illustrations and global distribution of the two fungal species on host pine species are provided. The records of O. ips and those of O. minus are new for the mycoflora of Slovakia. Undetermined mycophagous nematodes were found inside the perithecia of O. ips. The role of bark beetles as real and potential vectors (Ips spp., Orthotomicus spp., Tomicus spp., Hylurgus ligniperda, Hylastes sp.) of blue-stain fungi in a declining pine forest is discussed. |
Desprez-Loustau, M L; Massot, M; Toïgo, M; Fort, T; Aday_Kaya, A G; Boberg, J; Braun, U; Capdevielle, X; Cech, T; Chandelier, A; Christova, P; Corcobado, T; Dogmus, T; Dutech, C; Fabreguettes, O; Faivre_d'Arcier, J; Gross, A; Horta_Jung, M; Iturrixa, E; Jung, T; Junker, C; Kiss, L; Kostov, K; Lehtijarvi, A; Lyubenova, A; Marçais, B; Oliva, J; Oskay, F; Pastirčák, M; Pastirčáková, K; Piou, D; Saint-Jean, G; Sallafranque, A; Slavov, S; Stenlid, J; Talgø, V; Takamatsu, T; Tack, A J M From leaf to continent: The multi-scale distribution of an invasive cryptic pathogen complex on oak Journal Article Fungal Ecology, 36 , pp. 39-50, 2018, ISSN: 1754-5048. @article{Desprez-Loustau2018, title = {From leaf to continent: The multi-scale distribution of an invasive cryptic pathogen complex on oak}, author = {M.L. Desprez-Loustau and M. Massot and M. Toïgo and T. Fort and A.G. Aday_Kaya and J. Boberg and U. Braun and X. Capdevielle and T. Cech and A. Chandelier and P. Christova and T. Corcobado and T. Dogmus and C. Dutech and O. Fabreguettes and J. Faivre_d'Arcier and A. Gross and M. Horta_Jung and E. Iturrixa and T. Jung and C. Junker and L. Kiss and K. Kostov and A. Lehtijarvi and A. Lyubenova and B. Marçais and J. Oliva and F. Oskay and M. Pastirčák and K. Pastirčáková and D. Piou and G. Saint-Jean and A. Sallafranque and S. Slavov and J. Stenlid and V. Talgø and T. Takamatsu and A.J.M. Tack}, doi = {10.1016/j.funeco.2018.08.001}, issn = {1754-5048}, year = {2018}, date = {2018-09-14}, journal = {Fungal Ecology}, volume = {36}, pages = {39-50}, abstract = {The spatial distribution and niche differentiation of three closely related species (Erysiphe alphitoides, Erysiphe quercicola and Erysiphe hypophylla) causing oak powdery mildew was studied at scales ranging from the European continent, where they are invasive, to a single leaf. While E. alphitoides was dominant at all scales, E. quercicola and E. hypophylla had restricted geographic, stand and leaf distributions. The large-scale distributions were likely explained by climatic factors and species environmental tolerances, with E. quercicola being more frequent in warmer climates and E. hypophylla in colder climates. The extensive sampling and molecular analyses revealed the cryptic invasion of E. quercicola in nine countries from which it had not previously been recorded. The presence of the three species was also strongly affected by host factors, such as oak species and developmental stage. Segregation patterns between Erysiphe species were observed at the leaf scale, between and within leaf surfaces, suggesting competitive effects.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } The spatial distribution and niche differentiation of three closely related species (Erysiphe alphitoides, Erysiphe quercicola and Erysiphe hypophylla) causing oak powdery mildew was studied at scales ranging from the European continent, where they are invasive, to a single leaf. While E. alphitoides was dominant at all scales, E. quercicola and E. hypophylla had restricted geographic, stand and leaf distributions. The large-scale distributions were likely explained by climatic factors and species environmental tolerances, with E. quercicola being more frequent in warmer climates and E. hypophylla in colder climates. The extensive sampling and molecular analyses revealed the cryptic invasion of E. quercicola in nine countries from which it had not previously been recorded. The presence of the three species was also strongly affected by host factors, such as oak species and developmental stage. Segregation patterns between Erysiphe species were observed at the leaf scale, between and within leaf surfaces, suggesting competitive effects. |
Luptáková, Eva; Mihál, Ivan Ektomykorízne makromycéty v monokultúrnych smrečinách rôzneho veku na bývalej poľnohospodárskej pôde – zhodnotenie za rok 2016 Journal Article Zprávy lesnického výzkumu, 63 (3), pp. 195-205, 2018. @article{Luptáková2018, title = {Ektomykorízne makromycéty v monokultúrnych smrečinách rôzneho veku na bývalej poľnohospodárskej pôde – zhodnotenie za rok 2016}, author = {Eva Luptáková and Ivan Mihál}, url = {http://www.vulhm.cz//sites/File/ZLV/fulltext/534.pdf}, year = {2018}, date = {2018-09-12}, journal = {Zprávy lesnického výzkumu}, volume = {63}, number = {3}, pages = {195-205}, abstract = {The relationship between the dynamics of species richness and the abundance of ectomycorrhizal macromycetes (ECM) in relation to the different age of spruce monocultures planted on former agricultural soils is presented. Altogether, 37 species were found, at least in the 21-year-old stands (19 species) and the most in the 51-year-old stands (25). The most abundant species were Hygrophorus pustulatus (340 sporocarps), Russula aeruginea (261), Clitopilus prunulus (186), Paxillus involutus (155), Ramaria eumorpha (145), Laccaria bicolor (111). The interdependence between species richness and abundance was found in different aged stands. The greatest variability of values for species richness was found in the 31-year-old stand (32.77%) and the smallest value in the 51-year-old stand (4.33%). The highest variability in abundance values was found in the 21-year-old stand (100.11%) and the lowest in the 31-year-old stand (50.16%). The dependence of species richness and abundance on the age of the stands was significant only when comparing the abundance of the sporocarps in the 31 year-old stand with the 51-year-old stand, which means that the species richness and abundance of the ECM macromycetes sporocarps grow with the age of the stands.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } The relationship between the dynamics of species richness and the abundance of ectomycorrhizal macromycetes (ECM) in relation to the different age of spruce monocultures planted on former agricultural soils is presented. Altogether, 37 species were found, at least in the 21-year-old stands (19 species) and the most in the 51-year-old stands (25). The most abundant species were Hygrophorus pustulatus (340 sporocarps), Russula aeruginea (261), Clitopilus prunulus (186), Paxillus involutus (155), Ramaria eumorpha (145), Laccaria bicolor (111). The interdependence between species richness and abundance was found in different aged stands. The greatest variability of values for species richness was found in the 31-year-old stand (32.77%) and the smallest value in the 51-year-old stand (4.33%). The highest variability in abundance values was found in the 21-year-old stand (100.11%) and the lowest in the 31-year-old stand (50.16%). The dependence of species richness and abundance on the age of the stands was significant only when comparing the abundance of the sporocarps in the 31 year-old stand with the 51-year-old stand, which means that the species richness and abundance of the ECM macromycetes sporocarps grow with the age of the stands. |
Mišíková, Oľga; Mihál, Ivan; Račko, Vladimír Alterations in wood and bark structure of apple tree (Malus domestica) caused by Neonectria ditissima fungus Journal Article Acta Facultatis Xylologiae, 60 (1), pp. 5-12, 2018. @article{Mišíková2018, title = {Alterations in wood and bark structure of apple tree (Malus domestica) caused by Neonectria ditissima fungus}, author = {Oľga Mišíková and Ivan Mihál and Vladimír Račko}, url = {https://df.tuzvo.sk/sites/default/files/01-01-18_0_0_0_0_0_0_0_0.pdf}, year = {2018}, date = {2018-09-06}, journal = {Acta Facultatis Xylologiae}, volume = {60}, number = {1}, pages = {5-12}, abstract = {The occurrence of fungi Nectria spp. affects the quality of forest stands and fruit trees significantly. The aim of the paper is to describe the changes in the anatomy of the bark and wood tissues of Malus domestica attacked by the fungus Neonectria ditissima. Significant structural alterations in the bark and wood tissues at the points of the perithecia occurrence were found. Significant and visible thickening (burl) on the branch at the point of injury was due to the excessive formation of lateral callus and wound after injury. The callus anatomy formed after the injury showed closed tumour features with a marked disorganization of the wood elements influenced by Neonectria ditissima infection spread in bark and cambium.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } The occurrence of fungi Nectria spp. affects the quality of forest stands and fruit trees significantly. The aim of the paper is to describe the changes in the anatomy of the bark and wood tissues of Malus domestica attacked by the fungus Neonectria ditissima. Significant structural alterations in the bark and wood tissues at the points of the perithecia occurrence were found. Significant and visible thickening (burl) on the branch at the point of injury was due to the excessive formation of lateral callus and wound after injury. The callus anatomy formed after the injury showed closed tumour features with a marked disorganization of the wood elements influenced by Neonectria ditissima infection spread in bark and cambium. |
Pastirčáková, K; Ostrovský, R; Pastirčák, M Mycobiota in dead and damaged branches of silver birch in Slovakia Journal Article Baltic Forestry, 24 (1), pp. 17-23, 2018, ISSN: 1392-1355. @article{Pastirčáková2018b, title = {Mycobiota in dead and damaged branches of silver birch in Slovakia}, author = {K. Pastirčáková and R. Ostrovský and M. Pastirčák}, url = {https://www.balticforestry.mi.lt/bf/PDF_Articles/2018-24%5B1%5D/Baltic%20Forestry%202018.1_017-023.pdf}, issn = {1392-1355}, year = {2018}, date = {2018-08-23}, journal = {Baltic Forestry}, volume = {24}, number = {1}, pages = {17-23}, abstract = {The species composition of the mycobiota in dead and damaged branches of silver birch (Betula pendula) was studied. The study material collected at 44 localities in Slovakia during the period of 2009 to 2015 was examined. In total, 27 fungal taxa (11 Ascomycetes and 16 Deuteromycetes) were identified on the basis of fruiting body morphology. Sixteen of them have never been recorded on birch trees in the country. Prosthemium betulinum, Trimmatostroma betulinum, Cytospora betulicola, Cryptosporella betulae, Coryneum lanciforme, Myxocyclus polycystis, Pleomassaria siparia, and Disculina betulina were the dominant colonisers of dead branches. The spectrum of fungi colonising dead and dying branches of B. pendula was compared in the following different types of stands: public parks and inter-block spaces of greenery, private gardens, forests, and tree alleys alongside roads. The average number of fungal taxa on birch trees growing in different habitats was not significantly different.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } The species composition of the mycobiota in dead and damaged branches of silver birch (Betula pendula) was studied. The study material collected at 44 localities in Slovakia during the period of 2009 to 2015 was examined. In total, 27 fungal taxa (11 Ascomycetes and 16 Deuteromycetes) were identified on the basis of fruiting body morphology. Sixteen of them have never been recorded on birch trees in the country. Prosthemium betulinum, Trimmatostroma betulinum, Cytospora betulicola, Cryptosporella betulae, Coryneum lanciforme, Myxocyclus polycystis, Pleomassaria siparia, and Disculina betulina were the dominant colonisers of dead branches. The spectrum of fungi colonising dead and dying branches of B. pendula was compared in the following different types of stands: public parks and inter-block spaces of greenery, private gardens, forests, and tree alleys alongside roads. The average number of fungal taxa on birch trees growing in different habitats was not significantly different. |
Pažitný, J; Bolvanský, M; Adamčíková, K Screening for resistance of progenies derived from Castanea sativa × C. crenata and C. crenata to Cryphonectria parasitica Journal Article Forest Pathology, 48 (5), pp. e12439, 2018, ISSN: 1439-0329. @article{Pažitný2018, title = {Screening for resistance of progenies derived from Castanea sativa × C. crenata and C. crenata to Cryphonectria parasitica}, author = {J. Pažitný and M. Bolvanský and K. Adamčíková}, url = {https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/efp.12439}, doi = {10.1111/efp.12439}, issn = {1439-0329}, year = {2018}, date = {2018-08-10}, journal = {Forest Pathology}, volume = {48}, number = {5}, pages = {e12439}, abstract = {The possibility of screening young seedlings of Castanea for chestnut blight resistance was examined to try to shorten time needed for a breeding programme. Two-year-old chestnut seedlings of eight progenies, derived from open and controlled pollination of three hybrids (Castanea sativa × C. crenata and a C. crenata tree by paternal tree of C. sativa) were screened for resistance to chestnut blight. One hybrid and a C. crenata were partially susceptible, and two hybrids were partially resistant to chestnut blight. A total of 179 seedlings were inoculated with two virulent and one hypovirulent strain of Cryphonectria parasitica at two dates (early June and early September). Stromata production was higher and canker size larger when seedlings were inoculated in early June. Differences in canker size among seedlings derived from different parental trees were observed only after September inoculation. However, differences in canker size among seedlings inoculated with the virulent strains were observed only after June inoculation. The only significant effect on seedling survival was based on fungal strains used for inoculation. Ratio of seedlings, which died after inoculation with the hypovirulent strain, was significantly lower (36.8%) than those that died after inoculation with virulent strains (88.4 and 95.1%). Survival of seedlings was affected only by fungal strains used in inoculation, and not influenced by parental trees. The risk of seedling dieback increased with increasing canker size and with decreasing stem diameter of seedlings. }, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } The possibility of screening young seedlings of Castanea for chestnut blight resistance was examined to try to shorten time needed for a breeding programme. Two-year-old chestnut seedlings of eight progenies, derived from open and controlled pollination of three hybrids (Castanea sativa × C. crenata and a C. crenata tree by paternal tree of C. sativa) were screened for resistance to chestnut blight. One hybrid and a C. crenata were partially susceptible, and two hybrids were partially resistant to chestnut blight. A total of 179 seedlings were inoculated with two virulent and one hypovirulent strain of Cryphonectria parasitica at two dates (early June and early September). Stromata production was higher and canker size larger when seedlings were inoculated in early June. Differences in canker size among seedlings derived from different parental trees were observed only after September inoculation. However, differences in canker size among seedlings inoculated with the virulent strains were observed only after June inoculation. The only significant effect on seedling survival was based on fungal strains used for inoculation. Ratio of seedlings, which died after inoculation with the hypovirulent strain, was significantly lower (36.8%) than those that died after inoculation with virulent strains (88.4 and 95.1%). Survival of seedlings was affected only by fungal strains used in inoculation, and not influenced by parental trees. The risk of seedling dieback increased with increasing canker size and with decreasing stem diameter of seedlings. |
Crous, P W; Wingfield, M J; Burgess, T I; Hardy, G.E.St.J.; Gené, J; Guarro, J; García, Baseia I G D; Gusmão, L F P; Souza-Motta, C M; Thangavel, R; Adamčík, S; Barili, A; Barnes, C W; Bezerra, J D P; Bordallo, J J; Cano-Lira, J F; de Oliveira, R J V; Ercole, E; Hubka, V; Iturrieta-González, I; Kubátová, A; Martín, M P; Moreau, P -A; Morte, A; Ordoñez, M E; Rodríguez, A; Stchigel, A M; Vizzini, A; Abdollahzadeh, J; Abreu, V P; Adamčíková, K; Albuquerque, G M R; Alexandrova, A V; Álvarez_Duarte, E; Armstrong-Cho, C; Banniza, S; Barbosa, R N; Bellanger, J -M; Bezerra, J L; Cabral, T S; Caicedo, Caboňand M E; Cantillo, T; Carnegie, A J; Carmo, L T; Castañeda-Ruiz, R F; Clement, C R; Čmoková, A; Conceição, L B; Cruz, R H S F; Damm, U; da_Silva, B D B; da_Silva, G A; da_Silva, R M F; Santiago, A.L.C.M._de_A.; de_Oliveira, L F; de_Souza, C A F; Déniel, F; Dima, B; Dong, G; Edwards, J; Félix, C R; Fournier, J; Gibertoni, T B; Hosaka, K; Iturriaga, T; Jadan, M; Jany, J -L; Jurjević, Ž; Kolařík, M; Kušan, I; Landell, M F; Leite_Cordeiro, T R; Lima, X D; Loizides, M; Luo, S; Machado, A R; Madrid, H; Magalhães, O M C; Marinho, P; Matočec, N; Mešić, A; Miller, A N; Morozova, O V; Neves, R P; Nonaka, K; Nováková, A; Oberlies, N H; Oliveira-Filho, J R C; Oliveira, T G L; Papp, V; Pereira, O L; Perrone, G; Peterson, S W; Pham, T H G; Raja, H A; Raudabaugh, D B; Řehulka, J; RodrÃguez-Andrade, E; Saba, M; Schauflerova, A; Shivas, R G; Simonini, G; Siqueira, J P Z; Sousa, J O; Stajsic, V; Svetasheva, T; Tan, Y P; Tkalčec, Z; Ullah, S; Valente, P; Valenzuela-Lopez, N; Abrinbana, M; Viana_Marques, D A; Wong, P T W; Xavier_de_Lima, V; Groenewald, J Z Fungal Planet description sheets: 716-784 Journal Article Persoonia, 40 , pp. 240-393, 2018, ISSN: 1878-9080. @article{Crous2018, title = {Fungal Planet description sheets: 716-784}, author = {P.W. Crous and M.J. Wingfield and T.I. Burgess and G.E.St.J. Hardy and J. Gené and J. Guarro and I.G. Baseia D. García and L.F.P. Gusmão and C.M. Souza-Motta and R. Thangavel and S. Adamčík and A. Barili and C.W. Barnes and J.D.P. Bezerra and J.J. Bordallo and J.F. Cano-Lira and R.J.V. de Oliveira and E. Ercole and V. Hubka and I. Iturrieta-González and A. Kubátová and M.P. Martín and P.-A. Moreau and A. Morte and M.E. Ordoñez and A. Rodríguez and A.M. Stchigel and A. Vizzini and J. Abdollahzadeh and V.P. Abreu and K. Adamčíková and G.M.R. Albuquerque and A.V. Alexandrova and E. Álvarez_Duarte and C. Armstrong-Cho and S. Banniza and R.N. Barbosa and J.-M. Bellanger and J.L. Bezerra and T.S. Cabral and M. Caboňand E. Caicedo and T. Cantillo and A.J. Carnegie and L.T. Carmo and R.F. Castañeda-Ruiz and C.R. Clement and A. Čmoková and L.B. Conceição and R.H.S.F Cruz and U. Damm and B.D.B. da_Silva and G.A. da_Silva and R.M.F. da_Silva and A.L.C.M._de_A. Santiago and L.F. de_Oliveira and C.A.F. de_Souza and F. Déniel and B. Dima and G. Dong and J. Edwards and C.R. Félix and J. Fournier and T.B. Gibertoni and K. Hosaka and T. Iturriaga and M. Jadan and J.-L. Jany and Ž. Jurjević and M. Kolařík and I. Kušan and M.F. Landell and T.R. Leite_Cordeiro and X.D. Lima and M. Loizides and S. Luo and A.R. Machado and H. Madrid and O.M.C. Magalhães and P. Marinho and N. Matočec and A. Mešić and A.N. Miller and O.V. Morozova and R.P. Neves and K. Nonaka and A. Nováková and N.H. Oberlies and J.R.C. Oliveira-Filho and T.G.L. Oliveira and V. Papp and O.L. Pereira and G. Perrone and S.W. Peterson and T.H.G. Pham and H.A. Raja and D.B. Raudabaugh and J. Řehulka and E. RodrÃguez-Andrade and M. Saba and A. Schauflerova and R.G. Shivas and G. Simonini and J.P.Z. Siqueira and J.O. Sousa and V. Stajsic and T. Svetasheva and Y.P. Tan and Z. Tkalčec and S. Ullah and P. Valente and N. Valenzuela-Lopez and M. Abrinbana and D.A. Viana_Marques and P.T.W. Wong and V. Xavier_de_Lima and J.Z. Groenewald}, doi = {https://doi.org/10.3767/persoonia.2018.40.10}, issn = {1878-9080}, year = {2018}, date = {2018-07-13}, journal = {Persoonia}, volume = {40}, pages = {240-393}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } |
Adamčík, S; Dima, B; Adamčíková, K; Læssøe, T; Moreau, P A; Vizzini, A; Jančovičová, S European Hodophilus (Clavariaceae, Agaricales) species with yellow stipe Journal Article Mycological Progress, 17 (9), pp. 1097-1111, 2018, ISSN: ISSN: 1861-8952 . @article{Adamčík2018, title = {European Hodophilus (Clavariaceae, Agaricales) species with yellow stipe }, author = {S. Adamčík and B. Dima and K. Adamčíková and T. Læssøe and P.A. Moreau and A. Vizzini and S. Jančovičová}, doi = {https://doi.org/10.1007/s11557-018-1418-1}, issn = {ISSN: 1861-8952 }, year = {2018}, date = {2018-06-29}, journal = {Mycological Progress}, volume = {17}, number = {9}, pages = {1097-1111}, abstract = {Phylogenetic reconstruction of Hodophilus species with a yellow colour on the stipe based on nrITS, nrLSU and rpb2 sequences revealed six European species. All these species correspond to the widely accepted European concept of a single species Hodophilus micaceus. Four of these species are described and illustrated. H. micaceus and H. phaeoxanthus are recognised as two separate species and H. albofloccipes as a synonym of the latter. Two species, H. anatinus and H. cambriensis, are described as new. Possible endemism of H. micaceus and H. cambriensis to the British Isles is discussed. All analysed North American samples represent different species to those found in Europe. The North American species Hygrophorus rugulosus is combined in the genus Hodophilus. The preliminary key uses position and development of the yellow colour during maturation as themost important distinguishing character.The presence of the yellow colour is discussed as a possible synapomorphic character.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Phylogenetic reconstruction of Hodophilus species with a yellow colour on the stipe based on nrITS, nrLSU and rpb2 sequences revealed six European species. All these species correspond to the widely accepted European concept of a single species Hodophilus micaceus. Four of these species are described and illustrated. H. micaceus and H. phaeoxanthus are recognised as two separate species and H. albofloccipes as a synonym of the latter. Two species, H. anatinus and H. cambriensis, are described as new. Possible endemism of H. micaceus and H. cambriensis to the British Isles is discussed. All analysed North American samples represent different species to those found in Europe. The North American species Hygrophorus rugulosus is combined in the genus Hodophilus. The preliminary key uses position and development of the yellow colour during maturation as themost important distinguishing character.The presence of the yellow colour is discussed as a possible synapomorphic character. |
Luptáková, Eva; Parák, Michal; Mihál, Ivan Structure of fungal communities (Ascomycota, Basidiomycota) in Western Carpathian submontane forest stands under different managements Journal Article Mycosphere, 9 (6), pp. 1053-1072, 2018. @article{Luptáková2018b, title = {Structure of fungal communities (Ascomycota, Basidiomycota) in Western Carpathian submontane forest stands under different managements}, author = {Eva Luptáková and Michal Parák and Ivan Mihál}, url = {http://www.mycosphere.org/pdf/MYCOSPHERE_9_6_1.pdf}, year = {2018}, date = {2018-06-12}, journal = {Mycosphere}, volume = {9}, number = {6}, pages = {1053-1072}, abstract = {In our paper, we present a mycocoenological study of two, differently managed beech forest stands (a 28 year-old pole-sapling stand – plot H and a control 115 year old mature stand – plot K) in temperate forests of The Western Carpathians. Out of 117 identified species of macromycetes, 87 species were found at plot H and 72 species at plot K. Altogether, 63% of fruiting bodies abundance was recorded at plot H and 37% was recorded at plot K. Together, 41 species (35.04%) had a common occurrence at both plots. We found 55 wood-inhabiting species, of which the most abundant production of fruiting bodies were by species Panellus stipticus (797 fruiting bodies), Hypoxylon fragiforme (480), Lycoperdon pyriforme (408); 32 ectomycorrhizal species, with the largest production of fruiting bodies by Craterellus cornucopioides (94 fruiting bodies), Russula foetens (36), Lactarius piperatus (24); and 27 species of terrestrial saprotrophs, out of which the most fruiting bodies were produced by species Mycena alcalina agg. (52 fruiting bodies), Mycena inclinata (50), Psathyrella laevissima (38). At plot K, the values of overall biomass production of fruiting bodies, as well as biomass of fruiting bodies of ectomycorrhizal species, were higher compared to plot H.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } In our paper, we present a mycocoenological study of two, differently managed beech forest stands (a 28 year-old pole-sapling stand – plot H and a control 115 year old mature stand – plot K) in temperate forests of The Western Carpathians. Out of 117 identified species of macromycetes, 87 species were found at plot H and 72 species at plot K. Altogether, 63% of fruiting bodies abundance was recorded at plot H and 37% was recorded at plot K. Together, 41 species (35.04%) had a common occurrence at both plots. We found 55 wood-inhabiting species, of which the most abundant production of fruiting bodies were by species Panellus stipticus (797 fruiting bodies), Hypoxylon fragiforme (480), Lycoperdon pyriforme (408); 32 ectomycorrhizal species, with the largest production of fruiting bodies by Craterellus cornucopioides (94 fruiting bodies), Russula foetens (36), Lactarius piperatus (24); and 27 species of terrestrial saprotrophs, out of which the most fruiting bodies were produced by species Mycena alcalina agg. (52 fruiting bodies), Mycena inclinata (50), Psathyrella laevissima (38). At plot K, the values of overall biomass production of fruiting bodies, as well as biomass of fruiting bodies of ectomycorrhizal species, were higher compared to plot H. |
Ondrušková, E; Jánošíková, Z; Adamčík, S; Kádasi-Horáková, M; Rákusová-Sládková, D; Adamčíková, K Needle blight caused by Dothistroma pini in Slovakia: distribution, host range and mating types Journal Article Scandinavian Journal of Forest Research, 33 (7), pp. 650-656, 2018, ISSN: 1651-1891. @article{Ondrušková2018, title = {Needle blight caused by Dothistroma pini in Slovakia: distribution, host range and mating types}, author = {E. Ondrušková and Z. Jánošíková and S. Adamčík and M. Kádasi-Horáková and D. Rákusová-Sládková and K. Adamčíková}, doi = {10.1080/02827581.2018.1482954}, issn = {1651-1891}, year = {2018}, date = {2018-06-06}, journal = {Scandinavian Journal of Forest Research}, volume = {33}, number = {7}, pages = {650-656}, abstract = {Dothistroma needle blight (DNB) has been observed in Slovakia during the last two decades. Up until 2017, Dothistroma septosporum has only been detected and molecularly confirmed to cause DNB in Slovakia. Here, we report the detection of Dothistroma pini at six localities around Slovakia, representing different plantation types. Four pine species (Pinus sylvestris, P. nigra, P. mugo and P. jeffreyi) were confirmed as hosts of D. pini in Slovakia, of which only P. mugo has been previously reported as host in Slovakia. Three gene regions (ITS, EF1 –α, and ß-tubulin) of each of the 13 isolates were sequenced and assigned as D. pini. Based on ITS sequences, the studied isolates represent the haplotypes Dp_HAP.1, Dp_HAP.2. Both mating types were detected but at different localities. Our results suggest that in addition to D. septosporum, D. pini may contribute to DNB also in Slovakia.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Dothistroma needle blight (DNB) has been observed in Slovakia during the last two decades. Up until 2017, Dothistroma septosporum has only been detected and molecularly confirmed to cause DNB in Slovakia. Here, we report the detection of Dothistroma pini at six localities around Slovakia, representing different plantation types. Four pine species (Pinus sylvestris, P. nigra, P. mugo and P. jeffreyi) were confirmed as hosts of D. pini in Slovakia, of which only P. mugo has been previously reported as host in Slovakia. Three gene regions (ITS, EF1 –α, and ß-tubulin) of each of the 13 isolates were sequenced and assigned as D. pini. Based on ITS sequences, the studied isolates represent the haplotypes Dp_HAP.1, Dp_HAP.2. Both mating types were detected but at different localities. Our results suggest that in addition to D. septosporum, D. pini may contribute to DNB also in Slovakia. |
Zúbrik, M; Pilarska, D; Kulfan, J; Barta, M; Hajek, A E; Bittner, T D; Zach, P; Takov, D; Kunca, A; Rell, S; Hirka, A; Csóka, G Journal of Invertebrate Pathology, 155 , pp. 52-54, 2018, ISSN: 0022-2011. @article{Zúbrik2018, title = {Phytophagous larvae occurring in Central and Southeastern European oak forests as a potential host of Entomophaga maimaiga (Entomophthorales: Entomophthoraceae) – A field study}, author = {M. Zúbrik and D. Pilarska and J. Kulfan and M. Barta and A.E. Hajek and T.D. Bittner and P. Zach and D. Takov and A. Kunca and S. Rell and A. Hirka and G. Csóka}, url = {https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jip.2018.05.003}, doi = {10.1016/j.jip.2018.05.003}, issn = {0022-2011}, year = {2018}, date = {2018-05-11}, journal = {Journal of Invertebrate Pathology}, volume = {155}, pages = {52-54}, abstract = {We evaluated the presence and impact of Entomophaga maimaiga on both target and non-target phytophagous larvae. All six study plots, with low gypsy moth population density, were situated in Central and Southeastern European oak forests and E. maimaiga had previously been reported from these plots. Totally, 45 of 4,045 (1.13%) collected non-target larvae died due to fungal infections. No non-target insect specimen was infected by E. maimaiga, although the presence of the pathogen could not be fully excluded in three cadavers. Out of 1,780 L. dispar larvae collected, 15 individuals (0.84%) were infected by E. maimaiga.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } We evaluated the presence and impact of Entomophaga maimaiga on both target and non-target phytophagous larvae. All six study plots, with low gypsy moth population density, were situated in Central and Southeastern European oak forests and E. maimaiga had previously been reported from these plots. Totally, 45 of 4,045 (1.13%) collected non-target larvae died due to fungal infections. No non-target insect specimen was infected by E. maimaiga, although the presence of the pathogen could not be fully excluded in three cadavers. Out of 1,780 L. dispar larvae collected, 15 individuals (0.84%) were infected by E. maimaiga. |
Kunová, S; Kántor, A; Terentjeva, M; Felsöciová, S; Ivanišová, E; Kluz, M; Hanus, P; Puchalski, C; Horáková, Kádasi M; Kačániová, M Microscopic fungi isolated from different Slovak grape varieties Journal Article Potravinarstvo Slovak Journal of Food Sciences, 12 (1), pp. 438-443, 2018, ISSN: 1337-0960. @article{Kunová2018, title = {Microscopic fungi isolated from different Slovak grape varieties}, author = {S. Kunová and A. Kántor and M. Terentjeva and S. Felsöciová and E. Ivanišová and M. Kluz and P. Hanus and C. Puchalski and M. Kádasi Horáková and M. Kačániová}, editor = {S. Kunová and A. Kántor and M. Terentjeva and S. Felsöciová and E. Ivanišová and M. Kluz and P. Hanus and C. Puchalski and M. Kádasi Horáková and M. Kačániová}, url = {http://ife.sk/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/893-5354-2-PB-1-4-pdf-212x300.jpg}, doi = {https://doi.org/10.5219/893}, issn = {1337-0960}, year = {2018}, date = {2018-04-24}, journal = {Potravinarstvo Slovak Journal of Food Sciences}, volume = {12}, number = {1}, pages = {438-443}, abstract = { The aim of this study was to isolate and identify microscopic fungi in different grape samples. We collected 13 grapes varienties samples (9 white and 4 red) from local Slovak winemakers in the end of the September 2017. Used 13 grape samples in this study: Alibernet, Irsai Oliver, Dornfelder, Blue Frankish, Feteasca regala, Green Veltliner, Pálava, Mūller Thurgau, Rhinriesling, Cabernet Savignon, Pinot Blanc, Savignon Blanc and Welschriesling. Microscopic fungi in grape samples were detected on Malt extract agar by spread plate method. The number of microscopic fungi ranged from 2.85 log cfu.g-1 in Cabernet Savignon to 4.83 log cfu.g-1 in Feteasca regala. A total of 627 isolates of microscopic fungi were obtained in this study. The most abundant fungi belonged to genera Alternaria and Penicillium (100% frequency). The high frequency was also detected for Aspergillus (76.92%) and Cladosporium (76.92%) but with lesser relative density. Alternaria sp., Aspergillus niger, Aspergillus sp., Botrytis cinerea, Cladosporium sp., Penicillium expansum, Phoma sp., Rhizopus sp. and Trichoderma sp. species were isolated from grape berries. }, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } The aim of this study was to isolate and identify microscopic fungi in different grape samples. We collected 13 grapes varienties samples (9 white and 4 red) from local Slovak winemakers in the end of the September 2017. Used 13 grape samples in this study: Alibernet, Irsai Oliver, Dornfelder, Blue Frankish, Feteasca regala, Green Veltliner, Pálava, Mūller Thurgau, Rhinriesling, Cabernet Savignon, Pinot Blanc, Savignon Blanc and Welschriesling. Microscopic fungi in grape samples were detected on Malt extract agar by spread plate method. The number of microscopic fungi ranged from 2.85 log cfu.g-1 in Cabernet Savignon to 4.83 log cfu.g-1 in Feteasca regala. A total of 627 isolates of microscopic fungi were obtained in this study. The most abundant fungi belonged to genera Alternaria and Penicillium (100% frequency). The high frequency was also detected for Aspergillus (76.92%) and Cladosporium (76.92%) but with lesser relative density. Alternaria sp., Aspergillus niger, Aspergillus sp., Botrytis cinerea, Cladosporium sp., Penicillium expansum, Phoma sp., Rhizopus sp. and Trichoderma sp. species were isolated from grape berries. |
Pastirčáková, K; Ivanová, H; Pastirčák, M Species diversity of fungi on damaged branches and leaves of ashes (Fraxinus spp.) in different types of stands in Slovakia Journal Article Central European Forestry Journal, 64 (2), pp. 133-139, 2018, ISSN: 0323-1046. @article{Pastirčáková2018, title = {Species diversity of fungi on damaged branches and leaves of ashes (\textit{Fraxinus} spp.) in different types of stands in Slovakia}, author = {K. Pastirčáková and H. Ivanová and M. Pastirčák}, url = {https://content.sciendo.com/view/journals/forj/64/2/article-p133.xml}, doi = {10.1515/forj-2017-0035}, issn = {0323-1046}, year = {2018}, date = {2018-04-16}, journal = {Central European Forestry Journal}, volume = {64}, number = {2}, pages = {133-139}, abstract = {The diversity of fungi on branches and leaves of ashes (Fraxinus angustifolia, F. excelsior, F. ornus) in Slovakia was studied. Symptomatic material collected in Slovakia during the period of 2013 to 2017 and herbarium specimens previously collected were examined. In total, 30 fungal taxa (15 Deuteromycetes, 14 Ascomycetes and one Basidiomycetes) were recorded. Twenty-three of them have never been recorded on ashes in the country. The most frequently occurring fungi were Hymenoscyphus fraxineus (anamorph Chalara fraxinea) that causes necrosis of shoots and branches, and Phyllactinia fraxini, a foliar pathogen that causes powdery mildew disease. Fungal diversity on ashes growing in different types of stands was compared. Species richness was the greatest in seed orchards (20 fungal taxa) compared to private gardens, which contained the lowest (two fungal taxa). Species diversity in forest stands comprised 18 fungal taxa and the urban greenery was represented by 10 fungal taxa. Nine fungal taxa were recorded in tree alley along the road. The widest fungal species spectrum was recorded on F. excelsior.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } The diversity of fungi on branches and leaves of ashes (Fraxinus angustifolia, F. excelsior, F. ornus) in Slovakia was studied. Symptomatic material collected in Slovakia during the period of 2013 to 2017 and herbarium specimens previously collected were examined. In total, 30 fungal taxa (15 Deuteromycetes, 14 Ascomycetes and one Basidiomycetes) were recorded. Twenty-three of them have never been recorded on ashes in the country. The most frequently occurring fungi were Hymenoscyphus fraxineus (anamorph Chalara fraxinea) that causes necrosis of shoots and branches, and Phyllactinia fraxini, a foliar pathogen that causes powdery mildew disease. Fungal diversity on ashes growing in different types of stands was compared. Species richness was the greatest in seed orchards (20 fungal taxa) compared to private gardens, which contained the lowest (two fungal taxa). Species diversity in forest stands comprised 18 fungal taxa and the urban greenery was represented by 10 fungal taxa. Nine fungal taxa were recorded in tree alley along the road. The widest fungal species spectrum was recorded on F. excelsior. |
Jánošíková-Hečková, Z; Ondrušková, E; Barta, M; Ostrovský, R; Kádasi-Horáková, M; Pastirčáková, K; Kobza, M; Adamčíková, K The hosts and geographic range of Dothistroma needle blight in Slovakia Journal Article Forest Pathology, 48 (3), pp. e12421, 2018, ISSN: 1437-4781. @article{Jánošíková-Hečková2018, title = {The hosts and geographic range of Dothistroma needle blight in Slovakia}, author = {Z. Jánošíková-Hečková and E. Ondrušková and M. Barta and R. Ostrovský and M. Kádasi-Horáková and K. Pastirčáková and M. Kobza and K. Adamčíková }, url = {https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1111/efp.12421}, doi = {10.1111/efp.12421}, issn = {1437-4781}, year = {2018}, date = {2018-02-15}, journal = {Forest Pathology}, volume = {48}, number = {3}, pages = {e12421}, abstract = {The occurrence and distribution of Dothistroma needle blight (DNB) were studied in 2014–2017 around Slovakia. A total of 84 localities, both native and planted, were investigated, and the presence of DNB was confirmed in 73 of them. In all positive locations, symptoms typical of DNB were observed and the Dothistroma species was confirmed using species-specific primers either from fungal cultures or directly from needles. Both Dothistroma species—D. septosporum and D. pini—were identified. Both species occurred together in 29 locations, only D. septosporum in 42 and only D. pini in two locations. The host range of D. septosporum included 10 pine species and two spruce species. The host range of D. pini comprised the same number of pine hosts but only one spruce species. Five pine hosts, P. aristata, P. coulteri, P. densiflora, P. jeffreyi, P. × schwerinii, and one spruce host P. abies are new hosts species of D. pini. P. densiflora and Picea pungens have earlier been reported to be susceptible for DNB. In this study, D. septosporum was found from both tree species.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } The occurrence and distribution of Dothistroma needle blight (DNB) were studied in 2014–2017 around Slovakia. A total of 84 localities, both native and planted, were investigated, and the presence of DNB was confirmed in 73 of them. In all positive locations, symptoms typical of DNB were observed and the Dothistroma species was confirmed using species-specific primers either from fungal cultures or directly from needles. Both Dothistroma species—D. septosporum and D. pini—were identified. Both species occurred together in 29 locations, only D. septosporum in 42 and only D. pini in two locations. The host range of D. septosporum included 10 pine species and two spruce species. The host range of D. pini comprised the same number of pine hosts but only one spruce species. Five pine hosts, P. aristata, P. coulteri, P. densiflora, P. jeffreyi, P. × schwerinii, and one spruce host P. abies are new hosts species of D. pini. P. densiflora and Picea pungens have earlier been reported to be susceptible for DNB. In this study, D. septosporum was found from both tree species. |
Gajdoš, Peter; Černecká, Ľudmila; Franc, Valerián; Šestáková, Anna Spiders of Slovakia Book VEDA, 2018, ISBN: 978-80-224-1618-4. @book{Gajdoš2018, title = {Spiders of Slovakia }, author = {Peter Gajdoš and Ľudmila Černecká and Valerián Franc and Anna Šestáková }, isbn = {978-80-224-1618-4}, year = {2018}, date = {2018-02-15}, journal = {VEDA}, publisher = {VEDA}, abstract = {The monograph is focused on Slovak spider names recorded in our country, on the history of Slovak names and basic rules of zoological nomenclature. Moreover it briefly discussed spider ecology and phylogeny, and is also a guide to Slovakian spider families. In the history of the Slovak language was largely suppressed, therefore the formation of the Slovak spider nomenclature was more or less confined to a few common and remarkable species (e. g. Araneus diadematus, Tegenaria domestica). First Slovak spider names appeared in the second half of the 19th century in natural history schoolbooks. Improvements of the Slovak nomenclature continued in 20th century by translators S. Klima, R. Klačko, A. Gutteková, I. Zmoray and others. The first important milestone in Slovak spider nomeclature was made by O. Žitnanská in the encyclopedia “Z našej prírody” (1981) presented 29 species. Next significant changes of Slovak nomenclature formed mostly in the last decade. One of the meaningful, although unpublished work, is the bachelor thesis by Korenko (2004), which listed Slovak names for 62 species and 20 spider families. However most of the names seems to be influenced by Czech nomenclature by Kůrka, Kovařík(2003). He publicized all his names and thesis on his website, which included family determination key. Thanks to this page Slovak spider names of species and their families has been available to the general public. Few years later came out the monograph about High Tatras, which listed Slovak names to 65 species (Svatoň, 2010). No other publication influenced Slovak spider nomenclature from that time. In conclusion, we found out 153species with Slovak names, represented approximately 16% of our arachnofauna. From all known Slovakian families only six lacked Slovak name. Interestingly, numerous variations of Slovak names were used dominantly for well-knownspecies e. g. Araneus diadematus, Argiope bruennichi, Teganaria domestica,Argyroneta aquatica, Dolomedes fimbriatus and Salticus sceniscus. Here we presented971 Slovak species names and 39 Slovak family names of our spiders. Additionaly to Slovak names we made an overview of scientific synonyms used in Slovak publications and known dubious names. Moreover the book offers to readers essential information and many interesting facts about spider families known from Slovakia. }, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {book} } The monograph is focused on Slovak spider names recorded in our country, on the history of Slovak names and basic rules of zoological nomenclature. Moreover it briefly discussed spider ecology and phylogeny, and is also a guide to Slovakian spider families. In the history of the Slovak language was largely suppressed, therefore the formation of the Slovak spider nomenclature was more or less confined to a few common and remarkable species (e. g. Araneus diadematus, Tegenaria domestica). First Slovak spider names appeared in the second half of the 19th century in natural history schoolbooks. Improvements of the Slovak nomenclature continued in 20th century by translators S. Klima, R. Klačko, A. Gutteková, I. Zmoray and others. The first important milestone in Slovak spider nomeclature was made by O. Žitnanská in the encyclopedia “Z našej prírody” (1981) presented 29 species. Next significant changes of Slovak nomenclature formed mostly in the last decade. One of the meaningful, although unpublished work, is the bachelor thesis by Korenko (2004), which listed Slovak names for 62 species and 20 spider families. However most of the names seems to be influenced by Czech nomenclature by Kůrka, Kovařík(2003). He publicized all his names and thesis on his website, which included family determination key. Thanks to this page Slovak spider names of species and their families has been available to the general public. Few years later came out the monograph about High Tatras, which listed Slovak names to 65 species (Svatoň, 2010). No other publication influenced Slovak spider nomenclature from that time. In conclusion, we found out 153species with Slovak names, represented approximately 16% of our arachnofauna. From all known Slovakian families only six lacked Slovak name. Interestingly, numerous variations of Slovak names were used dominantly for well-knownspecies e. g. Araneus diadematus, Argiope bruennichi, Teganaria domestica,Argyroneta aquatica, Dolomedes fimbriatus and Salticus sceniscus. Here we presented971 Slovak species names and 39 Slovak family names of our spiders. Additionaly to Slovak names we made an overview of scientific synonyms used in Slovak publications and known dubious names. Moreover the book offers to readers essential information and many interesting facts about spider families known from Slovakia. |
Iorgu, I S; Krištín, A; Szövényi, G; Kaňuch, P; Jarčuška, B; Sahlean, T; Iorgu, E I; Orci, K M Bioacoustics , pp. 1-14, 2018. @article{IORGU2017, title = {Distinctive male–female acoustic duetting supports the specific status of \textit{Isophya fatrensis}, a West-Carpathian endemic bush-cricket (Insecta: Orthoptera: Tettigoniidae: Phaneropterinae)}, author = {I.S. Iorgu and A. Krištín and G. Szövényi and P. Kaňuch and B. Jarčuška and T. Sahlean and E.I. Iorgu and K.M. Orci}, url = {http://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/09524622.2016.1272005?journalCode=tbio20}, doi = {DOI: 10.1080/09524622.2016.1272005 }, year = {2018}, date = {2018-02-01}, journal = {Bioacoustics }, pages = {1-14}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } |
Djukic, Ika; Kepfer-Rojas, Sebastian; Schmidt, Inger Kappel; Larsen, Klaus Steenberg; Beier, Claus; Berg, Björn; Verheyen, Kris; Barna, Milan; Mihál, Ivan; et. al, Early stage litter decomposition across biomes Journal Article Science of the Total Environment, 628-629 (1), pp. 1369-1394, 2018, ISSN: 0378-1127. @article{Djukic2018, title = {Early stage litter decomposition across biomes}, author = {Ika Djukic and Sebastian Kepfer-Rojas and Inger Kappel Schmidt and Klaus Steenberg Larsen and Claus Beier and Björn Berg and Kris Verheyen and Milan Barna and Ivan Mihál and et. al}, url = {https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0048969718300123}, issn = {0378-1127}, year = {2018}, date = {2018-01-01}, journal = {Science of the Total Environment}, volume = {628-629}, number = {1}, pages = {1369-1394}, abstract = {Through litter decomposition enormous amounts of carbon is emitted to the atmosphere. Numerous large-scale decomposition experiments have been conducted focusing on this fundamental soil process in order to understand the controls on the terrestrial carbon transfer to the atmosphere. However, previous studies were mostly based on site-specific litter and methodologies, adding major uncertainty to syntheses, comparisons and metaanalyses across different experiments and sites. In the TeaComposition initiative, the potential litter decomposition is investigated by using standardized substrates (Rooibos and Green tea) for comparison of litter mass loss at 336 sites (ranging from −9 to +26 °C MAT and from 60 to 3113mm MAP) across different ecosystems. In this study we tested the effect of climate (temperature and moisture), litter type and land-use on early stage decomposition (3 months) across nine biomes. We show that litter quality was the predominant controlling factor in early stage litter decomposition, which explained about 65% of the variability in litter decomposition at a global scale. The effect of climate, on the other hand, was not litter specific and explained b0.5% of the variation for Green tea and 5% for Rooibos tea, and was of significance only under unfavorable decomposition conditions (i.e. xeric versus mesic environments).When the data were aggregated at the biome scale, climate played a significant role on decomposition of both litter types (explaining 64% of the variation for Green tea and 72% for Rooibos tea).No significant effect of land-use on early stage litter decompositionwas notedwithin the temperate biome. Our results indicate that multiple drivers are affecting early stage littermass loss with litter quality being dominant. In order to be able to quantify the relative importance of the different drivers over time, long-term studies combined with experimental trials are needed.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Through litter decomposition enormous amounts of carbon is emitted to the atmosphere. Numerous large-scale decomposition experiments have been conducted focusing on this fundamental soil process in order to understand the controls on the terrestrial carbon transfer to the atmosphere. However, previous studies were mostly based on site-specific litter and methodologies, adding major uncertainty to syntheses, comparisons and metaanalyses across different experiments and sites. In the TeaComposition initiative, the potential litter decomposition is investigated by using standardized substrates (Rooibos and Green tea) for comparison of litter mass loss at 336 sites (ranging from −9 to +26 °C MAT and from 60 to 3113mm MAP) across different ecosystems. In this study we tested the effect of climate (temperature and moisture), litter type and land-use on early stage decomposition (3 months) across nine biomes. We show that litter quality was the predominant controlling factor in early stage litter decomposition, which explained about 65% of the variability in litter decomposition at a global scale. The effect of climate, on the other hand, was not litter specific and explained b0.5% of the variation for Green tea and 5% for Rooibos tea, and was of significance only under unfavorable decomposition conditions (i.e. xeric versus mesic environments).When the data were aggregated at the biome scale, climate played a significant role on decomposition of both litter types (explaining 64% of the variation for Green tea and 72% for Rooibos tea).No significant effect of land-use on early stage litter decompositionwas notedwithin the temperate biome. Our results indicate that multiple drivers are affecting early stage littermass loss with litter quality being dominant. In order to be able to quantify the relative importance of the different drivers over time, long-term studies combined with experimental trials are needed. |
Naďo, L; Kašová, M; Krištín, A; Kaňuch, P Cooperative nest‐defence behaviour and territory quality in a resident and socially monogamous passerine Journal Article Ethology, 124 (7), pp. 514-526, 2018, ISSN: 1439-0310. @article{Naďo2018, title = {Cooperative nest‐defence behaviour and territory quality in a resident and socially monogamous passerine}, author = {L. Naďo and M. Kašová and A. Krištín and P. Kaňuch}, doi = {10.1111/eth.12755}, issn = {1439-0310}, year = {2018}, date = {2018-01-01}, journal = {Ethology}, volume = {124}, number = {7}, pages = {514-526}, abstract = {Nest defence is a fundamental aspect of parental care in secondary cavity‐nesting birds, and predation or competition for nesting sites can involve different defensive behaviours. Because habitat quality determines breeding success, we were interested in whether breeding pairs of the Eurasian nuthatch, Sitta europaea, established in more favourable environment also manifest higher probability of cooperative behaviour during their nest‐site defence. To explore this relationship, we quantified behavioural displays of both parents and analysed activity budget ethogram data from simulated territorial intrusions performed in the chick‐feeding phase with one conspecific and two different heterospecific stimuli (dummies of nuthatch, starling and woodpecker). We found that paired individuals shared their roles during nest‐site defence to a considerable extent. Males had a significantly higher number of attacks on intruders than females, and females performed more threat displays and controls of the brood than males. Multinomial analysis of the cooperative behaviour suggested that pairs in a high‐quality territory had higher probability of reciprocal substitution of different roles towards a balance between attacks, threat displays and nest controls. Contrary to this, pairs in a low‐quality territory had less likely pairwise combinations of simultaneous behavioural states that are associated with effective nest‐site defence. The difference in response probability according to territory quality was, however, highly variable in view of the stimulus that was used in simulated territorial intrusion. Because individual roles and the complex behavioural repertoire of pairs altered in response to territory quality and potential nest‐site competitor or brood predator, our results suggest that the cooperative nest‐defence behaviour could be linked to the breeding success of this year‐round territorial species living in a heterogeneous forest habitat. }, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Nest defence is a fundamental aspect of parental care in secondary cavity‐nesting birds, and predation or competition for nesting sites can involve different defensive behaviours. Because habitat quality determines breeding success, we were interested in whether breeding pairs of the Eurasian nuthatch, Sitta europaea, established in more favourable environment also manifest higher probability of cooperative behaviour during their nest‐site defence. To explore this relationship, we quantified behavioural displays of both parents and analysed activity budget ethogram data from simulated territorial intrusions performed in the chick‐feeding phase with one conspecific and two different heterospecific stimuli (dummies of nuthatch, starling and woodpecker). We found that paired individuals shared their roles during nest‐site defence to a considerable extent. Males had a significantly higher number of attacks on intruders than females, and females performed more threat displays and controls of the brood than males. Multinomial analysis of the cooperative behaviour suggested that pairs in a high‐quality territory had higher probability of reciprocal substitution of different roles towards a balance between attacks, threat displays and nest controls. Contrary to this, pairs in a low‐quality territory had less likely pairwise combinations of simultaneous behavioural states that are associated with effective nest‐site defence. The difference in response probability according to territory quality was, however, highly variable in view of the stimulus that was used in simulated territorial intrusion. Because individual roles and the complex behavioural repertoire of pairs altered in response to territory quality and potential nest‐site competitor or brood predator, our results suggest that the cooperative nest‐defence behaviour could be linked to the breeding success of this year‐round territorial species living in a heterogeneous forest habitat. |
Pšidová, E; Živčák, M; adn Orlović, Stojnić S S; Gömöry, D; Kučerová, J; Ditmarová, Ľ; Střelcová, K; Brestič, M; Kalaji, H M Altitude of origin influences the responses of PSII photochemistry to heat waves in European beech (Fagus sylvatica L.) Journal Article Environmental and Experimental Botany, 152 , pp. 97-106, 2018, ISSN: 00988472. @article{Pšidová2018, title = {Altitude of origin influences the responses of PSII photochemistry to heat waves in European beech (Fagus sylvatica L.)}, author = {E. Pšidová and M. Živčák and S. Stojnić adn S. Orlović and D. Gömöry and J. Kučerová and Ľ. Ditmarová and K. Střelcová and M. Brestič and H.M. Kalaji}, doi = {10.1016/j.envexpbot.2017.12.001}, issn = {00988472}, year = {2018}, date = {2018-01-01}, journal = {Environmental and Experimental Botany}, volume = {152}, pages = {97-106}, abstract = {The photosynthetic responses to the combined effect of drought and heat stress were studied in leaves of 19-years-old European beech (Fagus sylvatica L.) trees originating from five provenances in Central Europe differing by altitude (55–1250 m), and grown in the same experimental plot. The measurements were conducted at the beginning of heat waves, under two different conditions: during a dry period (middle of July) and after recovery in wetter period, at the beginning of August. The decreases of stomatal conductance (gs) and net photosynthesis rate (ACO2) during drought and heat wave stress were very similar in all provenances. However, we observed distinct response of PSII photochemistry on combined drought and high temperature stress, well associated with altitude of origin of the beech provenances. Measurements of pulse amplitude modulated (PAM) fluorescence identified maintenance of a high electron transport rate in beech provenances from high altitudes under drought and heat wave conditions, associated with some decrease of excitation pressure on PSII. This can be explained by enhanced capacity of alternative electron sinks to utilize the excess of electrons as a photoprotective mechanism. The analyses of fast chlorophyll fluorescence kinetics confirmed the differences in responses of PSII photochemistry between provenances originating from different altitudes. Compared with provenances at higher altitudes, we found more sensitive response (i.e. more limited electron transport at the PSII acceptor side and changes in the size of light harvesting complexes) to drought and heat stress, in those growing at low altitudes. Our results support the hypothesis that the provenances originating from higher altitudes possess enhanced phenotypic plasticity related to photoprotective responses, resulting from the long-term adaptation to marginal mountain conditions.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } The photosynthetic responses to the combined effect of drought and heat stress were studied in leaves of 19-years-old European beech (Fagus sylvatica L.) trees originating from five provenances in Central Europe differing by altitude (55–1250 m), and grown in the same experimental plot. The measurements were conducted at the beginning of heat waves, under two different conditions: during a dry period (middle of July) and after recovery in wetter period, at the beginning of August. The decreases of stomatal conductance (gs) and net photosynthesis rate (ACO2) during drought and heat wave stress were very similar in all provenances. However, we observed distinct response of PSII photochemistry on combined drought and high temperature stress, well associated with altitude of origin of the beech provenances. Measurements of pulse amplitude modulated (PAM) fluorescence identified maintenance of a high electron transport rate in beech provenances from high altitudes under drought and heat wave conditions, associated with some decrease of excitation pressure on PSII. This can be explained by enhanced capacity of alternative electron sinks to utilize the excess of electrons as a photoprotective mechanism. The analyses of fast chlorophyll fluorescence kinetics confirmed the differences in responses of PSII photochemistry between provenances originating from different altitudes. Compared with provenances at higher altitudes, we found more sensitive response (i.e. more limited electron transport at the PSII acceptor side and changes in the size of light harvesting complexes) to drought and heat stress, in those growing at low altitudes. Our results support the hypothesis that the provenances originating from higher altitudes possess enhanced phenotypic plasticity related to photoprotective responses, resulting from the long-term adaptation to marginal mountain conditions. |
Kučerová, Jana; Konôpková, Alena; Pšidová, Eva; Kurjak, Daniel; Jamnická, Gabriela; Slugenová, Kristína; Gömöry, Dušan; Ditmarová, Ľubica Adaptive variation in physiological traits of beech provenances in Central Europe Journal Article iForest-Biogeosciences and Forestry, 11 (1), pp. 24-31, 2018. @article{adnKonôpková2018, title = {Adaptive variation in physiological traits of beech provenances in Central Europe}, author = {Jana Kučerová and Alena Konôpková and Eva Pšidová and Daniel Kurjak and Gabriela Jamnická and Kristína Slugenová and Dušan Gömöry and Ľubica Ditmarová}, doi = {10.3832/ifor2291-010}, year = {2018}, date = {2018-01-01}, journal = {iForest-Biogeosciences and Forestry}, volume = {11}, number = {1}, pages = {24-31}, abstract = { Current climate changes can led to a decline of local beech populations fully adapted to previous climate conditions. In this context, the issue of variation in adaptive traits becomes important. A field experiment with 18-year-old trees of Fagus sylvatica L. was conducted on provenance plot located in Tále (Central Slovakia), where physiological responses of five beech provenances originating from contrasting sites along an altitudinal gradient from 55 to 1100 m a.s.l. across the range of the natural beech distribution were studied. Stomatal characteristics, parameters of chlorophyll a fluorescence and gas exchange parameters were determined. Overall, we observed a significant increase in physiological performance at the leaf level with increasing altitude of origin. Provenances from the higher altitudes showed higher CO2 assimilation rate, stomatal density, potential conductance indices and photochemical efficiency, and lower capability for dissipation of energy by heat. A similar pattern of response was recorded in relation to the precipitation regime of sites of origin. Moreover, in the context of the temperature regime, several negative trends were observed.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Current climate changes can led to a decline of local beech populations fully adapted to previous climate conditions. In this context, the issue of variation in adaptive traits becomes important. A field experiment with 18-year-old trees of Fagus sylvatica L. was conducted on provenance plot located in Tále (Central Slovakia), where physiological responses of five beech provenances originating from contrasting sites along an altitudinal gradient from 55 to 1100 m a.s.l. across the range of the natural beech distribution were studied. Stomatal characteristics, parameters of chlorophyll a fluorescence and gas exchange parameters were determined. Overall, we observed a significant increase in physiological performance at the leaf level with increasing altitude of origin. Provenances from the higher altitudes showed higher CO2 assimilation rate, stomatal density, potential conductance indices and photochemical efficiency, and lower capability for dissipation of energy by heat. A similar pattern of response was recorded in relation to the precipitation regime of sites of origin. Moreover, in the context of the temperature regime, several negative trends were observed. |
Naďo, Ladislav; Kaňuch, Peter Why sampling ratio matters: Logistic regression and studies of habitat use Journal Article PloS ONE, 13 (7), pp. e0200742, 2018. @article{Naďo2018b, title = {Why sampling ratio matters: Logistic regression and studies of habitat use}, author = {Ladislav Naďo and Peter Kaňuch}, url = {http://ife.sk/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/journal.pone_.0200742.pdf}, doi = { https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0200742}, year = {2018}, date = {2018-01-01}, journal = {PloS ONE}, volume = {13}, number = {7}, pages = {e0200742}, abstract = {Logistic regression (LR) models are among the most frequently used statistical tools in ecology. With LR one can infer if a species’ habitat use is related to environmental factors and estimate the probability of species occurrence based on the values of these factors. However, studies often use inadequate sampling with regards to the arbitrarily chosen ratio between occupied and unoccupied (or available) locations, and this has a profound effect on the inference and predictive power of LR models. To demonstrate the effect of various sampling strategies/efforts on the quality of LR models, we used a unique census dataset containing all the used roosting cavities of the tree-dwelling bat Nyctalus leisleri and all cavities where the species was absent. We compared models constructed from randomly selected data subsets with varying ratios of occupied and unoccupied cavities (1:1, 1:5, 1:10) with a full dataset model (ratio 1:31). These comparisons revealed that the power of LR models was low when the sampling did not reflect the population ratio of occupied and unoccupied cavities. The use of weights improved the subsampled models. Thus, this study warns against inadequate data sampling and highly encourages a randomized sampling procedure to estimate the true ratio of occupied:unoccupied locations, which can then be used to optimize a manageable sampling effort and apply weights to improve the LR model. Such an approach may provide robust and reliable models suitable for both inference and prediction.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Logistic regression (LR) models are among the most frequently used statistical tools in ecology. With LR one can infer if a species’ habitat use is related to environmental factors and estimate the probability of species occurrence based on the values of these factors. However, studies often use inadequate sampling with regards to the arbitrarily chosen ratio between occupied and unoccupied (or available) locations, and this has a profound effect on the inference and predictive power of LR models. To demonstrate the effect of various sampling strategies/efforts on the quality of LR models, we used a unique census dataset containing all the used roosting cavities of the tree-dwelling bat Nyctalus leisleri and all cavities where the species was absent. We compared models constructed from randomly selected data subsets with varying ratios of occupied and unoccupied cavities (1:1, 1:5, 1:10) with a full dataset model (ratio 1:31). These comparisons revealed that the power of LR models was low when the sampling did not reflect the population ratio of occupied and unoccupied cavities. The use of weights improved the subsampled models. Thus, this study warns against inadequate data sampling and highly encourages a randomized sampling procedure to estimate the true ratio of occupied:unoccupied locations, which can then be used to optimize a manageable sampling effort and apply weights to improve the LR model. Such an approach may provide robust and reliable models suitable for both inference and prediction. |
Ferus, P; Sgherri, C Watermelon leaf antioxidant defence under sea-like water irrigation differs with growth vigour Journal Article Agrochimica, 62 (1), pp. 47-54, 2018. @article{Ferus2018, title = {Watermelon leaf antioxidant defence under sea-like water irrigation differs with growth vigour}, author = {P. Ferus and C. Sgherri}, year = {2018}, date = {2018-01-01}, journal = {Agrochimica}, volume = {62}, number = {1}, pages = {47-54}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } |
Kulfan, J; Sarvašová, L; Parák, M; Dzurenko, M; Zach, P Can late flushing trees avoid attack by moth larvae in temperate forests? Journal Article Plant Protection Science, 54 , pp. 272-283, 2018, ISSN: 12122580. @article{Kulfan2018, title = {Can late flushing trees avoid attack by moth larvae in temperate forests?}, author = {J. Kulfan and L. Sarvašová and M. Parák and M. Dzurenko and P. Zach}, doi = {https://doi.org/10.17221/11/2018-PPS}, issn = {12122580}, year = {2018}, date = {2018-01-01}, journal = {Plant Protection Science}, volume = {54}, pages = {272-283}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } |
Kipson, M; Šálek, M; Lučan, R; Uhrin, M; Maxinová, E; Bartonička, T; Andreas, M; Kipson, K; Pušić, A; Rnjak, D; Naďo, L; Horáček, Ivan Foraging Habitat, Home-Range Size and Diet of a Mediterranean Bat Species, Savi's Pipistrelle Journal Article Acta Chiropterologica, 20 (2), pp. 351-360, 2018. @article{Kipson2018, title = {Foraging Habitat, Home-Range Size and Diet of a Mediterranean Bat Species, Savi's Pipistrelle}, author = {M. Kipson and M. Šálek and R. Lučan and M. Uhrin and E. Maxinová and T. Bartonička and M. Andreas and K. Kipson and A. Pušić and D. Rnjak and L. Naďo and Ivan Horáček}, year = {2018}, date = {2018-01-01}, journal = {Acta Chiropterologica}, volume = {20}, number = {2}, pages = {351-360}, abstract = {The Mediterranean is considered one of the richest biodiversity regions in Europe, and bats contribute to this species richness. Within the last two decades, certain bat species traditionally considered as representatives of the Mediterranean have spread northwards and colonized areas outside this region. In our study, we focused on ecological requirements of one of these bat species, the Savi's pipistrelle (Hypsugo savii). We used radio-telemetry and diet analysis to describe habitat use, home-range size and diet composition of reproductive females of Savi's pipistrelle in the traditional core of its distribution range in the Mediterranean region. Our results indicate that Savi's pipistrelle is able to fly long distances and utilize a wide range of habitats within its home-range, with affinities for particular habitats depending on its reproductive status. In particular, pregnant females favoured rocky pastures and forest areas, followed by meadows and riparian habitat, whereas the affinity for riparian habitat increased in lactating females, followed closely by meadows, forest and rocky pastures. The larger affinity for riparian habitats during lactation might indicate its importance for successful rearing of young, which could be influenced in the future by increasing droughts and water shortage in the Mediterranean region. Nevertheless, based on our radio-telemetry and diet analysis the species shows a high degree of flexibility, as an opportunistic forager that flies across large areas on a nightly basis, which may be a good predisposition for colonizing new areas.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } The Mediterranean is considered one of the richest biodiversity regions in Europe, and bats contribute to this species richness. Within the last two decades, certain bat species traditionally considered as representatives of the Mediterranean have spread northwards and colonized areas outside this region. In our study, we focused on ecological requirements of one of these bat species, the Savi's pipistrelle (Hypsugo savii). We used radio-telemetry and diet analysis to describe habitat use, home-range size and diet composition of reproductive females of Savi's pipistrelle in the traditional core of its distribution range in the Mediterranean region. Our results indicate that Savi's pipistrelle is able to fly long distances and utilize a wide range of habitats within its home-range, with affinities for particular habitats depending on its reproductive status. In particular, pregnant females favoured rocky pastures and forest areas, followed by meadows and riparian habitat, whereas the affinity for riparian habitat increased in lactating females, followed closely by meadows, forest and rocky pastures. The larger affinity for riparian habitats during lactation might indicate its importance for successful rearing of young, which could be influenced in the future by increasing droughts and water shortage in the Mediterranean region. Nevertheless, based on our radio-telemetry and diet analysis the species shows a high degree of flexibility, as an opportunistic forager that flies across large areas on a nightly basis, which may be a good predisposition for colonizing new areas. |
Mihál, Ivan; Luptáková, Eva K poznaniu mykoflóry dvoch lesných porastov s rôznym zastúpením smreka v CHKO-BR Poľana Journal Article Natura Carpatica, (59), pp. 25-33, 2018, ISBN: 978-80-89093-53-3. @article{Mihál2018, title = {K poznaniu mykoflóry dvoch lesných porastov s rôznym zastúpením smreka v CHKO-BR Poľana}, author = {Ivan Mihál and Eva Luptáková}, isbn = {978-80-89093-53-3}, year = {2018}, date = {2018-01-01}, journal = {Natura Carpatica}, number = {59}, pages = {25-33}, abstract = {Celkovo bolo na obidvoch lokalitách determinovaných 173 druhov makromycétov (z toho na lokalite Kozí chrbát 122 a na lokalite Hriňová - Priehalina 92 druhov). Medzi výskytom zaujímavé a vzácnejšie huby môžeme zaradiť askomycétne druhy Ascotremella faginea, Gyromitra infula, Hypomyces lateritius, Sarea resinae, Trichoderma citrinum, T.viride a Xylaria carpophila. Medzi bioindikačné makromycéty prirodzeného lesného prostredia by sme mohli zaradiť druhy Ascotremella faginea, Cortinarius uliginosus, Hydropus subalpinus a Xeromphalia campanella. Výskyt týchto druhov môže indikovať zachovalosť prírodného prostredia a jeho relatívne malú antropogénnu disturbanciu. V obidvoch rôznorodých porastoch s rozdielnym zastúpením smreka obyčajného sme determinovali pomerne vyrovnanú početnosť ektomykoríznych makromycétov, pričom vekovo mladší porast smrekovej monokultúry na lokalite Hriňová – Priehalina vykazoval vyššie hodnoty mykorízneho potenciálu (1,4 oproti hodnote 1,2 na lokalite Kozí chrbát) a hodnoty mykorízneho percenta (70% oproti 37%). Na lokalite Kozí chrbát sa vďaka významnému zastúpeniu buka v poraste vyskytovalo množstvo druhov výskytom viazaných na buk alebo prostredie bukom vytvárané, napr. Ascodichaena rugosa, Ascotremella faginea, Bisporella citrina, Craterellus cornucopioides, Eutypella quaternata, Exidia glandulosa, Kretschmaria deusta, Lactarius piperatus, Mensularia nodulosa, Neonectria coccinea, Panellus stipticus, Plicaturopsis crispa, Stereum hirsutum, Trametes versicolor, Xylaria hypoxylon a iné.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Celkovo bolo na obidvoch lokalitách determinovaných 173 druhov makromycétov (z toho na lokalite Kozí chrbát 122 a na lokalite Hriňová - Priehalina 92 druhov). Medzi výskytom zaujímavé a vzácnejšie huby môžeme zaradiť askomycétne druhy Ascotremella faginea, Gyromitra infula, Hypomyces lateritius, Sarea resinae, Trichoderma citrinum, T.viride a Xylaria carpophila. Medzi bioindikačné makromycéty prirodzeného lesného prostredia by sme mohli zaradiť druhy Ascotremella faginea, Cortinarius uliginosus, Hydropus subalpinus a Xeromphalia campanella. Výskyt týchto druhov môže indikovať zachovalosť prírodného prostredia a jeho relatívne malú antropogénnu disturbanciu. V obidvoch rôznorodých porastoch s rozdielnym zastúpením smreka obyčajného sme determinovali pomerne vyrovnanú početnosť ektomykoríznych makromycétov, pričom vekovo mladší porast smrekovej monokultúry na lokalite Hriňová – Priehalina vykazoval vyššie hodnoty mykorízneho potenciálu (1,4 oproti hodnote 1,2 na lokalite Kozí chrbát) a hodnoty mykorízneho percenta (70% oproti 37%). Na lokalite Kozí chrbát sa vďaka významnému zastúpeniu buka v poraste vyskytovalo množstvo druhov výskytom viazaných na buk alebo prostredie bukom vytvárané, napr. Ascodichaena rugosa, Ascotremella faginea, Bisporella citrina, Craterellus cornucopioides, Eutypella quaternata, Exidia glandulosa, Kretschmaria deusta, Lactarius piperatus, Mensularia nodulosa, Neonectria coccinea, Panellus stipticus, Plicaturopsis crispa, Stereum hirsutum, Trametes versicolor, Xylaria hypoxylon a iné. |
Ivanová, Helena; Onderková, Anna; Pristaš, Peter Sordaria fimicola-like ascomycete isolated from Pinus coulteri needles in Slovakia Journal Article Biologia, 73 (6), pp. 553-559, 2018, ISSN: ISSN 0006-3088. @article{Ivanová2018, title = {Sordaria fimicola-like ascomycete isolated from Pinus coulteri needles in Slovakia}, author = {Helena Ivanová and Anna Onderková and Peter Pristaš}, doi = {https://doi.org/10.2478/s11756-018-0071-0}, issn = {ISSN 0006-3088}, year = {2018}, date = {2018-00-00}, journal = {Biologia}, volume = {73}, number = {6}, pages = {553-559}, abstract = {This is the first report of Sordaria fimicola-like ascomycete which was encountered during a diversity study of injured tissues of coulter pine in Slovakia. The fungus was identified as Sordaria fimicola by morphological analyses. Sequence analysis of internal transcribed spacer region (ITS) showed that the fungus is highly related to the ITS sequences of several S. fimicola isolates documenting wide ecological valence and geographical distribution of S. fimicola-like ascomycetes}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } This is the first report of Sordaria fimicola-like ascomycete which was encountered during a diversity study of injured tissues of coulter pine in Slovakia. The fungus was identified as Sordaria fimicola by morphological analyses. Sequence analysis of internal transcribed spacer region (ITS) showed that the fungus is highly related to the ITS sequences of several S. fimicola isolates documenting wide ecological valence and geographical distribution of S. fimicola-like ascomycetes |
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Pastirčák, M; Pastirčáková, K Hypoderma rubi on two new hosts in Slovakia Journal Article Mycotaxon, 132 (4), pp. 849–855, 2017, ISSN: 0093-4666. @article{Pastirčák30.1, title = {\textit{Hypoderma rubi} on two new hosts in Slovakia}, author = {M. Pastirčák and K. Pastirčáková}, doi = {10.5248/132.849}, issn = {0093-4666}, year = {2017}, date = {2017-12-30}, journal = {Mycotaxon}, volume = {132}, number = {4}, pages = {849–855}, abstract = {Hypoderma rubi was found on the previous year’s fallen petioles of Fraxinus chinensis subsp. rhynchophylla and on attached dead twigs of Rhododendron fortunei in Slovakia. The fungus, which is recorded for the first time on these host taxa, also represents a new taxon for the Slovak mycota. The morphological characteristics of the fungus found on Slovak collections are described.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Hypoderma rubi was found on the previous year’s fallen petioles of Fraxinus chinensis subsp. rhynchophylla and on attached dead twigs of Rhododendron fortunei in Slovakia. The fungus, which is recorded for the first time on these host taxa, also represents a new taxon for the Slovak mycota. The morphological characteristics of the fungus found on Slovak collections are described. |
Jančovičová, S; Adamčík, S; Looney, B P; Caboň, M; Čaplovičová, M; Kopáni, M; Pennycook, S R; Adamčíková, K Delimitation of European Crepidotus stenocystis as different from the North American species C. brunnescens (Crepidotaceae, Agariccales) Journal Article Phytotaxa, 328 (2), pp. 127-139, 2017, ISSN: 1179-3163. @article{Jančovičová2017, title = {Delimitation of European Crepidotus stenocystis as different from the North American species C. brunnescens (Crepidotaceae, Agariccales)}, author = {S. Jančovičová and S. Adamčík and B.P. Looney and M. Caboň and M. Čaplovičová and M. Kopáni and S.R. Pennycook and K. Adamčíková}, doi = {https://doi.org/10.11646/phytotaxa.328.2.3}, issn = {1179-3163}, year = {2017}, date = {2017-11-17}, journal = {Phytotaxa}, volume = {328}, number = {2}, pages = {127-139}, abstract = {Crepidotus stenocystis and C. brunnescens are morphologically similar species defined by globose to subglobose spores, the presence of clamp connections in all tissues and bottle-like or flask-like cheilocystidia. They are also similar in the pileal aspect which is hygrophanous, glabrous or white-fibrillose, at first white but becoming brownish with age. Each are described from separate continents and have only been reported from their respective continents, C. stenocystis from Europe and C. brunnescens from North America. The phylogenetic analysis of IT S and LSU nrDNA regions from original type material confirms the existence of two distinct species, C. brunnescens that is more closely related to C. malachioides, and C. stenocystis that is more closely related to C. applanatus. Crepidotus stenocystis differs from C. brunnescens by its more prominent spore ornamentation and longer cheilocystidia that are frequently narrowly utriform. Based on the studied material and published data, it seems that C. stenocystis is distributed throughout all of Europe and does not occur in North America, whereas C. brunnescens is only known from Michigan in the USA.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Crepidotus stenocystis and C. brunnescens are morphologically similar species defined by globose to subglobose spores, the presence of clamp connections in all tissues and bottle-like or flask-like cheilocystidia. They are also similar in the pileal aspect which is hygrophanous, glabrous or white-fibrillose, at first white but becoming brownish with age. Each are described from separate continents and have only been reported from their respective continents, C. stenocystis from Europe and C. brunnescens from North America. The phylogenetic analysis of IT S and LSU nrDNA regions from original type material confirms the existence of two distinct species, C. brunnescens that is more closely related to C. malachioides, and C. stenocystis that is more closely related to C. applanatus. Crepidotus stenocystis differs from C. brunnescens by its more prominent spore ornamentation and longer cheilocystidia that are frequently narrowly utriform. Based on the studied material and published data, it seems that C. stenocystis is distributed throughout all of Europe and does not occur in North America, whereas C. brunnescens is only known from Michigan in the USA. |
Schieber, B; Kubov, M; Janík, R Polish Journal of Ecology, 65 (3), pp. 339-351, 2017, ISSN: 2450-1395. @article{B.2017, title = {Effects of climate warming on vegetative phenology of the common beech Fagus sylvatica in a submontane forest of the Western Carpathians: two-decade analysis}, author = {B. Schieber and M. Kubov and R. Janík}, url = {http://www.bioone.org/doi/10.3161/15052249PJE2017.65.3.003}, doi = {10.3161/15052249PJE2017.65.3.003}, issn = {2450-1395}, year = {2017}, date = {2017-11-01}, journal = {Polish Journal of Ecology}, volume = {65}, number = {3}, pages = {339-351}, abstract = {The paper examines the results of phenological research on common beech (Fagus sylvatica L.) during a period of 21 years (1995–2015) in the submontane beech forest of central Slovakia (Inner Western Carpathians). We focused on bud-burst, leaf unfolding and leaf colouring. Temporal analysis indicated that the mean monthly air temperature increased, especially from April to August. An extraordinary increase of air temperature in March and April, mostly in the last decade, was detected. The precipitation from May to August varied considerably, but in the range of the long-term mean value. During the study period, the mean/earliest/latest onset of the bud-burst of common beech was observed on the 110th /101st/120th day of the year (DOY), respectively. As for leaf unfolding 10% and 50% (LU 10 and LU 50), we found the mean/earliest/latest onset on the 114th/103rd/122nd DOY and on the 118th/108th/124th DOY, respectively. The mean/earliest/latest onset of leaf colouring 10% (LC 10) and 50% (LC 50) started on the 272nd/262nd/288th DOY and on 286th/276 th/298th, respectively. A medium degree of negative correlation (r = -0.68, P < 0.05) was found between air temperature and spring plant development (LU 50). In contrast, for both the cumulative temperature and precipitation, we found very low correlation with autumnal leaf phenology (r ≤ 0.3, P > 0.05). The vegetation period of the examined tree species lasted for 168 days on average (min/max were 155/183 days). Trend analysis revealed an earlier onset of spring phenophases by 7 days/2 decades. Conversely, a delay of autumnal phenophases by 9 days was recorded, so the vegetation period of beech extended by more than two weeks during the study period.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } The paper examines the results of phenological research on common beech (Fagus sylvatica L.) during a period of 21 years (1995–2015) in the submontane beech forest of central Slovakia (Inner Western Carpathians). We focused on bud-burst, leaf unfolding and leaf colouring. Temporal analysis indicated that the mean monthly air temperature increased, especially from April to August. An extraordinary increase of air temperature in March and April, mostly in the last decade, was detected. The precipitation from May to August varied considerably, but in the range of the long-term mean value. During the study period, the mean/earliest/latest onset of the bud-burst of common beech was observed on the 110th /101st/120th day of the year (DOY), respectively. As for leaf unfolding 10% and 50% (LU 10 and LU 50), we found the mean/earliest/latest onset on the 114th/103rd/122nd DOY and on the 118th/108th/124th DOY, respectively. The mean/earliest/latest onset of leaf colouring 10% (LC 10) and 50% (LC 50) started on the 272nd/262nd/288th DOY and on 286th/276 th/298th, respectively. A medium degree of negative correlation (r = -0.68, P < 0.05) was found between air temperature and spring plant development (LU 50). In contrast, for both the cumulative temperature and precipitation, we found very low correlation with autumnal leaf phenology (r ≤ 0.3, P > 0.05). The vegetation period of the examined tree species lasted for 168 days on average (min/max were 155/183 days). Trend analysis revealed an earlier onset of spring phenophases by 7 days/2 decades. Conversely, a delay of autumnal phenophases by 9 days was recorded, so the vegetation period of beech extended by more than two weeks during the study period. |
Mezei, Pavel; Blaženec, Miroslav; Grodzki, Wojciech; Škvarenina, Jaroslav; Jakuš, Rastislav Influence of different forest protection strategies on spruce tree mortality during a bark beetle outbreak Journal Article Annals of Forest Science, 74 , 2017, ISSN: 1297-966X. @article{Mezei2017b, title = {Influence of different forest protection strategies on spruce tree mortality during a bark beetle outbreak}, author = {Pavel Mezei and Miroslav Blaženec and Wojciech Grodzki and Jaroslav Škvarenina and Rastislav Jakuš}, url = {http://rdcu.be/wnGe}, doi = {doi.org/10.1007/s13595-017-0663-9}, issn = {1297-966X}, year = {2017}, date = {2017-09-27}, journal = {Annals of Forest Science}, volume = {74}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } |
Černecká, Ľudmila; Mihál, Ivan; Jarčuška, Benjamín Response of ground-dwelling harvestman assemblages (Arachnida: Opiliones) to European beech forest canopy cover Journal Article European Journal of Entomology, (114), pp. 334-342, 2017. @article{Černecká2017b, title = {Response of ground-dwelling harvestman assemblages (Arachnida: Opiliones) to European beech forest canopy cover}, author = {Ľudmila Černecká and Ivan Mihál and Benjamín Jarčuška}, url = {https://www.eje.cz/pdfs/eje/2017/01/42.pdf}, year = {2017}, date = {2017-07-24}, journal = {European Journal of Entomology}, number = {114}, pages = {334-342}, abstract = {We studied the effects of the overstory canopy cover on ground-dwelling harvestmen communities in European beech forests in the Western Carpathian Mts. We analyzed the differences in species richness, abundance and composition in two tree canopy cover categories (closed and open canopy). Overall, 1765 individuals belonging to 16 species were caught using pitfall traps. Repeated-measures ANOVA revealed that under both closed and open canopies a similar absolute and rarefi ed species richness and number of individuals (standardized to 100 pitfall trap days) were caught, and that both species richness and abundance were affected by the season (i.e., time of trap replacement); yet the total number of individuals trapped was more than two times greater under the open canopy than under the closed canopy. Despite the subtle differences in the taxonomic composition of the catches under the open and closed canopies revealed by DCA followed by RDA, the composition of ground dwelling harvestmen assemblages differed under the two canopy covers. The open canopy was more suitable for heliophilic, xerothermic eurytopic harvestmen species typical for open and ecotonal habitats, such as Egaenus convexus (C.L. Koch) and Oligolophus tridens (C.L. Koch) but still suitable for hemihygrophilic Lophopilio palpinalis (Herbst). The closed canopy stands were preferred by shade-tolerant, hygrophilic eurytopic harvestmen species, such as Trogulus sp. Latreille, Dicranolasma scabrum (Herbst) and Platybunus bucephalus (C.L. Koch). Our results highlight the importance of intra habitat heterogeneity of a harvestmen community.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } We studied the effects of the overstory canopy cover on ground-dwelling harvestmen communities in European beech forests in the Western Carpathian Mts. We analyzed the differences in species richness, abundance and composition in two tree canopy cover categories (closed and open canopy). Overall, 1765 individuals belonging to 16 species were caught using pitfall traps. Repeated-measures ANOVA revealed that under both closed and open canopies a similar absolute and rarefi ed species richness and number of individuals (standardized to 100 pitfall trap days) were caught, and that both species richness and abundance were affected by the season (i.e., time of trap replacement); yet the total number of individuals trapped was more than two times greater under the open canopy than under the closed canopy. Despite the subtle differences in the taxonomic composition of the catches under the open and closed canopies revealed by DCA followed by RDA, the composition of ground dwelling harvestmen assemblages differed under the two canopy covers. The open canopy was more suitable for heliophilic, xerothermic eurytopic harvestmen species typical for open and ecotonal habitats, such as Egaenus convexus (C.L. Koch) and Oligolophus tridens (C.L. Koch) but still suitable for hemihygrophilic Lophopilio palpinalis (Herbst). The closed canopy stands were preferred by shade-tolerant, hygrophilic eurytopic harvestmen species, such as Trogulus sp. Latreille, Dicranolasma scabrum (Herbst) and Platybunus bucephalus (C.L. Koch). Our results highlight the importance of intra habitat heterogeneity of a harvestmen community. |
Takasuka, Keizo; Korenko, Stanislav; Kysilková, Kristýna; Štefánik, Martin; Černecká, Ľudmila; Mihál, Ivan; Dolejš, Petr; Holý, Kamil Zoologischer Anzeiger, (267), pp. 8-14, 2017. @article{Takasuka2017, title = {Host utilization of koinobiont spider-ectoparasitoids (Ichneumonidae,Ephialtini, Polysphincta genus-group) associated with Cyclosa spp.(Araneae, Araneidae) across the Palaearctic}, author = {Keizo Takasuka and Stanislav Korenko and Kristýna Kysilková and Martin Štefánik and Ľudmila Černecká and Ivan Mihál and Petr Dolejš and Kamil Holý }, url = {https://ac.els-cdn.com/S0044523117300013/1-s2.0-S0044523117300013-main.pdf?_tid=a81d29fb-5c6a-4715-bcd8-30c822088c65&acdnat=1549019163_c3ee88daccc8b0f2f673b9369a4990a3}, year = {2017}, date = {2017-07-11}, journal = {Zoologischer Anzeiger}, number = {267}, pages = {8-14}, abstract = {Most parasitoid wasps establish close interactions with their host taxa, and polysphinctines (ichneu-monid koinobiont spider-ectoparasitoids) are no exception. Two polysphinctines, Zatypota picticollis andReclinervellus nielseni, are, respectively, partial and exclusive parasitoids of Cyclosa spp. (Araneidae),which build an orb web with web decoration. The main aim was to investigate the host associationof these wasps, including the behavioural alteration of spider hosts across two sides of the Palaearctic(Central Europe vs. Japan).R. nielseni was associated with relatively common local species of Cyclosa both in Europe (C. conica),sharing these with Z. picticollis, and in Japan (C. argenteoalba). We also found a new alternative host spider,Cyclosa laticauda, in Japan.Host web alterations were observed in all parasitoid-spider interrelationships. The alteration patternsof the two polysphinctines have a similar constructional plan that exploits pre-existing frame linesfor the cocoon webs; however, they differ partially in their radii, which are either straight or zigzagshaped and in hub loops present or absent. This indicates that certain differences in the neurophysio-logic changes in the spider host occur depending on the parasitoids. The fluffy decoration induced in C.argenteoalba manipulated by R. nielseni was not found in C. conica or C. laticauda, probably because of itsnon-innateness.The cocoons of R. nielseni had four conspicuous long ribs making the cocoon quadrate in cross-section regardless of the host spider species or region; such ribs do not appear in two co-generic species.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Most parasitoid wasps establish close interactions with their host taxa, and polysphinctines (ichneu-monid koinobiont spider-ectoparasitoids) are no exception. Two polysphinctines, Zatypota picticollis andReclinervellus nielseni, are, respectively, partial and exclusive parasitoids of Cyclosa spp. (Araneidae),which build an orb web with web decoration. The main aim was to investigate the host associationof these wasps, including the behavioural alteration of spider hosts across two sides of the Palaearctic(Central Europe vs. Japan).R. nielseni was associated with relatively common local species of Cyclosa both in Europe (C. conica),sharing these with Z. picticollis, and in Japan (C. argenteoalba). We also found a new alternative host spider,Cyclosa laticauda, in Japan.Host web alterations were observed in all parasitoid-spider interrelationships. The alteration patternsof the two polysphinctines have a similar constructional plan that exploits pre-existing frame linesfor the cocoon webs; however, they differ partially in their radii, which are either straight or zigzagshaped and in hub loops present or absent. This indicates that certain differences in the neurophysio-logic changes in the spider host occur depending on the parasitoids. The fluffy decoration induced in C.argenteoalba manipulated by R. nielseni was not found in C. conica or C. laticauda, probably because of itsnon-innateness.The cocoons of R. nielseni had four conspicuous long ribs making the cocoon quadrate in cross-section regardless of the host spider species or region; such ribs do not appear in two co-generic species. |
Adamčík, S; Jančovičová, S; Looney, B P; Adamčíková, K; Griffith, G W; Læssøe, T; Moreau, P A; Vizzini, A; Matheny, P B Hodophilus (Clavariaceae, Agaricales) species with dark dots on the stipe: more than one species in Europe Journal Article Mycological Progress, 16 (8), pp. 811–821, 2017, ISSN: 1861-8952 . @article{Adamčík2017b, title = {Hodophilus (Clavariaceae, Agaricales) species with dark dots on the stipe: more than one species in Europe}, author = {S. Adamčík and S. Jančovičová and B.P. Looney and K. Adamčíková and G. W. Griffith and T. Læssøe and P.A. Moreau and A. Vizzini and P. B. Matheny }, doi = {DOI 10.1007/s11557-017-1318-9}, issn = {1861-8952 }, year = {2017}, date = {2017-07-01}, journal = {Mycological Progress}, volume = {16}, number = {8}, pages = {811–821}, abstract = {Hodophilus atropunctus is traditionally defined as the only species of this genus with dark brown or black dots on the stipe. Multi-locus phylogenetic reconstruction recognised two distinct clades morphologically corresponding to this species concept. The limited morphological description in the protologue of H. atropunctus and absence of a type specimen were limitations in an assignment of this name to one of the recognised phylogenetic species. The emended species concept and the selection of a neotype are based on careful analyses of the colour of the basidiomata and how this changes during maturation and drying. The name H. atropunctus is assigned to the paler of the two species which also shows colour change across the pileus and along the length of the stipe when dry. The second darker species is described here as new, H. variabilipes, but only seven out of 14 collections examined belonging to this taxon had distinct dark coloured dots on the stipe surface.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Hodophilus atropunctus is traditionally defined as the only species of this genus with dark brown or black dots on the stipe. Multi-locus phylogenetic reconstruction recognised two distinct clades morphologically corresponding to this species concept. The limited morphological description in the protologue of H. atropunctus and absence of a type specimen were limitations in an assignment of this name to one of the recognised phylogenetic species. The emended species concept and the selection of a neotype are based on careful analyses of the colour of the basidiomata and how this changes during maturation and drying. The name H. atropunctus is assigned to the paler of the two species which also shows colour change across the pileus and along the length of the stipe when dry. The second darker species is described here as new, H. variabilipes, but only seven out of 14 collections examined belonging to this taxon had distinct dark coloured dots on the stipe surface. |
Mihál, Ivan; Černecká, Ľudmila Vestnik zoologii, 51 (3), pp. 259-270, 2017. @article{Mihál2017, title = {Structure of harvestmen (Arachnida, Opiliones) communities in different, antthropically disturbed beech ecosystems (Western Carpathians, Slovakia)}, author = {Ivan Mihál and Ľudmila Černecká }, url = {https://content.sciendo.com/view/journals/vzoo/51/3/article-p259.xml}, year = {2017}, date = {2017-06-14}, journal = {Vestnik zoologii}, volume = {51}, number = {3}, pages = {259-270}, abstract = {The authors evaluate the impact of diff erent types of forestry management, and other anthropic disturbances, on harvestmen (Opiliones) communities in sub-mountain beech stands in the Western Carpathians. Harvestmen were studied in three main localities, consisting of nine partial plots (Žiar nad Hronom — (1) control closed canopy stand; Jalná — (2) control stand, (3) thinning stand, (4) 11-year old forest clearing, and (5) 2-year old forest clearing; Kováčová — (6) control stand, (7) coppice, (8) 10 year old forest clearing, and (9) 3-year old forest clearing). In total, 16 harvestmen species were found, representing 45.7 % of the 35 harvestmen species range known in Slovakia to date. Th e most abundant species, i. e., those with the highest dominance values (D), were Lophopilio palpinalis (D = 22.8%), Trogulus nepaeformis (D = 17.9%), Lacinius ephippiatus (D = 12.2%), Trogulus tricarinatus (D = 11.3%), Oligolophus tridens (D = 10.5%), and Nemastoma lugubre (D = 6.7%). At the partial plot of the 3-year old forest clearing, we found eight harvestmen species and noticed a high number of specimens (5.49) caught in one individual trap, and this was also the highest number among all the nine sites.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } The authors evaluate the impact of diff erent types of forestry management, and other anthropic disturbances, on harvestmen (Opiliones) communities in sub-mountain beech stands in the Western Carpathians. Harvestmen were studied in three main localities, consisting of nine partial plots (Žiar nad Hronom — (1) control closed canopy stand; Jalná — (2) control stand, (3) thinning stand, (4) 11-year old forest clearing, and (5) 2-year old forest clearing; Kováčová — (6) control stand, (7) coppice, (8) 10 year old forest clearing, and (9) 3-year old forest clearing). In total, 16 harvestmen species were found, representing 45.7 % of the 35 harvestmen species range known in Slovakia to date. Th e most abundant species, i. e., those with the highest dominance values (D), were Lophopilio palpinalis (D = 22.8%), Trogulus nepaeformis (D = 17.9%), Lacinius ephippiatus (D = 12.2%), Trogulus tricarinatus (D = 11.3%), Oligolophus tridens (D = 10.5%), and Nemastoma lugubre (D = 6.7%). At the partial plot of the 3-year old forest clearing, we found eight harvestmen species and noticed a high number of specimens (5.49) caught in one individual trap, and this was also the highest number among all the nine sites. |
Mihál, Ivan; Luptáková, Eva Lignicolous macromycetes in spruce monocultures at Vrch Dobroč locality (Central Slovakia) Journal Article Catathelasma, (18), pp. 5-17, 2017. @article{Mihál2017b, title = {Lignicolous macromycetes in spruce monocultures at Vrch Dobroč locality (Central Slovakia)}, author = {Ivan Mihál and Eva Luptáková}, year = {2017}, date = {2017-06-13}, journal = {Catathelasma}, number = {18}, pages = {5-17}, abstract = {The first part of our mycological research at the Vrch Dobroč locality (Veporské vrchy Mts.) was accomplished in 1989–2003. Six permanent plots were established in Norway spruce monocultures planted on former non-forest land and mycocoenological features, such as species diversity, abundance, distribution of sporocarps, dominance and succession of species and biomass production of epigeic sporocarps were observed. Sixty species of lignicolous macromycetes were identified, eight of them parasitic (Armillaria ostoyae, Fomitopsis pinicola, Heterobasidion annosum, Neonectria fuckeliana, Schizophyllum commune, Stereum sanguinolentum, Trichaptum abietinum and Verticillium sp.) and 52 saprotrophic. Species richness on the permanent plots was more or less similar (number of species varied from 21 to 29). Lignicolous macromycetes occurred most frequently in the oldest stands where dead wood was available. The permanent plots were dominated by Calocera viscosa, Dacrymyces stillatus and Hypholoma fasciculare. Presence of rotting spruce trees in the first 14 years of growth stands was negligible, while in the 23 years old stands was accounted for 28%. Sporocarps of important pathogens Armillaria ostoyae and Heterobasidion annosum were firstly noticed in the 33 years old spruce stands. The highest values of sporocarp production were found in the oldest, 40 years old stands (133.49 and 57.19 kg.ha-1), the lowest in the youngest, 16 to 22 years old plantations (13.01 and 31.6 kg.ha-1).}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } The first part of our mycological research at the Vrch Dobroč locality (Veporské vrchy Mts.) was accomplished in 1989–2003. Six permanent plots were established in Norway spruce monocultures planted on former non-forest land and mycocoenological features, such as species diversity, abundance, distribution of sporocarps, dominance and succession of species and biomass production of epigeic sporocarps were observed. Sixty species of lignicolous macromycetes were identified, eight of them parasitic (Armillaria ostoyae, Fomitopsis pinicola, Heterobasidion annosum, Neonectria fuckeliana, Schizophyllum commune, Stereum sanguinolentum, Trichaptum abietinum and Verticillium sp.) and 52 saprotrophic. Species richness on the permanent plots was more or less similar (number of species varied from 21 to 29). Lignicolous macromycetes occurred most frequently in the oldest stands where dead wood was available. The permanent plots were dominated by Calocera viscosa, Dacrymyces stillatus and Hypholoma fasciculare. Presence of rotting spruce trees in the first 14 years of growth stands was negligible, while in the 23 years old stands was accounted for 28%. Sporocarps of important pathogens Armillaria ostoyae and Heterobasidion annosum were firstly noticed in the 33 years old spruce stands. The highest values of sporocarp production were found in the oldest, 40 years old stands (133.49 and 57.19 kg.ha-1), the lowest in the youngest, 16 to 22 years old plantations (13.01 and 31.6 kg.ha-1). |
Nusová, G; Šemeláková, M; Paučulová, L; Uhrin, M; Kaňuch, Peter Haplotype diversity in common pipistrelle’s mass hibernacula from central Europe Journal Article Biologia (Bratislava), 72 (5), pp. 548-553, 2017, ISSN: 1336-9563. @article{Nusová2017, title = {Haplotype diversity in common pipistrelle’s mass hibernacula from central Europe}, author = {G. Nusová and M. Šemeláková and L. Paučulová and M. Uhrin and Peter Kaňuch}, url = {https://www.degruyter.com/view/j/biolog.2017.72.issue-5/biolog-2017-0061/biolog-2017-0061.xml}, doi = {https://doi.org/10.1515/biolog-2017-0061}, issn = {1336-9563}, year = {2017}, date = {2017-05-30}, journal = {Biologia (Bratislava)}, volume = {72}, number = {5}, pages = {548-553}, abstract = {Mass hibernacula of several tens of thousands of Pipistrellus pipistrellus associated with the swarming of bats during seasonal movements should serve as important sites of gene flow in this species. The massive occurrence of hibernating bats which is observed in few caves in the Carpathian Mountains encourages the idea that the genetic diversity at these sites will be greater comparing to known situation in surrounding region. This study aimed to determine the genetic diversity of individuals that aggregate in two such caves in Slovakia and Romania with the help of a common and available genetic marker. Using an mtDNA cytochrome b, 571 bp long fragment, very low haplotype diversity was found within both mass hibernacula of P. pipistrellus (15 haplotypes only, from which one significantly predominated with > 80% in both caves). The initial screening did not suggest that hibernating bats migrated to mass hibernacula from remote areas behind central European region. However, reliable study of the species’ migratory behaviour is required to understand more about the phenomenon of the mass hibernacula of these bats.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Mass hibernacula of several tens of thousands of Pipistrellus pipistrellus associated with the swarming of bats during seasonal movements should serve as important sites of gene flow in this species. The massive occurrence of hibernating bats which is observed in few caves in the Carpathian Mountains encourages the idea that the genetic diversity at these sites will be greater comparing to known situation in surrounding region. This study aimed to determine the genetic diversity of individuals that aggregate in two such caves in Slovakia and Romania with the help of a common and available genetic marker. Using an mtDNA cytochrome b, 571 bp long fragment, very low haplotype diversity was found within both mass hibernacula of P. pipistrellus (15 haplotypes only, from which one significantly predominated with > 80% in both caves). The initial screening did not suggest that hibernating bats migrated to mass hibernacula from remote areas behind central European region. However, reliable study of the species’ migratory behaviour is required to understand more about the phenomenon of the mass hibernacula of these bats. |
Havašová, M; Ferenčík, J; Jakuš, R Interactions between windthrow, bark beetles and forest management in the Tatra national parks Journal Article Forest Ecology and Management, 391 , pp. 349-361, 2017, ISSN: 03781127. @article{M.2017, title = {Interactions between windthrow, bark beetles and forest management in the Tatra national parks}, author = {M. Havašová and J. Ferenčík and R. Jakuš}, url = {http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0378112717300361}, doi = {https://doi.org/10.1016/j.foreco.2017.01.009}, issn = {03781127}, year = {2017}, date = {2017-05-01}, journal = {Forest Ecology and Management}, volume = {391}, pages = {349-361}, abstract = {Natural disturbances such as windthrow and bark beetle Ips typographus L. outbreak often affect protected areas with non-intervention type of management located in close proximity to managed forest stands. This raises concerns about the migration of the beetle outbreak from non-intervention zones to adjacent managed forests. In this study we analyzed the spatiotemporal dynamics of large-scale disturbances by intervention and non-intervention type of management in the Tatra mountains (Central Europe). We collected a time series of Landsat images from 2003 to 2014, and applied maximum likelihood classification to map the extent of forest, windthrow, clear-cuts, beetle outbreak and fire. Our classified maps achieved high overall accuracies: 0.93 ± 0.03 ≤ OA ≤ 0.96 ± 0.03. The extent of forest declined over the study period. We found higher rate of beetle induced tree mortality in non-intervention versus intervention zone. Within two growing seasons after the windthrow, beetle infestation occurred in close proximity to uncleared windthrow (< ~ 250 m), which suggest the positive effect of salvage logging (removal of windthrown trees) on lowering the risk of beetle outbreak. The two times higher sum of disturbances in intervention then in non-intervention zone indicated the limited impact of sanitation felling (removal of standing beetle infested trees) to reduce beetle population. However, sanitation felling highly contributed to the decline of the forest cover. Overall, our results document the dynamics of windthrow, bark beetle and clear-cuts by type of management, and limited impact of logging activities in reducing beetle outbreak in neighboring areas with intervention and non-intervention type of management.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Natural disturbances such as windthrow and bark beetle Ips typographus L. outbreak often affect protected areas with non-intervention type of management located in close proximity to managed forest stands. This raises concerns about the migration of the beetle outbreak from non-intervention zones to adjacent managed forests. In this study we analyzed the spatiotemporal dynamics of large-scale disturbances by intervention and non-intervention type of management in the Tatra mountains (Central Europe). We collected a time series of Landsat images from 2003 to 2014, and applied maximum likelihood classification to map the extent of forest, windthrow, clear-cuts, beetle outbreak and fire. Our classified maps achieved high overall accuracies: 0.93 ± 0.03 ≤ OA ≤ 0.96 ± 0.03. The extent of forest declined over the study period. We found higher rate of beetle induced tree mortality in non-intervention versus intervention zone. Within two growing seasons after the windthrow, beetle infestation occurred in close proximity to uncleared windthrow (< ~ 250 m), which suggest the positive effect of salvage logging (removal of windthrown trees) on lowering the risk of beetle outbreak. The two times higher sum of disturbances in intervention then in non-intervention zone indicated the limited impact of sanitation felling (removal of standing beetle infested trees) to reduce beetle population. However, sanitation felling highly contributed to the decline of the forest cover. Overall, our results document the dynamics of windthrow, bark beetle and clear-cuts by type of management, and limited impact of logging activities in reducing beetle outbreak in neighboring areas with intervention and non-intervention type of management. |
Mezei, P; Jakuš, R; Pennerstorfer, J; Havašová, M; Škvarenina, J; Ferenčík, J; Slivinský, J; Bičárová, S; Bilčík, D; Blaženec, M; Netherer, S Agricultural and Forest Meteorology, 242 , pp. 85-95, 2017. @article{Mezei2017, title = {Storms, temperature maxima and the Eurasian spruce bark beetle \textit{Ips typographus} — an infernal trio in Norway spruce forests of the Central European High Tatra Mountains}, author = {P. Mezei and R. Jakuš and J. Pennerstorfer and M. Havašová and J. Škvarenina and J. Ferenčík and J. Slivinský and S. Bičárová and D. Bilčík and M. Blaženec and S. Netherer}, url = {http://ife.sk/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/Figure_4_20170406_2-pdf-300x192.jpghttp://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0168192317301326}, doi = {10.1016/j.agrformet.2017.04.004}, year = {2017}, date = {2017-04-10}, journal = { Agricultural and Forest Meteorology}, volume = {242}, pages = {85-95}, abstract = {Norway spruce forests (Picea abies Karst.) of the Carpathian High Tatra Mountains have been subject to unprecedented tree mortality caused by attacks of the Eurasian spruce bark beetle (Ips typographus L.) in recent decades. The outbreaks were preceded and accompanied by wind throw events and periods of increased seasonal temperature. We obtained climatic data and data on tree mortality due to storm throw and bark beetles by using a combination of direct dead tree inventory and remote sensing techniques, and examined annual tree loss change over a 26-year period in a forest district of the Slovak High Tatra National Park. In particular, we found that the combination of the previous year's maximum daily temperature sum, tree mortality caused by wind, and bark beetle-caused tree mortality best explained the annual tree loss change in nonlinear regression models. The number of trees infested by bark beetles clearly increased with maximum air temperature sums ranging from 2850 to 3150 ° days, but declined below or above this thermal optimum. Annual tree mortality clearly increased subsequent to years associated with seasonal temperature sums allowing for the development of sister broods. Given consistently favourable future climatic conditions for development of I. typographus populations in the study area, a possible shift from the now predominantly uni-voltine to multi-voltine bark beetle populations might increase attack pressure also at high elevation sites.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Norway spruce forests (Picea abies Karst.) of the Carpathian High Tatra Mountains have been subject to unprecedented tree mortality caused by attacks of the Eurasian spruce bark beetle (Ips typographus L.) in recent decades. The outbreaks were preceded and accompanied by wind throw events and periods of increased seasonal temperature. We obtained climatic data and data on tree mortality due to storm throw and bark beetles by using a combination of direct dead tree inventory and remote sensing techniques, and examined annual tree loss change over a 26-year period in a forest district of the Slovak High Tatra National Park. In particular, we found that the combination of the previous year's maximum daily temperature sum, tree mortality caused by wind, and bark beetle-caused tree mortality best explained the annual tree loss change in nonlinear regression models. The number of trees infested by bark beetles clearly increased with maximum air temperature sums ranging from 2850 to 3150 ° days, but declined below or above this thermal optimum. Annual tree mortality clearly increased subsequent to years associated with seasonal temperature sums allowing for the development of sister broods. Given consistently favourable future climatic conditions for development of I. typographus populations in the study area, a possible shift from the now predominantly uni-voltine to multi-voltine bark beetle populations might increase attack pressure also at high elevation sites. |
Kádasi-Horáková, M; Adamčíková, K; Pastirčáková, K; Longauerová, V; Maľová, M Natural infection of Fraxinus angustifolia by Hymenoscyphus fraxineus in Slovakia Journal Article Baltic Forestry, 23 (1), pp. 52-55, 2017, ISSN: 2029-9230. @article{M.2017b, title = {Natural infection of \textit{Fraxinus angustifolia} by \textit{Hymenoscyphus fraxineus} in Slovakia}, author = {M. Kádasi-Horáková and K. Adamčíková and K. Pastirčáková and V. Longauerová and M. Maľová}, url = {https://www.balticforestry.mi.lt/bf/PDF_Articles/2017-23%5B1%5D/Baltic%20Forestry%202017.1_052-055.pdf}, issn = {2029-9230}, year = {2017}, date = {2017-04-07}, journal = {Baltic Forestry}, volume = {23}, number = {1}, pages = {52-55}, abstract = {The fungus Hymenoscyphus fraxineus is responsible for dieback of common ash (Fraxinus excelsior) and in some parts of Europe also of narrow-leaved ash (F. angustifolia). The first symptoms of ash dieback have been recorded on F. excelsior in Slovakia since 2004. This study reports about the first natural occurrence of H. fraxineus on F. angustifolia in Slovakia. The field investigation was carried out in 2014. The segments of diseased shoots and last year’s petioles were collected in clonal seed orchard situated in southwest part of the country. The fungus was isolated from infected host tissue and identified using molecular techniques (DNA extraction from pure cultures and apothecia, conventional PCR).}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } The fungus Hymenoscyphus fraxineus is responsible for dieback of common ash (Fraxinus excelsior) and in some parts of Europe also of narrow-leaved ash (F. angustifolia). The first symptoms of ash dieback have been recorded on F. excelsior in Slovakia since 2004. This study reports about the first natural occurrence of H. fraxineus on F. angustifolia in Slovakia. The field investigation was carried out in 2014. The segments of diseased shoots and last year’s petioles were collected in clonal seed orchard situated in southwest part of the country. The fungus was isolated from infected host tissue and identified using molecular techniques (DNA extraction from pure cultures and apothecia, conventional PCR). |
Kaňuch, P; Dorková, M; Mikhailenko, A P; Polumordvinov, O A; Jarčuška, B; Krištín, A ZooKeys, 665 , pp. 85-92, 2017. @article{P.2017, title = {Isolated populations of the bush-cricket \textit{Pholidoptera frivaldszkyi} (Orthoptera, Tettigoniidae) in Russia suggest a disjunct area of the species distribution}, author = {P. Kaňuch and M. Dorková and A.P. Mikhailenko and O.A. Polumordvinov and B. Jarčuška and A. Krištín}, editor = {Z.F. Montealegre}, url = {https://zookeys.pensoft.net/article/12339/list/8/}, doi = {10.3897/zookeys.665.12339}, year = {2017}, date = {2017-04-04}, journal = {ZooKeys}, volume = {665}, pages = {85-92}, abstract = {Phylogenetic analysis and assessment of the species status of mostly isolated populations of Pholidoptera frivaldszkyi in south-western Russia occurring far beyond the accepted area of the species distribution in the Carpathian-Balkan region were performed. Using the mitochondrial DNA cytochrome c oxidase subunit I gene fragment, we found a very low level of genetic diversity in these populations. Phylogeographic reconstruction did not support recent introduction events but rather historical range fragmentation. The grouping of the Russian and Romanian haplotypes in a distinct phylogenetic clade suggests that the pre-glacial range of P. frivaldszkyi had extended towards the Ponto-Caspian region, with considerable gene flow between different refugia. However, post-glacial northward expansion of the species from supposed Caucasus refugia contributed most likely to the current disjunct distribution of this relict-like bush-cricket.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Phylogenetic analysis and assessment of the species status of mostly isolated populations of Pholidoptera frivaldszkyi in south-western Russia occurring far beyond the accepted area of the species distribution in the Carpathian-Balkan region were performed. Using the mitochondrial DNA cytochrome c oxidase subunit I gene fragment, we found a very low level of genetic diversity in these populations. Phylogeographic reconstruction did not support recent introduction events but rather historical range fragmentation. The grouping of the Russian and Romanian haplotypes in a distinct phylogenetic clade suggests that the pre-glacial range of P. frivaldszkyi had extended towards the Ponto-Caspian region, with considerable gene flow between different refugia. However, post-glacial northward expansion of the species from supposed Caucasus refugia contributed most likely to the current disjunct distribution of this relict-like bush-cricket. |
Pastirčáková, K; Shin, H D Contribution to the pathogenic fungi on woody plants in North Korea Journal Article Phytotaxa, 299 (2), pp. 185-198, 2017, ISSN: 1179-3155. @article{K.2017, title = {Contribution to the pathogenic fungi on woody plants in North Korea}, author = {K. Pastirčáková and H.D. Shin}, url = {https://www.biotaxa.org/Phytotaxa/article/view/phytotaxa.299.2.3}, doi = {10.11646/phytotaxa.299.2.3}, issn = {1179-3155}, year = {2017}, date = {2017-03-21}, journal = {Phytotaxa}, volume = {299}, number = {2}, pages = {185-198}, abstract = {This paper presents the first checklist of pathogenic fungi on woody plants in North Korea. The checklist enumerates 146 species of fungi belonging to 79 genera, growing on 108 host plants belonging to 58 genera and 35 families. Two hosts and 57 fungal species represent first records in North Korea.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } This paper presents the first checklist of pathogenic fungi on woody plants in North Korea. The checklist enumerates 146 species of fungi belonging to 79 genera, growing on 108 host plants belonging to 58 genera and 35 families. Two hosts and 57 fungal species represent first records in North Korea. |
Viglášová, S; Nedvěd, O; Zach, P; Kulfan, J; Parák, M; Honěk, A; Martinková, Z; Roy, H E Species assemblages of ladybirds including the harlequin ladybird Harmonia axyridis: a comparison at large spatial scale in urban habitats Journal Article BioControl, 62 (3), pp. 409-421, 2017. @article{Viglášová2017, title = {Species assemblages of ladybirds including the harlequin ladybird \textit{Harmonia axyridis}: a comparison at large spatial scale in urban habitats}, author = {S. Viglášová and O. Nedvěd and P. Zach and J. Kulfan and M. Parák and A. Honěk and Z. Martinková and H.E. Roy}, url = {https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007%2Fs10526-017-9793-0}, doi = {10.1007/s10526-017-9793-0}, year = {2017}, date = {2017-02-15}, journal = {BioControl}, volume = {62}, number = {3}, pages = {409-421}, abstract = {We evaluated the status of native ladybird assemblages in the presence of the non-native ladybird Harmonia axyridis Pallas (Coleoptera: Coccinellidae) in three European countries. To achieve this, we assessed the abundance of ladybirds from common host plants in urban areas of Great Britain, Czech Republic and Slovak Republic in 2014. We determined (i) the effects of season, host plant, location, abundance of H. axyridis and aphids on the ladybird species assemblage, (ii) the relationship between ladybird abundance and aphid density, (iii) the relationship between diversity of native ladybird species and the abundance of H. axyridis. There was a non-linear relationship between abundance of ladybirds and abundance of aphids but we found the abundance of other ladybird species was not correlated with H. axyridis. We highlight the value of large-spatial scale studies for revealing patterns in community assemblages and ultimately informing understanding of ecosystem resilience.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } We evaluated the status of native ladybird assemblages in the presence of the non-native ladybird Harmonia axyridis Pallas (Coleoptera: Coccinellidae) in three European countries. To achieve this, we assessed the abundance of ladybirds from common host plants in urban areas of Great Britain, Czech Republic and Slovak Republic in 2014. We determined (i) the effects of season, host plant, location, abundance of H. axyridis and aphids on the ladybird species assemblage, (ii) the relationship between ladybird abundance and aphid density, (iii) the relationship between diversity of native ladybird species and the abundance of H. axyridis. There was a non-linear relationship between abundance of ladybirds and abundance of aphids but we found the abundance of other ladybird species was not correlated with H. axyridis. We highlight the value of large-spatial scale studies for revealing patterns in community assemblages and ultimately informing understanding of ecosystem resilience. |
Ostrovský, R; Kobza, M; Gažo, J Extensively damaged trees tested with acoustic tomography considering tree stability in urban greenery Journal Article Trees Structure and Function, 31 (3), pp. 1015-1023, 2017, ISSN: 1432-2285. @article{Ostrovský2017, title = {Extensively damaged trees tested with acoustic tomography considering tree stability in urban greenery}, author = {R. Ostrovský and M. Kobza and J. Gažo}, url = {https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007%2Fs00468-017-1526-6}, doi = {10.1007/s00468-017-1526-6}, issn = {1432-2285}, year = {2017}, date = {2017-02-07}, journal = {Trees Structure and Function}, volume = {31}, number = {3}, pages = {1015-1023}, abstract = {Objectives of study were to assess the accuracy and reliability of the acoustic tomography technique for detecting internal structural defects compared to visual assessment on extensively damaged trees of five species in urban greenery. Tomography was realized by Fakopp 3D acoustic tomograph tool. Several types of structural defects were determined, such as heartwood and sapwood decay, internal and lateral cracks, ring shake and hollow. Acoustic tomography inspection revealed correct detection of damage in all disc samples involved in study. Accuracy of damaged area determination reached 90%. Total accuracy determination for both area and location of damage was 83%. Overestimation of damaged area was observed in eight samples, contrary to seven underestimated samples. Difference in estimated false-positive area in comparison to false-negative area was minimal. Irregularity of cross section shape does not affect the final accuracy of tomograph. Accuracy is not influenced by diameter of tree trunk. We determined strong positive correlation between real area of damage and results of tomography (r = 0.75; p = 0.001). Acoustic tomography provides satisfactory accuracy in damage area determination inside tree trunk and for overall tree stability assessment on even extensively damaged trees in urban greenery.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Objectives of study were to assess the accuracy and reliability of the acoustic tomography technique for detecting internal structural defects compared to visual assessment on extensively damaged trees of five species in urban greenery. Tomography was realized by Fakopp 3D acoustic tomograph tool. Several types of structural defects were determined, such as heartwood and sapwood decay, internal and lateral cracks, ring shake and hollow. Acoustic tomography inspection revealed correct detection of damage in all disc samples involved in study. Accuracy of damaged area determination reached 90%. Total accuracy determination for both area and location of damage was 83%. Overestimation of damaged area was observed in eight samples, contrary to seven underestimated samples. Difference in estimated false-positive area in comparison to false-negative area was minimal. Irregularity of cross section shape does not affect the final accuracy of tomograph. Accuracy is not influenced by diameter of tree trunk. We determined strong positive correlation between real area of damage and results of tomography (r = 0.75; p = 0.001). Acoustic tomography provides satisfactory accuracy in damage area determination inside tree trunk and for overall tree stability assessment on even extensively damaged trees in urban greenery. |
Potterf, M; Bone, C Simulating bark beetle population dynamics in response to windthrow events Journal Article Ecological Complexity, 32 , pp. 21-30, 2017, ISSN: 1476-945X. @article{Potterf2017, title = {Simulating bark beetle population dynamics in response to windthrow events}, author = {M. Potterf and C. Bone}, doi = {https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ecocom.2017.08.003}, issn = {1476-945X}, year = {2017}, date = {2017-01-01}, journal = {Ecological Complexity}, volume = {32}, pages = {21-30}, abstract = {The relationship between windthrow disturbance and outbreaks of European spruce bark beetle Ips typographus L. in European Norway spruce forests has been the focus of recent studies. However, the nature in which the spatial characteristics of windthrow events influence bark beetle population dynamics is rarely examined. This represents a significant gap in the literature, as our understanding of how spatial windthrow patterns influence bark beetles can be useful for management efforts to help mitigate large-scale bark beetle disturbance. The objective of this study is to simulate how windthrow events facilitate bark beetle population state transitions from endemic and epidemic levels using a spatially explicit agent-based model. We examined how the spatial extent of windthrow events and the size of tree clusters impacted by windthrow influence this state transition. The results show that the beetle population transition slows with increasing spatial extent of a windthrow event and with larger clusters of windthrown trees, while scattered patterns of windthrown trees accelerate the timing of this transition. This study contributes to our understanding of the role of large-scale wind disturbance in European bark beetle outbreaks. Moreover, it provides a basis for further research to discover the impact of potential forest management applications aiming to mitigate the risk of bark beetle outbreaks.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } The relationship between windthrow disturbance and outbreaks of European spruce bark beetle Ips typographus L. in European Norway spruce forests has been the focus of recent studies. However, the nature in which the spatial characteristics of windthrow events influence bark beetle population dynamics is rarely examined. This represents a significant gap in the literature, as our understanding of how spatial windthrow patterns influence bark beetles can be useful for management efforts to help mitigate large-scale bark beetle disturbance. The objective of this study is to simulate how windthrow events facilitate bark beetle population state transitions from endemic and epidemic levels using a spatially explicit agent-based model. We examined how the spatial extent of windthrow events and the size of tree clusters impacted by windthrow influence this state transition. The results show that the beetle population transition slows with increasing spatial extent of a windthrow event and with larger clusters of windthrown trees, while scattered patterns of windthrown trees accelerate the timing of this transition. This study contributes to our understanding of the role of large-scale wind disturbance in European bark beetle outbreaks. Moreover, it provides a basis for further research to discover the impact of potential forest management applications aiming to mitigate the risk of bark beetle outbreaks. |
Černecká, Ľ; Michalko, R; Krištín, A Abiotic factors and biotic interactions jointly drive spider assemblages in nest-boxes in mixed forests Journal Article Journal of Arachnology, 45 (2), pp. 213-222, 2017, ISSN: 0161-8202. @article{Černecká2017, title = {Abiotic factors and biotic interactions jointly drive spider assemblages in nest-boxes in mixed forests}, author = {Ľ. Černecká and R. Michalko and A. Krištín}, url = {http://www.bioone.org/doi/abs/10.1636/JoA-S-15-005.1}, doi = {https://doi.org/10.1636/JoA-S-15-005.1}, issn = {0161-8202}, year = {2017}, date = {2017-01-01}, journal = {Journal of Arachnology}, volume = {45}, number = {2}, pages = {213-222}, abstract = {Although spiders are common inhabitants of tree cavities, factors that drive their community structure in these microhabitats are little known. Here we investigated whether bark type, season, intraguild predation (IGP) among spiders, and presence of vertebrate predators can influence the spider community structure in tree cavities. We examined spider abundance and the taxonomic and functional composition of spiders in nest-boxes within two mixed forest stands in central Slovakia in 2012–2013. In total, 1211 spiders belonging to 31 species were sampled from 60 nest-boxes at two sites over three seasons. Spider abundance peaked in autumn as spiders sought wintering sites. Guilds and taxonomic composition changed seasonally with spring and autumn communities dominated by “Other hunters” (Anyphaenidae, Clubionidae, Philodromidae) while during summer the community was dominated by “Sheet web weavers” (Linyphiidae). The guild and taxonomic turnover may be partly explained by the interaction between spiders' phenology and IGP exerted by winter-active spiders on smaller spiders from autumn until spring. Bark type influenced the guild composition as dominance of “Space web weavers” was higher in trees with rough bark than in trees with smooth bark. The rough bark also reduced the intensity of IGP by Anyphaena accentuata (Sundevall, 1833) on philodromids. The presence of insectivorous birds reduced the abundance of spiders by 67%. The presence of bird predators altered the guild composition as they affected mostly the web spiders. The results show that the biotic interactions and abiotic factors interactively determined the spider community structure in the nest-boxes depending on spiders' functional traits.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Although spiders are common inhabitants of tree cavities, factors that drive their community structure in these microhabitats are little known. Here we investigated whether bark type, season, intraguild predation (IGP) among spiders, and presence of vertebrate predators can influence the spider community structure in tree cavities. We examined spider abundance and the taxonomic and functional composition of spiders in nest-boxes within two mixed forest stands in central Slovakia in 2012–2013. In total, 1211 spiders belonging to 31 species were sampled from 60 nest-boxes at two sites over three seasons. Spider abundance peaked in autumn as spiders sought wintering sites. Guilds and taxonomic composition changed seasonally with spring and autumn communities dominated by “Other hunters” (Anyphaenidae, Clubionidae, Philodromidae) while during summer the community was dominated by “Sheet web weavers” (Linyphiidae). The guild and taxonomic turnover may be partly explained by the interaction between spiders' phenology and IGP exerted by winter-active spiders on smaller spiders from autumn until spring. Bark type influenced the guild composition as dominance of “Space web weavers” was higher in trees with rough bark than in trees with smooth bark. The rough bark also reduced the intensity of IGP by Anyphaena accentuata (Sundevall, 1833) on philodromids. The presence of insectivorous birds reduced the abundance of spiders by 67%. The presence of bird predators altered the guild composition as they affected mostly the web spiders. The results show that the biotic interactions and abiotic factors interactively determined the spider community structure in the nest-boxes depending on spiders' functional traits. |
Tryjanowski, P; Morelli, F; Mikula, P; Krištín, A; Indykiewicz, P; Grzywaczewski, G; Kronenberg, J; Jerzak, L Bird diversity in urban green space: A large-scale analysis of differences between parks and cemeteries in Central Europe Journal Article Urban Forestry & Urban Greening, 27 , pp. 264-271, 2017. @article{Tryjanowski2017, title = {Bird diversity in urban green space: A large-scale analysis of differences between parks and cemeteries in Central Europe}, author = {P. Tryjanowski and F. Morelli and P. Mikula and A. Krištín and P. Indykiewicz and G. Grzywaczewski and J. Kronenberg and L. Jerzak}, url = {http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1618866717303977}, doi = {https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ufug.2017.08.014}, year = {2017}, date = {2017-01-01}, journal = {Urban Forestry & Urban Greening}, volume = {27}, pages = {264-271}, abstract = {Urbanization is a permanent and still continuing expansion of human settlements and is responsible for dramatic changes of natural areas to urban areas. In traditional view, urbanization is often blamed for the loss of biodiversity and biotic homogenization of natural communities. However, for some species, urban areas, can represent suitable environment for life and even enable them to maintain stable and abundant populations. Urban ecosystems are not homogenous; within human settlements we can find several different habitats which can be occupied by species with different tolerance to certain aspects of urban life. This diversity can be exhibited by interhabitat changes in species richness, diversity and abundances of local communities. Here, we investigated biodiversity patterns in bird communities of two urban habitats, parks and cemeteries, in three Central European countries. Data on species richness, diversity and abundances of birds were collected from published papers as well as unpublished sources. Our analyses revealed that bird species richness was positively correlated with area and age of trees in both habitat types. There was however no significant relationship between species diversity and area in both habitat types. Moreover, species composition of bird communities significantly varied between cemeteries and parks with strong preference for one of habitat types in several species. Predominant occupancy of habitat type by certain species could be linked to interhabitat differences in vegetation structure, human behaviour and management. Interestingly, several bird species often recognised as urban avoiders were detected in surveyed cemeteries and parks.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Urbanization is a permanent and still continuing expansion of human settlements and is responsible for dramatic changes of natural areas to urban areas. In traditional view, urbanization is often blamed for the loss of biodiversity and biotic homogenization of natural communities. However, for some species, urban areas, can represent suitable environment for life and even enable them to maintain stable and abundant populations. Urban ecosystems are not homogenous; within human settlements we can find several different habitats which can be occupied by species with different tolerance to certain aspects of urban life. This diversity can be exhibited by interhabitat changes in species richness, diversity and abundances of local communities. Here, we investigated biodiversity patterns in bird communities of two urban habitats, parks and cemeteries, in three Central European countries. Data on species richness, diversity and abundances of birds were collected from published papers as well as unpublished sources. Our analyses revealed that bird species richness was positively correlated with area and age of trees in both habitat types. There was however no significant relationship between species diversity and area in both habitat types. Moreover, species composition of bird communities significantly varied between cemeteries and parks with strong preference for one of habitat types in several species. Predominant occupancy of habitat type by certain species could be linked to interhabitat differences in vegetation structure, human behaviour and management. Interestingly, several bird species often recognised as urban avoiders were detected in surveyed cemeteries and parks. |
Gašová, K; Kuklová, M; Kukla, J Contents of nutrients and arsenic in litterfall and surface humus in mature nudal beech stands subjected to different emission-immission loads Journal Article Folia Oecologica, 44 (1), pp. 11-19, 2017, ISSN: 1336-5266. @article{Gašová2017, title = {Contents of nutrients and arsenic in litterfall and surface humus in mature nudal beech stands subjected to different emission-immission loads}, author = {K. Gašová and M. Kuklová and J. Kukla}, url = {http://ife.sk/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/foecol-2017-0002.pdf}, doi = {10.1515/foecol-2017-0002}, issn = {1336-5266}, year = {2017}, date = {2017-01-01}, journal = {Folia Oecologica}, volume = {44}, number = {1}, pages = {11-19}, abstract = {The aim of the paper was to compare the litterfall and surface humus (Oo) quality in nudal beech stands with different emission-immission load from the Al smelter Žiar nad Hronom. The study was carried out in the Kremnické vrchy Mts (control stand, 18 km from the emission source) and the Štiavnické vrchy Mts (stressed stand, 1.5 km from the emission source), both in Central Slovakia. The contents of arsenic and nutrients (Cat, Mgt, Kt, Nat), with exception of calcium in the beech litterfall from the stressed stand were markedly higher (by 4.3%, 23.9%, 2.1% and 87.9%, respectively) compared to the samples taken from the control plot. On the contrary, the surface humus samples (with the exception of Na in the necrotic Oon subhorizon) from control plot were richer in nutrients. However, significant differences (p < 0.01) between the plots were observed for Ca content in the litterfall as well as in the surface humus. The concentrations of As in Oo samples from the stressed stand mainly increased with the organic horizon depth (mg kg–1): necrotic Oon 1.10 < fermentation Oof 3.1 < humification Ooh 55.6. The results showed, that As amounts detected in subhorizon Ooh and in beech litterfall from the stressed stand were higher than the limit values, thus indicating that the environment of the Žiar territory is exposed to persistent negative impacts of industrial activities.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } The aim of the paper was to compare the litterfall and surface humus (Oo) quality in nudal beech stands with different emission-immission load from the Al smelter Žiar nad Hronom. The study was carried out in the Kremnické vrchy Mts (control stand, 18 km from the emission source) and the Štiavnické vrchy Mts (stressed stand, 1.5 km from the emission source), both in Central Slovakia. The contents of arsenic and nutrients (Cat, Mgt, Kt, Nat), with exception of calcium in the beech litterfall from the stressed stand were markedly higher (by 4.3%, 23.9%, 2.1% and 87.9%, respectively) compared to the samples taken from the control plot. On the contrary, the surface humus samples (with the exception of Na in the necrotic Oon subhorizon) from control plot were richer in nutrients. However, significant differences (p < 0.01) between the plots were observed for Ca content in the litterfall as well as in the surface humus. The concentrations of As in Oo samples from the stressed stand mainly increased with the organic horizon depth (mg kg–1): necrotic Oon 1.10 < fermentation Oof 3.1 < humification Ooh 55.6. The results showed, that As amounts detected in subhorizon Ooh and in beech litterfall from the stressed stand were higher than the limit values, thus indicating that the environment of the Žiar territory is exposed to persistent negative impacts of industrial activities. |
Tužinský, L; Bublinec, E; Tužinský, M Development of soil water regime under spruce stands Journal Article Folia Oecologica, 44 (1), pp. 46-53, 2017, ISSN: 1336-5266. @article{Tužinský2017, title = {Development of soil water regime under spruce stands}, author = {L. Tužinský and E. Bublinec and M. Tužinský}, url = {http://ife.sk/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/foecol-2017-0006.pdf}, doi = {10.1515/foecol-2017-0006}, issn = {1336-5266}, year = {2017}, date = {2017-01-01}, journal = {Folia Oecologica}, volume = {44}, number = {1}, pages = {46-53}, abstract = {The aim of this paper is to analyse the water regime of soils under spruce ecosystems in relation to long-lasting humid and drought periods in the growing seasons 1991–2013. The dominant interval humidity in observing growing seasons is semiuvidic interval with soil moisture between hydro-limits maximal capillary capacity (MCC) and point of diminished availability (PDA). Gravitationally seepage concentrated from accumulated winter season, water from melting snow and existing atmospheric precipitation occurs in the soil only at the beginning of the growing season. The supplies of soil water are significantly decreasing in the warm climate and precipitant deficient days. The greatest danger from drought threatens Norway spruce during the summer months and it depends on the duration of dry days, water supply at the beginning of the dry days, air temperature and the intensity of evapotranspiration. In the surface layers of the soil, with the maximum occurrence of active roots, the water in semiarid interval area between hydro-limits PDA and wilting point (WP) decreases during the summer months. In the culminating phase occurs the drying to moisture state with capillary stationary and the insufficient supply of available water for the plants. Physiological weakening of Norway spruce caused by set of outlay components of the water balance is partially reduced by delivering of water by capillary action from deeper horizons. In extremely dry periods, soil moisture is decreasing also throughout the soil profile (0–100 cm) into the bottom third of the variation margin hydro-limits MCC–PDA in the category of capillary less moving and for plants of low supply of usable water (60–90 mm). The issue of deteriorated health state of spruce ecosystems is considered to be actual. Changes and developments of hydropedological conditions which interfere the mountain forests represent the increasing danger of the drought for the spruce.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } The aim of this paper is to analyse the water regime of soils under spruce ecosystems in relation to long-lasting humid and drought periods in the growing seasons 1991–2013. The dominant interval humidity in observing growing seasons is semiuvidic interval with soil moisture between hydro-limits maximal capillary capacity (MCC) and point of diminished availability (PDA). Gravitationally seepage concentrated from accumulated winter season, water from melting snow and existing atmospheric precipitation occurs in the soil only at the beginning of the growing season. The supplies of soil water are significantly decreasing in the warm climate and precipitant deficient days. The greatest danger from drought threatens Norway spruce during the summer months and it depends on the duration of dry days, water supply at the beginning of the dry days, air temperature and the intensity of evapotranspiration. In the surface layers of the soil, with the maximum occurrence of active roots, the water in semiarid interval area between hydro-limits PDA and wilting point (WP) decreases during the summer months. In the culminating phase occurs the drying to moisture state with capillary stationary and the insufficient supply of available water for the plants. Physiological weakening of Norway spruce caused by set of outlay components of the water balance is partially reduced by delivering of water by capillary action from deeper horizons. In extremely dry periods, soil moisture is decreasing also throughout the soil profile (0–100 cm) into the bottom third of the variation margin hydro-limits MCC–PDA in the category of capillary less moving and for plants of low supply of usable water (60–90 mm). The issue of deteriorated health state of spruce ecosystems is considered to be actual. Changes and developments of hydropedological conditions which interfere the mountain forests represent the increasing danger of the drought for the spruce. |
Uhrin, M; Benda, P; Kaňuch, P Different responses of attic-dwelling bat species to landscape naturalness Journal Article Mammalian Biology - Zeitschrift für Säugetierkunde, 82 , pp. 48-56, 2017, ISSN: 1616-5047. @article{Uhrin2017, title = {Different responses of attic-dwelling bat species to landscape naturalness}, author = {M. Uhrin and P. Benda and P. Kaňuch}, url = {http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1616504716301458}, doi = {https://doi.org/10.1016/j.mambio.2016.10.001}, issn = {1616-5047}, year = {2017}, date = {2017-01-01}, journal = {Mammalian Biology - Zeitschrift für Säugetierkunde}, volume = {82}, pages = {48-56}, abstract = {Although the general role of bats and the tolerance of many species to urbanized areas is well known, the relationship between urban roosts and their surrounding landscapes having different degrees of naturalness still requires our attention, mainly in species that are the most adapted to human-made structures. We used extensive data from attic-dwelling bat surveillance conducted throughout Slovakia to assess species responses to the degree of naturalness of the landscape surrounding their anthropogenic roosts. Using generalized linear mixed-effects modelling, we found that some bats established their nursery colonies in either a habitat with a higher proportion of forests mostly at sub-mountain/mountain altitudes (R. hipposideros, P. auritus, M. emarginatus), or they preferred lowlands with a predominance of arable land (E. serotinus, P. austriacus). Furthermore, higher habitat heterogeneity and the proportion of grassland were positively associated with the occurrence of P. auritus; however, negative associations with these habitat variables were found in E. serotinus. The predicted suitability of an area for bats to establish nursery colonies suggests the existence of two regions with different bat species composition in the study area: a region of the Pannonian Lowlands and a less urbanized mountain region of the Carpathian Mountains. Our study thus showed that landscape naturalness is a determining factor for roost-site selection by bats preferring anthropogenic roosts; however, some bat species did not express specific preferences according to the tested environmental variables, and other ecological traits in the evaluated species should be considered.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Although the general role of bats and the tolerance of many species to urbanized areas is well known, the relationship between urban roosts and their surrounding landscapes having different degrees of naturalness still requires our attention, mainly in species that are the most adapted to human-made structures. We used extensive data from attic-dwelling bat surveillance conducted throughout Slovakia to assess species responses to the degree of naturalness of the landscape surrounding their anthropogenic roosts. Using generalized linear mixed-effects modelling, we found that some bats established their nursery colonies in either a habitat with a higher proportion of forests mostly at sub-mountain/mountain altitudes (R. hipposideros, P. auritus, M. emarginatus), or they preferred lowlands with a predominance of arable land (E. serotinus, P. austriacus). Furthermore, higher habitat heterogeneity and the proportion of grassland were positively associated with the occurrence of P. auritus; however, negative associations with these habitat variables were found in E. serotinus. The predicted suitability of an area for bats to establish nursery colonies suggests the existence of two regions with different bat species composition in the study area: a region of the Pannonian Lowlands and a less urbanized mountain region of the Carpathian Mountains. Our study thus showed that landscape naturalness is a determining factor for roost-site selection by bats preferring anthropogenic roosts; however, some bat species did not express specific preferences according to the tested environmental variables, and other ecological traits in the evaluated species should be considered. |
Ondrušková, E; Hečková, Z; Kádasi-Horáková, M; Koltay, A; Ostrovský, R; Pažitný, J; Adamčíková, K Distribution and characterization of Dothistroma needle blight pathogens on Pinus mugo in Slovakia Journal Article European Journal of Plant Pathology, 148 (2), pp. 283-294, 2017, ISSN: 0929-1873. @article{Ondrušková2017, title = {Distribution and characterization of Dothistroma needle blight pathogens on Pinus mugo in Slovakia}, author = {E. Ondrušková and Z. Hečková and M. Kádasi-Horáková and A. Koltay and R. Ostrovský and J. Pažitný and K. Adamčíková}, url = {https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10658-016-1088-2}, doi = {10.1007/s10658-016-1088-2}, issn = {0929-1873}, year = {2017}, date = {2017-01-01}, journal = {European Journal of Plant Pathology}, volume = {148}, number = {2}, pages = {283-294}, abstract = {The occurrence and distribution of Dothistroma needle blight (DNB) on Pinus mugo was studied in 2014–2015 around the Slovakia. In total, 42 localities were investigated both native and planted ones. Symptoms of DNB were observed on 35 localities only on planted shrubs. All these 35 localities are new P. mugo DNB stands. No DNB symptoms were observed in natural and naturally regenerated plantations. DNAwas extracted from a total of 236 isolates and eight needle samples. Based on the ITS-rDNA comparisons and using species specific primers, both pathogenic Dothistroma species were detected: D. septosporum and D. pini. Isolates of D. septosporum had ITS sequences identical to D. septosporum from Europe and both mating types were identified with slight predominance of MAT2. The ratio of D. septosporum mating types varies significantly between sites, ranging from an equal proportion of each mating type to single mating type populations. D. pini ITS sequence grouped with D. pini from Ukraine, Russia and Switzerland and only MAT2 was found.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } The occurrence and distribution of Dothistroma needle blight (DNB) on Pinus mugo was studied in 2014–2015 around the Slovakia. In total, 42 localities were investigated both native and planted ones. Symptoms of DNB were observed on 35 localities only on planted shrubs. All these 35 localities are new P. mugo DNB stands. No DNB symptoms were observed in natural and naturally regenerated plantations. DNAwas extracted from a total of 236 isolates and eight needle samples. Based on the ITS-rDNA comparisons and using species specific primers, both pathogenic Dothistroma species were detected: D. septosporum and D. pini. Isolates of D. septosporum had ITS sequences identical to D. septosporum from Europe and both mating types were identified with slight predominance of MAT2. The ratio of D. septosporum mating types varies significantly between sites, ranging from an equal proportion of each mating type to single mating type populations. D. pini ITS sequence grouped with D. pini from Ukraine, Russia and Switzerland and only MAT2 was found. |
Ferus, P; Bošiaková, D; Konôpková, J; Hoťka, P; Keet, J H Hooker’s or warty barberry? Physiological background analysis for choosing the right one into ornamental plantations endangered by drought. Journal Article Acta Universitatis Agriculturae et Silviculturae Mendelianae Brunensis, 65 (2), pp. 411-418, 2017. @article{Ferus2017, title = {Hooker’s or warty barberry? Physiological background analysis for choosing the right one into ornamental plantations endangered by drought.}, author = {P. Ferus and D. Bošiaková and J. Konôpková and P. Hoťka and J.H. Keet}, url = {https://acta.mendelu.cz/65/2/0411/}, doi = {https://doi.org/10.11118/actaun201765020411}, year = {2017}, date = {2017-01-01}, journal = {Acta Universitatis Agriculturae et Silviculturae Mendelianae Brunensis}, volume = {65}, number = {2}, pages = {411-418}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } |
Ivanová, H Morphological features of Camarosporium pini – the fungus associated to health state degradation in Austrian and Ponderosa pine Journal Article Folia Oecologica, 44 (1), pp. 54-57, 2017, ISSN: 1336-5266. @article{Ivanová2017b, title = {Morphological features of \textit{Camarosporium pini} – the fungus associated to health state degradation in Austrian and Ponderosa pine}, author = {H. Ivanová}, url = {http://ife.sk/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/foecol-2017-0007.pdf}, doi = {10.1515/foecol-2017-0007}, issn = {1336-5266}, year = {2017}, date = {2017-01-01}, journal = {Folia Oecologica}, volume = {44}, number = {1}, pages = {54-57}, abstract = {The subject of this study is escalated occurrence of the pathogenic fungus Camarosporium pini in the needle tissue of symptomatic trees P. nigra and P. ponderosa var. jeffreyi growing in urbanized settings and parks. C. pini induces severe infections and initiates a blight and premature loss of second-year foliage in pine trees. The fungus was identified microscopically and on base of morphological keys. The affected needles displayed a distinct bluish-grey necrotic band in the centre. On the surface of infected needles, there were formed pycnidia producing brown, oval conidia with three transversal and one or two vertical walls. Disease symptoms, some important characteristics in pure culture, and distinctive morphological features of C. pini associated to the health state degradation in Austrian and Ponderosa pine are described and compared. Cumulative effects of these stressful biotic and various abiotic factors may explain the current situation concerning the decline in the P. nigra and P. ponderosa var. jeffreyi in Slovakia.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } The subject of this study is escalated occurrence of the pathogenic fungus Camarosporium pini in the needle tissue of symptomatic trees P. nigra and P. ponderosa var. jeffreyi growing in urbanized settings and parks. C. pini induces severe infections and initiates a blight and premature loss of second-year foliage in pine trees. The fungus was identified microscopically and on base of morphological keys. The affected needles displayed a distinct bluish-grey necrotic band in the centre. On the surface of infected needles, there were formed pycnidia producing brown, oval conidia with three transversal and one or two vertical walls. Disease symptoms, some important characteristics in pure culture, and distinctive morphological features of C. pini associated to the health state degradation in Austrian and Ponderosa pine are described and compared. Cumulative effects of these stressful biotic and various abiotic factors may explain the current situation concerning the decline in the P. nigra and P. ponderosa var. jeffreyi in Slovakia. |
Krajmerová, D; Hrivnák, M; Ditmarová, Ľ; Jamnická, G; Kmeť, J; Kurjak, D; Gömöry, D Nucleotide polymorphisms associated with climate, phenology and physiological traits in European beech (Fagus sylvatica L.) Journal Article New Forests, 48 (3), pp. 463-477, 2017. @article{Krajmerová2017, title = {Nucleotide polymorphisms associated with climate, phenology and physiological traits in European beech (Fagus sylvatica L.)}, author = {D. Krajmerová and M. Hrivnák and Ľ. Ditmarová and G. Jamnická and J. Kmeť and D. Kurjak and D. Gömöry}, year = {2017}, date = {2017-01-01}, journal = {New Forests}, volume = {48}, number = {3}, pages = {463-477}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } |
Krištín, A; Kaňuch, P Stay or go? Strong winter feeding site fidelity in small woodland passerines revealed by a homing experiment. Journal Article Journal of Ornithology, 158 (1), pp. 53-61, 2017, ISSN: 0021-8375. @article{KRIŠTÍN2017, title = {Stay or go? Strong winter feeding site fidelity in small woodland passerines revealed by a homing experiment. }, author = {A. Krištín and P. Kaňuch}, url = {https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10336-016-1362-2}, doi = {https://doi.org/10.1007/s10336-016-1362-2}, issn = {0021-8375}, year = {2017}, date = {2017-01-01}, journal = {Journal of Ornithology}, volume = {158}, number = {1}, pages = {53-61}, abstract = {Many birds exhibit territoriality, which is vital for obtaining resources for survival. Non-migratory birds maintain larger territories in winter than during reproduction, but the degree of their fidelity to these winter home ranges is less well-known. We evaluated the homing success and time of return to home through a field experiment in which we trapped and displaced 1239 individual birds of two tit species, Great Tit (Parus major) and Blue Tit (Cyanistes caeruleus), and retrapped 267 of them over two winters (a total of 40 trapping sessions). Displacement of the birds between two sites 7.8 km apart revealed strong fidelity to the winter home range in both species; birds returned on average within 4 weeks. Greater homing success was found in Blue Tits than in Great Tits (45.7 vs. 32.5 % retraps). More individuals returned home from an ecotone site, which included gardens with feeders, than from a forest site (40.9 vs. 29.2 %). Blue Tits homed approximately 1 week more quickly than Great Tits, and similar mean differences were observed when comparing males with females of both species using Kaplar–Meier survival functions. A parametric survival regression model indicated that the difference in homing time between species was not significant, but males of both species returned significantly sooner than females. Moreover, birds that originated from a site with greater food supply homed more quickly, and interaction of sex and site also showed a significant effect in this model. Our evidence suggests that winter territoriality of these woodland passerines is shaped potentially by all tested factors and is an important behavioural characteristic linked with their ability to find limited resources during the harsh period of the year.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Many birds exhibit territoriality, which is vital for obtaining resources for survival. Non-migratory birds maintain larger territories in winter than during reproduction, but the degree of their fidelity to these winter home ranges is less well-known. We evaluated the homing success and time of return to home through a field experiment in which we trapped and displaced 1239 individual birds of two tit species, Great Tit (Parus major) and Blue Tit (Cyanistes caeruleus), and retrapped 267 of them over two winters (a total of 40 trapping sessions). Displacement of the birds between two sites 7.8 km apart revealed strong fidelity to the winter home range in both species; birds returned on average within 4 weeks. Greater homing success was found in Blue Tits than in Great Tits (45.7 vs. 32.5 % retraps). More individuals returned home from an ecotone site, which included gardens with feeders, than from a forest site (40.9 vs. 29.2 %). Blue Tits homed approximately 1 week more quickly than Great Tits, and similar mean differences were observed when comparing males with females of both species using Kaplar–Meier survival functions. A parametric survival regression model indicated that the difference in homing time between species was not significant, but males of both species returned significantly sooner than females. Moreover, birds that originated from a site with greater food supply homed more quickly, and interaction of sex and site also showed a significant effect in this model. Our evidence suggests that winter territoriality of these woodland passerines is shaped potentially by all tested factors and is an important behavioural characteristic linked with their ability to find limited resources during the harsh period of the year. |
Naďo, L; Chromá, R; Kaňuch, P Structural, temporal and genetic properties of social groups in the short-lived migratory bat Nyctalus leisleri Journal Article Behaviour, 154 (7-8), pp. 785-807, 2017, ISSN: 0005-7959. @article{Naďo2017, title = {Structural, temporal and genetic properties of social groups in the short-lived migratory bat \textit{Nyctalus leisleri}}, author = {L. Naďo and R. Chromá and P. Kaňuch}, doi = { 10.1163/1568539X-00003444 }, issn = { 0005-7959}, year = {2017}, date = {2017-01-01}, journal = {Behaviour}, volume = {154}, number = {7-8}, pages = {785-807}, abstract = {Social groups of bats that operate under fission–fusion dynamics tend to establish and maintain non-random associations. We examined the social and genetic structure of the Leisler’s bat (Nyctalus leisleri), a species that is typical of tree-dwelling and long-distance migratory species in Europe. We used long-term co-occurrence data (capture-recapture sampling of roosting individuals) in combination with individual genetic relatedness (inferred from a set of microsatellite markers) to assess relationships between structural, temporal and genetic properties of roosting groups. Our results showed that social structure in groups of roosting Leisler’s bat was not random. Social clusters revealed by network analysis were almost identical to demographic cohorts, which indicates that Leisler’s bats are able to maintain social bonds only over a single season. After the period of active maternal care, roosting groups became smaller with a significantly higher level of genetic relatedness among adult females in contrast to the pregnancy and lactation stages. This provides some evidence that temporal social associations may be positively correlated with genetic relatedness. Low recapture rates of bats across seasons in light of natal philopatry indicates a shorter life span of individuals likely due to high mortality during long distance migratory movements. This probably has the most significant effect on the social system of this species.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Social groups of bats that operate under fission–fusion dynamics tend to establish and maintain non-random associations. We examined the social and genetic structure of the Leisler’s bat (Nyctalus leisleri), a species that is typical of tree-dwelling and long-distance migratory species in Europe. We used long-term co-occurrence data (capture-recapture sampling of roosting individuals) in combination with individual genetic relatedness (inferred from a set of microsatellite markers) to assess relationships between structural, temporal and genetic properties of roosting groups. Our results showed that social structure in groups of roosting Leisler’s bat was not random. Social clusters revealed by network analysis were almost identical to demographic cohorts, which indicates that Leisler’s bats are able to maintain social bonds only over a single season. After the period of active maternal care, roosting groups became smaller with a significantly higher level of genetic relatedness among adult females in contrast to the pregnancy and lactation stages. This provides some evidence that temporal social associations may be positively correlated with genetic relatedness. Low recapture rates of bats across seasons in light of natal philopatry indicates a shorter life span of individuals likely due to high mortality during long distance migratory movements. This probably has the most significant effect on the social system of this species. |
Ferus, P; Konôpková, J; Bošiaková, D; Hoťka, P Effective rhododendron propagation through stem cuttings Journal Article Journal of Applied Horticulture, 19 (3), pp. 226-229, 2017, ISBN: 1336-5266. @article{Ferus2017d, title = {Effective rhododendron propagation through stem cuttings}, author = {P. Ferus and J. Konôpková and D. Bošiaková and P. Hoťka}, isbn = {1336-5266}, year = {2017}, date = {2017-01-01}, journal = {Journal of Applied Horticulture}, volume = {19}, number = {3}, pages = {226-229}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } |
Ferus, P; Hoťka, P; Konôpková, J Drought and frost tolerance in rhododendron collection of the Mlyňany Arboretum (Slovakia): a screening for future climate Journal Article Folia Oecologica, 44 (2), pp. 87-95, 2017, ISBN: 1336-5266. @article{Ferus2017b, title = {Drought and frost tolerance in rhododendron collection of the Mlyňany Arboretum (Slovakia): a screening for future climate}, author = {P. Ferus and P. Hoťka and J. Konôpková}, url = {http://ife.sk/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/foecol-2017-0004-1.pdf}, doi = {10.1515/foecol-2017-0011}, isbn = {1336-5266}, year = {2017}, date = {2017-01-01}, journal = {Folia Oecologica}, volume = {44}, number = {2}, pages = {87-95}, abstract = {Rhododendrons are jewels of the Mlyňany Arboretum, Institute of Forest Ecology of the Slovak Academy of Sciences (IFE SAS). Blossoming in May, they attract thousands of visitors. But recently these woody plants have much suffered from climatic extremes such as summer droughts and winter frosts, associated with the advancing climate change. To assess the rhododendron collection´s stability, its drought and frost injury level were tested in field, in summer 2015 and winter 2017, respectively. The tested parameters were: leaf wilting and electrolyte leakage combined with shrub leaf area, insolation level and overall health state. We found that the drought effect was strong or very strong in only ca. 30% rhododendron species and ca. 10% rhododendron cultivars, and that around 60% shrubs showed no or only moderate symptoms of water deficit. The drought injury level was only associated with the genotype. The most tolerant / sensitive genotypes, commonly occurring in the park, were: R. catawbiense, R. ponticum, R. smirnowii, cv. ´Boursault´, cv. ´Cunningham´s White´ and cv. ´Purpureum Elegans´ / R. fortunei and cv. ´Tamarindos´. On the other hand, the most frequent response to frost in the observed rhododendron genotypes was moderate injury (28 and 37% for species and cultivars, respectively), nevertheless more than 18% species and almost 6% cultivars exhibited strong frost damage. Despite absence of significant differences in the factor-response between the species, we may suggest this decreasing sequence of the genotypes ordered according to their frost resistance: genotypes: cv. ´Cunningham´s White´ > R. decorum > R. fortunei and cv. ´Duke of York´ > R. smirnowii > cvs. ´Purpureum Elegans´and ´Tamarindos´ > R. macrophyllum and cv. ´Nova Zembla´ > R. catawbiense > R. ponticum. These results have been compared with similar works in rhododendron species/cultivars as well as suggested species drought/frost tolerance derived from climatic conditions in the area of their natural distribution.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Rhododendrons are jewels of the Mlyňany Arboretum, Institute of Forest Ecology of the Slovak Academy of Sciences (IFE SAS). Blossoming in May, they attract thousands of visitors. But recently these woody plants have much suffered from climatic extremes such as summer droughts and winter frosts, associated with the advancing climate change. To assess the rhododendron collection´s stability, its drought and frost injury level were tested in field, in summer 2015 and winter 2017, respectively. The tested parameters were: leaf wilting and electrolyte leakage combined with shrub leaf area, insolation level and overall health state. We found that the drought effect was strong or very strong in only ca. 30% rhododendron species and ca. 10% rhododendron cultivars, and that around 60% shrubs showed no or only moderate symptoms of water deficit. The drought injury level was only associated with the genotype. The most tolerant / sensitive genotypes, commonly occurring in the park, were: R. catawbiense, R. ponticum, R. smirnowii, cv. ´Boursault´, cv. ´Cunningham´s White´ and cv. ´Purpureum Elegans´ / R. fortunei and cv. ´Tamarindos´. On the other hand, the most frequent response to frost in the observed rhododendron genotypes was moderate injury (28 and 37% for species and cultivars, respectively), nevertheless more than 18% species and almost 6% cultivars exhibited strong frost damage. Despite absence of significant differences in the factor-response between the species, we may suggest this decreasing sequence of the genotypes ordered according to their frost resistance: genotypes: cv. ´Cunningham´s White´ > R. decorum > R. fortunei and cv. ´Duke of York´ > R. smirnowii > cvs. ´Purpureum Elegans´and ´Tamarindos´ > R. macrophyllum and cv. ´Nova Zembla´ > R. catawbiense > R. ponticum. These results have been compared with similar works in rhododendron species/cultivars as well as suggested species drought/frost tolerance derived from climatic conditions in the area of their natural distribution. |
Nuhlíčková, S; Svetlík, J; Krištín, A First Record of Keeled Plump Bush-Cricket (Isophya costata Brunner von Wattenwyl, 1878) (Orthoptera, Tettigoniidae) in Slovakia Journal Article Travaux du Muséum National d’Histoire Naturelle «Grigore Antipa», 60 (2), pp. 435-440, 2017. @article{Nuhlíčková2017, title = {First Record of Keeled Plump Bush-Cricket (Isophya costata Brunner von Wattenwyl, 1878) (Orthoptera, Tettigoniidae) in Slovakia}, author = {S. Nuhlíčková and J. Svetlík and A. Krištín}, doi = {10.1515/travmu-2017-0009}, year = {2017}, date = {2017-01-01}, journal = {Travaux du Muséum National d’Histoire Naturelle «Grigore Antipa»}, volume = {60}, number = {2}, pages = {435-440}, abstract = {Keeled Plump Bush-cricket Isophya costata is one of ten orthopteran species of European Community interest (Annex II and IV of Habitats Directive), endemic to the Pannonian Basin in Central Europe. It was discovered for the first time in Slovakia in June 2017, in southwestern area of the country (the site Devínske jazero, 48.2722°N / 16.9404°E, 134 m a.s.l.), in continental flooded meadows. The presence of the species in this new site is copying the northern edge of its area. New data of species distribution, its habitat, accompanying orthopteran species are described and main threats and conservation measures of the species are discussed.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Keeled Plump Bush-cricket Isophya costata is one of ten orthopteran species of European Community interest (Annex II and IV of Habitats Directive), endemic to the Pannonian Basin in Central Europe. It was discovered for the first time in Slovakia in June 2017, in southwestern area of the country (the site Devínske jazero, 48.2722°N / 16.9404°E, 134 m a.s.l.), in continental flooded meadows. The presence of the species in this new site is copying the northern edge of its area. New data of species distribution, its habitat, accompanying orthopteran species are described and main threats and conservation measures of the species are discussed. |
Špulerová, Jana; Štefunková, Dagmar; Dobrovodská, Marta; Izakovičová, Zita; Kenderessy, Pavol; Vlachovičová, Miriam; Lieskovský, Juraj; Piscová, Veronika; Petrovič, František; Kanka, Róbert; Bača, Andrej; Barančoková, Mária; Bezák, Peter; Bezáková, Magdaléna; Boltižiar, Martin; Mojses, Matej; Dubcová, Magdaléna; Gajdoš, Peter; Gerhátová, Katarína; Izsóff, Martin; Kalivoda, Henrik; Miklósová, Viktória; Degro, Monika; Šatalová, Barbora; Krištín, Anton; Dankaninová, Lenka; Kalivodová, Eva; Majzlan, Oto; Mihál, Ivan; Stašiov, Slavomír; Šolomeková, Tatiana; Ambros, Michal; Baláž, Ivan; Halabuk, Andrej Historické štruktúry poľnohospodárskej krajiny Slovenska Book VEDA vydavateľstvo Slovenskej akadémie vied, 2017. @book{Špulerová2017, title = {Historické štruktúry poľnohospodárskej krajiny Slovenska}, author = {Jana Špulerová and Dagmar Štefunková and Marta Dobrovodská and Zita Izakovičová and Pavol Kenderessy and Miriam Vlachovičová and Juraj Lieskovský and Veronika Piscová and František Petrovič and Róbert Kanka and Andrej Bača and Mária Barančoková and Peter Bezák and Magdaléna Bezáková and Martin Boltižiar and Matej Mojses and Magdaléna Dubcová and Peter Gajdoš and Katarína Gerhátová and Martin Izsóff and Henrik Kalivoda and Viktória Miklósová and Monika Degro and Barbora Šatalová and Anton Krištín and Lenka Dankaninová and Eva Kalivodová and Oto Majzlan and Ivan Mihál and Slavomír Stašiov and Tatiana Šolomeková and Michal Ambros and Ivan Baláž and Andrej Halabuk}, year = {2017}, date = {2017-01-01}, publisher = {VEDA vydavateľstvo Slovenskej akadémie vied}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {book} } |
Chavko, J; Krištín, A Foraging opportunism and feeding frequency in the red-footed falcon ( Falco vespertinus ) in Slovakia: case study from 2017 Journal Article Slovak Raptor Journal, 11 , pp. 31-41, 2017. @article{Chavko2017, title = {Foraging opportunism and feeding frequency in the red-footed falcon ( Falco vespertinus ) in Slovakia: case study from 2017}, author = {J. Chavko and A. Krištín}, doi = {10.1515/srj-2017-0009}, year = {2017}, date = {2017-01-01}, journal = {Slovak Raptor Journal}, volume = {11}, pages = {31-41}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } |
Krištín, A; Tulis, F; Klimant, P; Bacsa, K; Ambros, M Food supply (Orthoptera, Mantodea, Rodentia and Eulipotyphla) and food preferences of the red-footed falcon ( Falco vespertinus ) in Slovakia Journal Article Slovak Raptor Journal, 11 , pp. 1-14, 2017. @article{Krištín2017b, title = {Food supply (Orthoptera, Mantodea, Rodentia and Eulipotyphla) and food preferences of the red-footed falcon ( Falco vespertinus ) in Slovakia}, author = {A. Krištín and F. Tulis and P. Klimant and K. Bacsa and M. Ambros}, year = {2017}, date = {2017-01-01}, journal = {Slovak Raptor Journal}, volume = {11}, pages = {1-14}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } |
Tulis, F; Slobodník, R; Langraf, V; Noga, M; Krumpálová, Z; Šustek, Z; Krištín, A Diet composition of syntopically breeding falcon species Falco vespertinus and Falco tinnunculus in south-western Slovakia Journal Article Slovak Raptor Journal, 11 , pp. 15-30, 2017. @article{Tulis2017, title = {Diet composition of syntopically breeding falcon species Falco vespertinus and Falco tinnunculus in south-western Slovakia}, author = {F. Tulis and R. Slobodník and V. Langraf and M. Noga and Z. Krumpálová and Z. Šustek and A. Krištín}, year = {2017}, date = {2017-01-01}, journal = {Slovak Raptor Journal}, volume = {11}, pages = {15-30}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } |
Ferezliev, Angel; Tsakov, Hristo; Mihál, Ivan; Barna, Milan; Cicák, Alojz Peculiarities in structure according diameter in stands updet by the hurricane in the West Rhodopes. Journal Article Nauka za Gorata - Forest Science, (1-2), pp. 53-63, 2017, ISSN: 0861-007X. @article{Ferezliev01.0, title = {Peculiarities in structure according diameter in stands updet by the hurricane in the West Rhodopes. }, author = {Angel Ferezliev and Hristo Tsakov and Ivan Mihál and Milan Barna and Alojz Cicák}, url = {http://ife.sk/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/Rodopi-kalamity.pdf}, issn = {0861-007X}, year = {2017}, date = {2017-01-01}, journal = {Nauka za Gorata - Forest Science}, number = {1-2}, pages = {53-63}, abstract = {The structure and growth in diameter of created plantations, hit by hurricane winds in the Western Rhodopes in 1961 was investigated. Stand Visualization System (SVS) program was used, graphically depicting data plantations in Microsoft Excel. The diameter structure was analyzed by distribution of the stems by natural degrees of thickness. The rank of the average diameter tree in the pure culture of Pinus sylvestris of 55 years old was established (51.6%) and in another section spruce (P. abies (L.) Karst) of filled with Scotch pine (P. sylvestris) saplings with an average stem rank of 56.6%.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } The structure and growth in diameter of created plantations, hit by hurricane winds in the Western Rhodopes in 1961 was investigated. Stand Visualization System (SVS) program was used, graphically depicting data plantations in Microsoft Excel. The diameter structure was analyzed by distribution of the stems by natural degrees of thickness. The rank of the average diameter tree in the pure culture of Pinus sylvestris of 55 years old was established (51.6%) and in another section spruce (P. abies (L.) Karst) of filled with Scotch pine (P. sylvestris) saplings with an average stem rank of 56.6%. |
Ivanová, Helena; Hamarová, Ľudmila; Pristaš, Peter Clonostachys rosea associated with ponderosa and Coulter pine needles in Slovakia Journal Article Biologia, 72 (11), pp. 1258—1263, 2017, ISSN: ISSN 0006-3088. @article{Ivanová2017, title = {Clonostachys rosea associated with ponderosa and Coulter pine needles in Slovakia}, author = {Helena Ivanová and Ľudmila Hamarová and Peter Pristaš}, doi = {https://doi.org/10.2478/s11756-018-0071-0}, issn = {ISSN 0006-3088}, year = {2017}, date = {2017-00-00}, journal = {Biologia}, volume = {72}, number = {11}, pages = {1258—1263}, abstract = {Clonostachys rosea is an important biological control agent against various plant pathogenic fungi. We collected – necrotic ponderosa and Coulter pine needles and obtained C. rosea – like fungal colonies. Cultures were identified as C. rosea and their morphological characteristics were described.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Clonostachys rosea is an important biological control agent against various plant pathogenic fungi. We collected – necrotic ponderosa and Coulter pine needles and obtained C. rosea – like fungal colonies. Cultures were identified as C. rosea and their morphological characteristics were described. |
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Jarčuška, B; Slezák, M; Hrivnák, R; Senko, D Invasibility of alien Impatiens parviflora in temperate forest understories Journal Article Flora, 224 , pp. 14–23, 2016. @article{Jarčuška2016, title = {Invasibility of alien Impatiens parviflora in temperate forest understories}, author = {B. Jarčuška and M. Slezák and R. Hrivnák and D. Senko}, url = {http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0367253016300937}, year = {2016}, date = {2016-12-31}, journal = {Flora}, volume = {224}, pages = {14–23}, abstract = {Closed-canopy forests had been assumed to be a highly resistant to plant invasions but recently it has been found that several invasive plants are also effectively adapted to shaded forest understories. One of them is small balsam, Impatiens parviflora, one of the most widespread invasive plants occurring in temperate and northern regions of Europe. Certain discrepancies in autecology of small balsam or in its interaction with native species in invaded communities have been published previously. These can be accounted for by habitat-related biases (e.g., restricted length of analysed environmental gradients), size of sampling units and geographical range of sampling. Therefore to achieve better insight into the success of small balsam, we used dataset of vegetation plots from various types of temperate forests in Western Carpathians, Slovakia. To identify principle environmental and vegetation-related determinants controlling cover values of small balsam in temperate forests, and to model small balsam’s response to particular gradients, we used Boosted Regression Trees (BRT), technique that can model complex curvilinear relationships and their interactions. While additive BRT-model accounted for 24.1% of variation in small balsam cover, model with up to five-way interactions explained 46.0%. Nutrients (Ellenberg indicator value) were the most influential predictor accounting for 21.6% of variance. We observed only weak negative association between herb-layer species richness and cover of small balsam. The highest cover of small balsam was observed at nutrient-richest sites, along with lowest summarised cover of other species in herb layer. Trade-offs between mean annual precipitation and nutrients were also observed for cover of small balsam; species cover was higher at nutrient-poorer sites that received lower mean annual precipitation, while opposite was true for nutrient rich sites. The present work is the first study showing the positive association between nutrients availability and small balsam cover in forest understories, at a large spatial scale.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Closed-canopy forests had been assumed to be a highly resistant to plant invasions but recently it has been found that several invasive plants are also effectively adapted to shaded forest understories. One of them is small balsam, Impatiens parviflora, one of the most widespread invasive plants occurring in temperate and northern regions of Europe. Certain discrepancies in autecology of small balsam or in its interaction with native species in invaded communities have been published previously. These can be accounted for by habitat-related biases (e.g., restricted length of analysed environmental gradients), size of sampling units and geographical range of sampling. Therefore to achieve better insight into the success of small balsam, we used dataset of vegetation plots from various types of temperate forests in Western Carpathians, Slovakia. To identify principle environmental and vegetation-related determinants controlling cover values of small balsam in temperate forests, and to model small balsam’s response to particular gradients, we used Boosted Regression Trees (BRT), technique that can model complex curvilinear relationships and their interactions. While additive BRT-model accounted for 24.1% of variation in small balsam cover, model with up to five-way interactions explained 46.0%. Nutrients (Ellenberg indicator value) were the most influential predictor accounting for 21.6% of variance. We observed only weak negative association between herb-layer species richness and cover of small balsam. The highest cover of small balsam was observed at nutrient-richest sites, along with lowest summarised cover of other species in herb layer. Trade-offs between mean annual precipitation and nutrients were also observed for cover of small balsam; species cover was higher at nutrient-poorer sites that received lower mean annual precipitation, while opposite was true for nutrient rich sites. The present work is the first study showing the positive association between nutrients availability and small balsam cover in forest understories, at a large spatial scale. |
Adamčík, S; Jančovičová, S; Looney, B P; Adamčíková, K; Birkebak, J M; Moreau, P A; Vizziny, A; Matheny, P B Circumscription of species in the Hodophilus foetens complex (Clavariaceae, Agaricales) in Europe Journal Article Mycological Progress, 16 (1), pp. 47–62, 2016, ISSN: 1617-416X. @article{Adamčík2017, title = {Circumscription of species in the Hodophilus foetens complex (Clavariaceae, Agaricales) in Europe}, author = {S. Adamčík and S. Jančovičová and B.P. Looney and K. Adamčíková and J.M. Birkebak and P.A. Moreau and A. Vizziny and P.B. Matheny}, doi = {DOI 10.1007/s11557-016-1249-x}, issn = {1617-416X}, year = {2016}, date = {2016-12-12}, journal = {Mycological Progress}, volume = {16}, number = {1}, pages = {47–62}, abstract = {Four European Hodophilus species with an odour similar to naphthalene, a strong unpleasant odour similar to that of mothballs, are recognized based on sequence and/or morphological data. The traditional concept defines Ho. foetens as the only Hodophilus species with a naphthalene odour in Europe. This name is now assigned to one of the studied species based on morphological examination of the holotype specimen. A recently collected specimen is proposed as the epitype. The other three species with a naphthalene odour are described here as new: Ho. pallidus, Ho. subfoetens and Ho. tenuicystidiatus. They are distinguishable in the field based on a combination of lamellae number and colour of basidiomata. All four species are grouped in the Ho. foetens superclade, one of two superclades, together with the Ho. micaceus superclade, in the genus Hodophilus. All are different species from North American taxa with a naphthalene-like odour recognised in a previous study. The Ho. foetens superclade also includes one species identified as Ho. atropunctus that does not have a distinctive odour. The type collection of Ho. albofloccipes, a recently described European species with a naphthalene odour, is placed together with some collections without a distinctive odour in the Ho. micaceus superclade.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Four European Hodophilus species with an odour similar to naphthalene, a strong unpleasant odour similar to that of mothballs, are recognized based on sequence and/or morphological data. The traditional concept defines Ho. foetens as the only Hodophilus species with a naphthalene odour in Europe. This name is now assigned to one of the studied species based on morphological examination of the holotype specimen. A recently collected specimen is proposed as the epitype. The other three species with a naphthalene odour are described here as new: Ho. pallidus, Ho. subfoetens and Ho. tenuicystidiatus. They are distinguishable in the field based on a combination of lamellae number and colour of basidiomata. All four species are grouped in the Ho. foetens superclade, one of two superclades, together with the Ho. micaceus superclade, in the genus Hodophilus. All are different species from North American taxa with a naphthalene-like odour recognised in a previous study. The Ho. foetens superclade also includes one species identified as Ho. atropunctus that does not have a distinctive odour. The type collection of Ho. albofloccipes, a recently described European species with a naphthalene odour, is placed together with some collections without a distinctive odour in the Ho. micaceus superclade. |
Sarvašová, L Denné motýle (Lepidoptera, Papilionoidea) lúk kúpeľov Sliač a okolia (Slovensko) Journal Article Folia Faunistica Slovaca, 21 (1), pp. 63-71, 2016, ISSN: 1335-7522. @article{L.2016b, title = {Denné motýle (Lepidoptera, Papilionoidea) lúk kúpeľov Sliač a okolia (Slovensko)}, author = {L. Sarvašová}, url = {http://www.ffs.sk/pdf/FFS-21-09-Sarvasova-2016.pdf}, doi = {DOI ffs.2016.21.09}, issn = {1335-7522}, year = {2016}, date = {2016-10-13}, journal = {Folia Faunistica Slovaca}, volume = {21}, number = {1}, pages = {63-71}, abstract = {The research was carried out in a spa Sliač in Zvolenská kotlina basin (central Slovakia) in nine research plots belonging to three categories according to management intensity: (1) intensively mowed meadows, (2) extensive pastures and (3) abandoned pastures under the secondary succession. Butterflies were recorded by transect methods during three seasons in 2009 – 2011. We recorded 1043 adult individuals belonging to 5 families and 46 taxons. Maniola jurtina (Linnaeus, 1758) was the most abundant species. Six species from the Red List of Slovakia were recorded: Iphiclides podalirius (Linnaeus, 1758), Lycaena alciphron (Rottemburg, 1775), L. dispar (Haworth, 1803), Phengaris arion (Linnaeus, 1758), Melitaea phoebe (Denis & Schiffermüller, 1775), Polyommatus bellargus (Rottemburg, 1775) and one pair of species Melitaea aurelia (Nickerl, 1850)/ Melitaea britomartis (Assmann, 1847). The highest butterfly abundance and species richness were in abandoned pastures. In the contrary, intensively mowed meadows were characterized by lowest butterfly abundance and species richness. As for the intensity of management, our research confirmed that the extensively used grasslands and grasslands under the early stages of secondary succession are the most suitable for the butterfly communities. The lepidopterocenosis of spa meadows were similar to that of the city parks. Planting melliferous herbs into flower-beds in park seems to be a good solution how increase biodiversity as these “flower islands” provide insects temporary shelter and nectar source after the all-over mowing of the meadows.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } The research was carried out in a spa Sliač in Zvolenská kotlina basin (central Slovakia) in nine research plots belonging to three categories according to management intensity: (1) intensively mowed meadows, (2) extensive pastures and (3) abandoned pastures under the secondary succession. Butterflies were recorded by transect methods during three seasons in 2009 – 2011. We recorded 1043 adult individuals belonging to 5 families and 46 taxons. Maniola jurtina (Linnaeus, 1758) was the most abundant species. Six species from the Red List of Slovakia were recorded: Iphiclides podalirius (Linnaeus, 1758), Lycaena alciphron (Rottemburg, 1775), L. dispar (Haworth, 1803), Phengaris arion (Linnaeus, 1758), Melitaea phoebe (Denis & Schiffermüller, 1775), Polyommatus bellargus (Rottemburg, 1775) and one pair of species Melitaea aurelia (Nickerl, 1850)/ Melitaea britomartis (Assmann, 1847). The highest butterfly abundance and species richness were in abandoned pastures. In the contrary, intensively mowed meadows were characterized by lowest butterfly abundance and species richness. As for the intensity of management, our research confirmed that the extensively used grasslands and grasslands under the early stages of secondary succession are the most suitable for the butterfly communities. The lepidopterocenosis of spa meadows were similar to that of the city parks. Planting melliferous herbs into flower-beds in park seems to be a good solution how increase biodiversity as these “flower islands” provide insects temporary shelter and nectar source after the all-over mowing of the meadows. |
Karaska, D; Trnka, A; Krištín, A; Ridzoň, J Chránené vtáčie územia Slovenska Book Štátna ochrana prírody Slovenskej republiky, Banská Bystrica, 2016, ISBN: 978-80-89802-16-6. @book{KARASKA2016, title = {Chránené vtáčie územia Slovenska}, author = {D. Karaska and A. Trnka and A. Krištín and J. Ridzoň}, editor = {D. Karaska and A. Trnka and A. Krištín and J. Ridzoň}, isbn = {978-80-89802-16-6}, year = {2016}, date = {2016-10-01}, publisher = {Štátna ochrana prírody Slovenskej republiky}, address = {Banská Bystrica}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {book} } |
Krištín, A; Jarčuška, B Distribution and ecology of the flightless bush-cricket Poecilimon schmidtii at its northern range margin Journal Article Biologia, 71 (9), pp. 1049-1060, 2016. @article{Krištín2016, title = {Distribution and ecology of the flightless bush-cricket Poecilimon schmidtii at its northern range margin}, author = {A. Krištín and B. Jarčuška}, url = {https://www.researchgate.net/publication/309281814_Distribution_and_ecology_of_the_flightless_bush-cricket_Poecilimon_schmidtii_at_its_northern_range_margin}, doi = {10.1515/biolog-2016-0128}, year = {2016}, date = {2016-09-01}, journal = {Biologia}, volume = {71}, number = {9}, pages = {1049-1060}, abstract = {The distributional patterns and ecology of the ponto-mediterranean species Poecilimon schmidtii were only insufficiently known until now, despite assumed to be one of the northernmost distributed species of the genus. Based on the review of all available published and own field data, we improved the distribution map of the species and recorded it for the first time from Poland. The distribution survey was carried at 1,208 sites in Slovakia, 39 sites in SE Poland and 26 sites in W Ukraine between 1994 and 2015. P. schmidtii was found at 59 sites and the habitat requirements were analysed. The results show a clear preference of the species for broadleaved forest ecotones with hazel and Rubus spp. shrubs being the main host plants. The species was present in grid cells with a lower mean altitude, a higher annual mean temperature and a lower annual precipitation compared to those available within the northern species’ range. Its altitudinal distribution was between 105 and 950 m a.s.l. Altogether, 70 Orthoptera and one mantid species were recorded and assemblages of Orthoptera and Mantodea were described for 49 sites with P. schmidtii in Slovakia and Poland. On average 18.9 ± 7.5 (SD) species were found per site, ranging from 7 to 37. Using detrended correspondence analysis it was not possible to distinguish between the orthopteran assemblages with and without (n = 94) P. schmidtii. In the assemblages, P. schmidtii was more often present with mountainous species. }, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } The distributional patterns and ecology of the ponto-mediterranean species Poecilimon schmidtii were only insufficiently known until now, despite assumed to be one of the northernmost distributed species of the genus. Based on the review of all available published and own field data, we improved the distribution map of the species and recorded it for the first time from Poland. The distribution survey was carried at 1,208 sites in Slovakia, 39 sites in SE Poland and 26 sites in W Ukraine between 1994 and 2015. P. schmidtii was found at 59 sites and the habitat requirements were analysed. The results show a clear preference of the species for broadleaved forest ecotones with hazel and Rubus spp. shrubs being the main host plants. The species was present in grid cells with a lower mean altitude, a higher annual mean temperature and a lower annual precipitation compared to those available within the northern species’ range. Its altitudinal distribution was between 105 and 950 m a.s.l. Altogether, 70 Orthoptera and one mantid species were recorded and assemblages of Orthoptera and Mantodea were described for 49 sites with P. schmidtii in Slovakia and Poland. On average 18.9 ± 7.5 (SD) species were found per site, ranging from 7 to 37. Using detrended correspondence analysis it was not possible to distinguish between the orthopteran assemblages with and without (n = 94) P. schmidtii. In the assemblages, P. schmidtii was more often present with mountainous species. |
Nuhličková, S; Krištín, A; Degma, P; Hoi, H Variability in nestling diet of European hoopes: annual and sampling effect Journal Article Folia Zoologica, 65 (3), pp. 189-199, 2016. @article{NUHLIČKOVÁ2016, title = {Variability in nestling diet of European hoopes: annual and sampling effect}, author = {S. Nuhličková and A. Krištín and P. Degma and H. Hoi}, year = {2016}, date = {2016-09-01}, journal = {Folia Zoologica}, volume = {65}, number = {3}, pages = {189-199}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } |
nad Blanár, Ivan Mihál Drahoš Slizovky a huby (Myxomycota, Ascomycota, Basidiomycota) Prírodnej rezervácie Fabova hoľa v Národnom parku Muránska planina Journal Article Natura Carpatica, (57), pp. 7-24, 2016. @article{nadBlanár2016, title = {Slizovky a huby (Myxomycota, Ascomycota, Basidiomycota) Prírodnej rezervácie Fabova hoľa v Národnom parku Muránska planina}, author = {Ivan Mihál nad Drahoš Blanár}, url = {http://www.vsmuzeum.sk/muzeum/zborniky,-odborna-publikacna-cinnost}, year = {2016}, date = {2016-07-15}, journal = {Natura Carpatica}, number = {57}, pages = {7-24}, abstract = {Authors present the mycofloristical characteristics of selected localities situated in the Fabova hoľa Nature Reserve in the Muránska planina National Park in Central Slovakia. The field research was realised during 1999, 2002, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 and 2014 (a total of 23 field trips). Total 134 macromycetes species as well as 5 slime molds were determined. As the first findings for Slovakia the species Dictydium cancellatum, Femsjonia peziziformis and Pseudographis pinicola are introduced, the species Dictydium cernuum is presented as the second findings and the species Eutypella sorbi and Lamproderma columbinum as the third findings in Slovakia. The species Hypomyces luteovirens, Inermisia fusispora, Phellinus pouzarii, Resinicium bicolor, Sarea resinae and Tympanis sp. (Tympanis aucupariae? or T. conspersa?) are relatively rare. From the past we are known the findings of some rare fungi species in the Fabova hoľa Nature Reserve, e.g. Crepidotus kubickae, Hapalopilus salmonicolor, Helicoglea lagerheimii and Hypomyces aurantius. The species Bondarzewia mesenterica, Cortinarius uliginosus, Eutypella sorbi, Exobasidium vaccinii, Hydropus marginellus, Hygrocybe chlorophana, Ischnoderma benzoinum, Leptoporus mollis, Melanoleuca subalpina, Phellinus pouzarii, Resinicium bicolor, Rickenella fibula, R. schwartzii and Xeromphalina campanella are typical fungal bioindicators for Carpathian natural forests and mountains meadows.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Authors present the mycofloristical characteristics of selected localities situated in the Fabova hoľa Nature Reserve in the Muránska planina National Park in Central Slovakia. The field research was realised during 1999, 2002, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 and 2014 (a total of 23 field trips). Total 134 macromycetes species as well as 5 slime molds were determined. As the first findings for Slovakia the species Dictydium cancellatum, Femsjonia peziziformis and Pseudographis pinicola are introduced, the species Dictydium cernuum is presented as the second findings and the species Eutypella sorbi and Lamproderma columbinum as the third findings in Slovakia. The species Hypomyces luteovirens, Inermisia fusispora, Phellinus pouzarii, Resinicium bicolor, Sarea resinae and Tympanis sp. (Tympanis aucupariae? or T. conspersa?) are relatively rare. From the past we are known the findings of some rare fungi species in the Fabova hoľa Nature Reserve, e.g. Crepidotus kubickae, Hapalopilus salmonicolor, Helicoglea lagerheimii and Hypomyces aurantius. The species Bondarzewia mesenterica, Cortinarius uliginosus, Eutypella sorbi, Exobasidium vaccinii, Hydropus marginellus, Hygrocybe chlorophana, Ischnoderma benzoinum, Leptoporus mollis, Melanoleuca subalpina, Phellinus pouzarii, Resinicium bicolor, Rickenella fibula, R. schwartzii and Xeromphalina campanella are typical fungal bioindicators for Carpathian natural forests and mountains meadows. |
Barta, M; Bibeň, T Stephanitis takeyai and S. rhododendri (Heteroptera: Tingidae) in Slovakia: first record and economic importance Journal Article Plant Protection Research, 56 (2), pp. 193-198, 2016, ISBN: 1899-007X. @article{Barta2016b, title = {\textit{Stephanitis takeyai} and \textit{S. rhododendri} (Heteroptera: \textit{Tingidae}) in Slovakia: first record and economic importance}, author = {M. Barta and T. Bibeň}, url = {https://www.degruyter.com/view/j/jppr.2016.56.issue-2/jppr-2016-0022/jppr-2016-0022.xml}, doi = {DOI: 10.1515/jppr-2016-0022}, isbn = {1899-007X}, year = {2016}, date = {2016-07-08}, journal = {Plant Protection Research}, volume = {56}, number = {2}, pages = {193-198}, abstract = {This is the first report on the occurrence of andromeda lace bug, Stephanitis (Stephanitis) takeyai Drake and Maa, 1955, and rhododendron lace bug, Stephanitis (Stephanitis) rhododendri Horvath, 1905, in Slovakia. Syntopic colonies of both species were found on rhododendron shrubs (Rhododendron sp.) in south-western Slovakia in 2015. The feeding of the lace bugs resulted in damage to infested rhododendrons. Leaves turned yellow and brown, prematurely dropped what led to continuous drying up of twigs and the whole plants. Details on morphology of adult stages of the two species, description of damage symptoms and economic importance of these pests are presented and discussed.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } This is the first report on the occurrence of andromeda lace bug, Stephanitis (Stephanitis) takeyai Drake and Maa, 1955, and rhododendron lace bug, Stephanitis (Stephanitis) rhododendri Horvath, 1905, in Slovakia. Syntopic colonies of both species were found on rhododendron shrubs (Rhododendron sp.) in south-western Slovakia in 2015. The feeding of the lace bugs resulted in damage to infested rhododendrons. Leaves turned yellow and brown, prematurely dropped what led to continuous drying up of twigs and the whole plants. Details on morphology of adult stages of the two species, description of damage symptoms and economic importance of these pests are presented and discussed. |
Mihál, Ivan Kosce (Arachnida, Opiliones) Prírodnej rezervácie Šujské rašelinisko (severozápadné Slovensko) Journal Article Folia Faunistica Slovaca, 21 (2), pp. 109-114, 2016. @article{Mihál2016d, title = {Kosce (Arachnida, Opiliones) Prírodnej rezervácie Šujské rašelinisko (severozápadné Slovensko)}, author = {Ivan Mihál}, url = {http://www.ffs.sk/pdf/FFS-21-15-Mihal-2016.pdf}, year = {2016}, date = {2016-07-06}, journal = {Folia Faunistica Slovaca}, volume = {21}, number = {2}, pages = {109-114}, abstract = {Author presents a species spectrum of harvestmen (Opiliones) identified during vegetation season 2013 in the Nature Reserve Šujské rašelinisko peat bog in north-west Slovakia. Nature Reserve Šujské rašelinisko peat bog is declared to protect of rare and protected fen and peat bog plant species and their communities. In total, 209 specimens of harvestmen, representing 14 kinds, belonging to four families have been determined from the Šujské rašelinisko peat bog. Listed 14 kinds of harvestmen constitutes 40.0% of the total species spectrum of harvestmen (n = 35) previously known from Slovakia. As the eudominant species were found Lophopilio palpinalis (Dominance = 23.92), Nemastoma lugubre (20.1), Oligolophus tridens (18.18) and Phalangium opilio (13.4). They are eurytopic and hygrophilous (except Phalangium opilio) species whose occurrence in moist microhabitats in peat bog is expected. On the other hand, the open sun and overheating peat bog microhabitats are suitable for occurrence of the heliophilous harvestmen Phalangium opilio. Rilaena triangularis was a dominant species (D = 6.7). As the subdominant species were recorded Platybunus pallidus (D = 3.83), Platybunus bucephalus and Lacinius ephippiatus (both D = 2.87) and Leiobunum rupestre (2.39). Among harvestmen, which mostly occur in conditions of peat bogs, fens, wetlands and waterlogged floodplain communities in our country we can be classified mainly Lacinius ephippiatus, Mitopus morio, Oligolophus tridens, Nemastoma lugubre, Rilaena triangularis, Astrobunus laevipes, Mitostoma chrysomelas, Lophopilio palpinalis, Platybunus bucephalus and other.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Author presents a species spectrum of harvestmen (Opiliones) identified during vegetation season 2013 in the Nature Reserve Šujské rašelinisko peat bog in north-west Slovakia. Nature Reserve Šujské rašelinisko peat bog is declared to protect of rare and protected fen and peat bog plant species and their communities. In total, 209 specimens of harvestmen, representing 14 kinds, belonging to four families have been determined from the Šujské rašelinisko peat bog. Listed 14 kinds of harvestmen constitutes 40.0% of the total species spectrum of harvestmen (n = 35) previously known from Slovakia. As the eudominant species were found Lophopilio palpinalis (Dominance = 23.92), Nemastoma lugubre (20.1), Oligolophus tridens (18.18) and Phalangium opilio (13.4). They are eurytopic and hygrophilous (except Phalangium opilio) species whose occurrence in moist microhabitats in peat bog is expected. On the other hand, the open sun and overheating peat bog microhabitats are suitable for occurrence of the heliophilous harvestmen Phalangium opilio. Rilaena triangularis was a dominant species (D = 6.7). As the subdominant species were recorded Platybunus pallidus (D = 3.83), Platybunus bucephalus and Lacinius ephippiatus (both D = 2.87) and Leiobunum rupestre (2.39). Among harvestmen, which mostly occur in conditions of peat bogs, fens, wetlands and waterlogged floodplain communities in our country we can be classified mainly Lacinius ephippiatus, Mitopus morio, Oligolophus tridens, Nemastoma lugubre, Rilaena triangularis, Astrobunus laevipes, Mitostoma chrysomelas, Lophopilio palpinalis, Platybunus bucephalus and other. |
Schieber, B; Kubov, M Zprávy lesnického výzkumu, 61 (2), pp. 90-99, 2016, ISSN: 0322-9688. @article{Schieber2016c, title = {Fenológia vybraných listnatých lesných drevín v submontánnej bučine: dvadsaťročná analýza. Phenology of selected broad-leaved forest trees in a submountain beech forest: two-decade analysis.}, author = {B. Schieber and M. Kubov}, url = {https://www.google.sk/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=3&ved=0ahUKEwjht5uIlJ3WAhXNh7QKHTrkCqUQFggvMAI&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.agriculturejournals.cz%2FpublicFiles%2F03481.pdf&usg=AFQjCNGpVrc3EsM3mAlec2l6w24q2uRCDw}, issn = {0322-9688}, year = {2016}, date = {2016-06-30}, journal = {Zprávy lesnického výzkumu}, volume = {61}, number = {2}, pages = {90-99}, abstract = {Phenology of three selected deciduous forest tree species (Carpinus betulus L., Tilia cordata Mill. Quercus dalechampii Ten.) was studied in a submountain beech forest stand in central Slovakia. Two spring phenological phases – bud-burst and leaf unfolding 50% as well as two autumnal phases – leaf discolouration 10% and 50%, respectively were monitored over the period of twenty years (1995–2014). Analysis of the air temperature showed its increasing values mainly in the period from April to August. On the other hand, the values of cumulative rainfall totals for the period from May to August had not clear trend. They were strongly volatile among the years with oscillation around the longterm average. Results of phenological research referred to the interannual variability in dating of phenological phases within the species, also the differences among the species were found. The significant correlations (P < 0.05) were detected between dating of leaf unfolding and air temperature; the coefficients of correlation (r) moved from 0.83 (hornbeam) to 0.90 (oak). Correlations between cumulative rainfall totals and timing of autumnal leaf discolouration were significantly lower. Trend analysis revealed temporal changes in onset of the phenophases. Average onset of spring phenological phases was shifted to earlier dates, but trend in onset of the autumnal phenophases was the opposite. Onset of leaf discolouration was shifted to later dates, so vegetation period was extended. Among the trees, the dynamics of leaf unfolding did not show significant temporal changes, only hornbeam was the exception. }, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Phenology of three selected deciduous forest tree species (Carpinus betulus L., Tilia cordata Mill. Quercus dalechampii Ten.) was studied in a submountain beech forest stand in central Slovakia. Two spring phenological phases – bud-burst and leaf unfolding 50% as well as two autumnal phases – leaf discolouration 10% and 50%, respectively were monitored over the period of twenty years (1995–2014). Analysis of the air temperature showed its increasing values mainly in the period from April to August. On the other hand, the values of cumulative rainfall totals for the period from May to August had not clear trend. They were strongly volatile among the years with oscillation around the longterm average. Results of phenological research referred to the interannual variability in dating of phenological phases within the species, also the differences among the species were found. The significant correlations (P < 0.05) were detected between dating of leaf unfolding and air temperature; the coefficients of correlation (r) moved from 0.83 (hornbeam) to 0.90 (oak). Correlations between cumulative rainfall totals and timing of autumnal leaf discolouration were significantly lower. Trend analysis revealed temporal changes in onset of the phenophases. Average onset of spring phenological phases was shifted to earlier dates, but trend in onset of the autumnal phenophases was the opposite. Onset of leaf discolouration was shifted to later dates, so vegetation period was extended. Among the trees, the dynamics of leaf unfolding did not show significant temporal changes, only hornbeam was the exception. |
Adamčík, S; Looney, B P; Birkebak, J M; Jančovičová, S; Adamčíková, K; Marhold, K; Matheny, P B Circumscription of species of Hodophilus (Clavariaceae, Agaricales) in North America with naphthalene odours Journal Article Botany, 94 (10), pp. 941-956, 2016, ISSN: 1916-2804. @article{ADAMČÍK2016, title = {Circumscription of species of Hodophilus (Clavariaceae, Agaricales) in North America with naphthalene odours}, author = {S. Adamčík and B.P. Looney and J.M. Birkebak and S. Jančovičová and K. Adamčíková and K. Marhold and P.B. Matheny}, doi = {dx.doi.org/10.1139/cjb-2016-0091}, issn = {1916-2804}, year = {2016}, date = {2016-06-14}, journal = {Botany}, volume = {94}, number = {10}, pages = {941-956}, abstract = {Five North American Hodophilus species with naphthalene-like odours are now recognized based on sequence and (or) morphological data and molecular annotation of type collections. Two well-supported eastern North American species do not match any of the studied types and are described here as new: Hodophilus hesleri and Hodophilus smithii. The previously described Hodophilus paupertinus is found to represent an autonomous species and appears restricted to western North America. Hodophilus subfuscescens is found to be an independent lineage in eastern North America. A morphological type study of Hodophilus peckianus shows that it is a distinct species and not represented among recent collections. Multilocus phylogenetic analyses of European and North American material of species with naphthalene odours reveal no species with transatlantic distributions. Overall, Hodophilus comprises two superclades (the Hodophilus foetens superclade and the Hodophilus micaceus superclade) and 16 terminal clades that correspond to phylogenetic species. This study introduces a new approach for morphological delimitation of agaricoid Clavariaceae combining shape and dimensions of particular elements in the pileipellis and caulocystidia. All previously described taxa included in this study, which were previously treated in the genera Hygrophorus, Camarophyllopsis, or Hygrotrama, are formally transferred to Hodophilus.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Five North American Hodophilus species with naphthalene-like odours are now recognized based on sequence and (or) morphological data and molecular annotation of type collections. Two well-supported eastern North American species do not match any of the studied types and are described here as new: Hodophilus hesleri and Hodophilus smithii. The previously described Hodophilus paupertinus is found to represent an autonomous species and appears restricted to western North America. Hodophilus subfuscescens is found to be an independent lineage in eastern North America. A morphological type study of Hodophilus peckianus shows that it is a distinct species and not represented among recent collections. Multilocus phylogenetic analyses of European and North American material of species with naphthalene odours reveal no species with transatlantic distributions. Overall, Hodophilus comprises two superclades (the Hodophilus foetens superclade and the Hodophilus micaceus superclade) and 16 terminal clades that correspond to phylogenetic species. This study introduces a new approach for morphological delimitation of agaricoid Clavariaceae combining shape and dimensions of particular elements in the pileipellis and caulocystidia. All previously described taxa included in this study, which were previously treated in the genera Hygrophorus, Camarophyllopsis, or Hygrotrama, are formally transferred to Hodophilus. |
Sedmáková, D; Sedmák, R; Bošela, M; Ježík, M; Sitko, R; Hlásny, T; Blaženec, M Cross-dating tree-ring series of living European beech by isochronic weather records Journal Article Geochronometria, 43 (1), pp. 48-58, 2016, ISSN: 1897-1695. @article{Sedmáková2016, title = {Cross-dating tree-ring series of living European beech by isochronic weather records}, author = {D. Sedmáková and R. Sedmák and M. Bošela and M. Ježík and R. Sitko and T. Hlásny and M. Blaženec}, url = {10.1515/geochr-2015-0030}, doi = {10.1515/geochr-2015-0030}, issn = {1897-1695}, year = {2016}, date = {2016-05-20}, journal = {Geochronometria}, volume = {43}, number = {1}, pages = {48-58}, abstract = {The main objective of the study is to facilitate cross-dating of sensitive tree-ring series from living European beech (Fagus sylvatica L.) trees in the absence of a regional chronology. The main idea lies in the preliminary dating of marker rings or ring patterns visually identified on the wood (before the ring-width measurements), which is independently validated through a moving correlation between a tentative reference chronology and instrumental climate records (after the ring-width measurements). Following the detection of low moving correlations, potentially misdated segments or series are re-examined and a new tentative reference chronology is constructed. The process is repeated as long as a higher correlation with climate is obtainable. The applicability of this method was investigated on three difficult-to-date sets of tree-ring series of beech trees which were growing at temperature-or precipitation-sensitive locations in under-canopy or canopy positions. A good ability of the combined method for the cross-dating was practiced on datasets almost impossible to cross-date by commonly used approaches. Highlighting the actual correlation of ring widths with climate in tree-ring series makes the cross-dating process more independent from human decisions, so the combined cross-dating has the potential to improve the reliability of various dendrochronological studies.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } The main objective of the study is to facilitate cross-dating of sensitive tree-ring series from living European beech (Fagus sylvatica L.) trees in the absence of a regional chronology. The main idea lies in the preliminary dating of marker rings or ring patterns visually identified on the wood (before the ring-width measurements), which is independently validated through a moving correlation between a tentative reference chronology and instrumental climate records (after the ring-width measurements). Following the detection of low moving correlations, potentially misdated segments or series are re-examined and a new tentative reference chronology is constructed. The process is repeated as long as a higher correlation with climate is obtainable. The applicability of this method was investigated on three difficult-to-date sets of tree-ring series of beech trees which were growing at temperature-or precipitation-sensitive locations in under-canopy or canopy positions. A good ability of the combined method for the cross-dating was practiced on datasets almost impossible to cross-date by commonly used approaches. Highlighting the actual correlation of ring widths with climate in tree-ring series makes the cross-dating process more independent from human decisions, so the combined cross-dating has the potential to improve the reliability of various dendrochronological studies. |
Schemmer, R; Chládeková, P; Medo, J; Barta, M Plant Protection Science, 52 (3), pp. 199-208, 2016, ISSN: 1805-9341. @article{Schemmer2016, title = {Natural prevalence of entomopathogenic fungi in hibernating pupae of \textit{Cameraria ohridella} (Lepidoptera: \textit{Gracillariidae}) and virulence of selected isolates}, author = {R. Schemmer and P. Chládeková and J. Medo and M. Barta}, url = {http://www.agriculturejournals.cz/publicFiles/189075.pdf}, doi = {doi: 10.17221/110/2015-PPS}, issn = {1805-9341}, year = {2016}, date = {2016-05-17}, journal = {Plant Protection Science}, volume = {52}, number = {3}, pages = {199-208}, abstract = {Spontaneous infection of hibernating Cameraria ohridella pupae by entomopathogenic fungi was monitored at two localities of south-western Slovakia and efficacy of selected fungal isolates against the pupae was evaluated in laboratory. Natural prevalence of fungal infection in pupal populations was low (< 7%) and varied depending upon collecting date, locality, year, and pathogen. Ten isolates of three fungal species, Beauveria pseudobassiana, Isaria fumosorosea, and I. farinosa, isolated from the naturally infected pupae and three isolates of non-insect origin of two fungi, B. bassiana and Metarhizium anisopliae, were screened for colony growth, conidial production in vitro, and virulence to C. ohridella pupae. A significant variability in the evaluated traits was detected among the isolates. Pupae demonstrated vulnerability to all the isolates irrespective of their origin, however virulence of isolates varied significantly. I. fumosorosea was the most virulent fungus with median lethal concentration of 0.09 × 104 conidia/ml (isolate CO10-IFu) and mean survival time of pupae of 7.14 days (isolate CO8-IFu). No correlation between conidial yield of isolates and fungal virulence was observed, but a moderately strong relationship was detected between virulence and mycelial growth rate of isolates. }, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Spontaneous infection of hibernating Cameraria ohridella pupae by entomopathogenic fungi was monitored at two localities of south-western Slovakia and efficacy of selected fungal isolates against the pupae was evaluated in laboratory. Natural prevalence of fungal infection in pupal populations was low (< 7%) and varied depending upon collecting date, locality, year, and pathogen. Ten isolates of three fungal species, Beauveria pseudobassiana, Isaria fumosorosea, and I. farinosa, isolated from the naturally infected pupae and three isolates of non-insect origin of two fungi, B. bassiana and Metarhizium anisopliae, were screened for colony growth, conidial production in vitro, and virulence to C. ohridella pupae. A significant variability in the evaluated traits was detected among the isolates. Pupae demonstrated vulnerability to all the isolates irrespective of their origin, however virulence of isolates varied significantly. I. fumosorosea was the most virulent fungus with median lethal concentration of 0.09 × 104 conidia/ml (isolate CO10-IFu) and mean survival time of pupae of 7.14 days (isolate CO8-IFu). No correlation between conidial yield of isolates and fungal virulence was observed, but a moderately strong relationship was detected between virulence and mycelial growth rate of isolates. |
Kollár, J; Barta, M The first record of tulip tree aphid, Illinoia liriodendri (Hemiptera: Aphididae), from Slovakia – Short Communication Journal Article Plant Protection Science, 52 (2), pp. 142-146, 2016, ISSN: 1212-2580. @article{Kollár2016, title = {The first record of tulip tree aphid, \textit{Illinoia liriodendri} (Hemiptera: \textit{Aphididae}), from Slovakia – Short Communication}, author = {J. Kollár and M. Barta}, url = {http://www.agriculturejournals.cz/publicFiles/178824.pdf}, doi = {DOI: 10.17221/109/2015-PPS}, issn = {1212-2580}, year = {2016}, date = {2016-05-17}, journal = {Plant Protection Science}, volume = {52}, number = {2}, pages = {142-146}, abstract = {The tulip tree aphid, Illinoia liriodendri, is reported in Slovakia for the first time. Colonies of I. liriodendri were found on tulip trees, Liriodendron tulipifera, in two locations of south-western Slovakia in 2014 and 2015. Colonies of nymphs and viviparous females fed on the underside of leaves with no significant symptoms of damage to tulip trees. In this short study, the first report of the aphid from Slovakia is presented and original illustrations with results of morphometric analysis of alate viviparous females are provided.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } The tulip tree aphid, Illinoia liriodendri, is reported in Slovakia for the first time. Colonies of I. liriodendri were found on tulip trees, Liriodendron tulipifera, in two locations of south-western Slovakia in 2014 and 2015. Colonies of nymphs and viviparous females fed on the underside of leaves with no significant symptoms of damage to tulip trees. In this short study, the first report of the aphid from Slovakia is presented and original illustrations with results of morphometric analysis of alate viviparous females are provided. |
Pastirčáková, K; Jankovics, T; Komáromi, J; Pintye, A; Pastirčák, M Genetic diversity and host range of powdery mildews on Papaveraceae Journal Article Mycological Progress, 15 (4, article 36), pp. 1-18, 2016, ISSN: 1617-416X. @article{K.2016, title = {Genetic diversity and host range of powdery mildews on Papaveraceae}, author = {K. Pastirčáková and T. Jankovics and J. Komáromi and A. Pintye and M. Pastirčák}, url = {https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s11557-016-1178-8}, doi = {10.1007/s11557-016-1178-8}, issn = {1617-416X}, year = {2016}, date = {2016-04-08}, journal = {Mycological Progress}, volume = {15}, number = {4, article 36}, pages = {1-18}, abstract = {Because of the strong morphological similarity of the powdery mildew fungi that infect papaveraceous hosts, a total of 39 samples were studied to reveal the phylogeny and host range of these fungi. ITS and 28S sequence analyses revealed that the isolates identified earlier as Erysiphe cruciferarum on papaveraceous hosts represent distinct lineages and differ from that of E. cruciferarum sensu stricto on brassicaceous hosts. The taxonomic status of the anamorph infecting Eschscholzia californica was revised, and therefore, a new species name, Erysiphe eschscholziae, is proposed. The taxonomic position of the Pseudoidium anamorphs infecting Glaucium flavum, Meconopsis cambrica, Papaver dubium, and Stylophorum diphyllum remain unclear. This study revealed that Erysiphe macleayae exhibits a specific host range different from that of E. cruciferarum, the common pathogen of papaveraceous hosts. Although E. macleayae occurred naturally on Macleaya cordata, Macleaya microcarpa, M. cambrica, and Chelidonium majus only, our inoculation tests revealed that the fungus was capable of infecting Argemone grandiflora, Glaucium corniculatum, Papaver rhoeas, and Papaver somniferum, indicating that these plant species may also be taken into account as potential hosts. Erysiphe cruciferarum originating from P. somniferum was not able to infect A. grandiflora, C. majus, E. californica, M. cordata, and P. rhoeas. The emergence of E. macleayae on M. microcarpa is reported here for the first time from the Czech Republic and Slovakia. The appearance of chasmothecia of E. macleayae on C. majus in Slovakia was reported, as well. Erysiphe cruciferarum was identified on G. corniculatum and reported here for the first time from Slovakia.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Because of the strong morphological similarity of the powdery mildew fungi that infect papaveraceous hosts, a total of 39 samples were studied to reveal the phylogeny and host range of these fungi. ITS and 28S sequence analyses revealed that the isolates identified earlier as Erysiphe cruciferarum on papaveraceous hosts represent distinct lineages and differ from that of E. cruciferarum sensu stricto on brassicaceous hosts. The taxonomic status of the anamorph infecting Eschscholzia californica was revised, and therefore, a new species name, Erysiphe eschscholziae, is proposed. The taxonomic position of the Pseudoidium anamorphs infecting Glaucium flavum, Meconopsis cambrica, Papaver dubium, and Stylophorum diphyllum remain unclear. This study revealed that Erysiphe macleayae exhibits a specific host range different from that of E. cruciferarum, the common pathogen of papaveraceous hosts. Although E. macleayae occurred naturally on Macleaya cordata, Macleaya microcarpa, M. cambrica, and Chelidonium majus only, our inoculation tests revealed that the fungus was capable of infecting Argemone grandiflora, Glaucium corniculatum, Papaver rhoeas, and Papaver somniferum, indicating that these plant species may also be taken into account as potential hosts. Erysiphe cruciferarum originating from P. somniferum was not able to infect A. grandiflora, C. majus, E. californica, M. cordata, and P. rhoeas. The emergence of E. macleayae on M. microcarpa is reported here for the first time from the Czech Republic and Slovakia. The appearance of chasmothecia of E. macleayae on C. majus in Slovakia was reported, as well. Erysiphe cruciferarum was identified on G. corniculatum and reported here for the first time from Slovakia. |
Zach, P; Kršiak, B; Kulfan, J; Parák, M; Kontschán, J International Journal of Acarology, 42 (4), pp. 212-217, 2016, ISSN: 1945-3892. @article{Zach2016, title = {Mites \textit{Trichouropoda} and \textit{Uroobovella} spp. (Uropodoidea) phoretic on bark beetles (Scolytinae): a comparison from a declining mountain spruce forest in Central Europe}, author = {P. Zach and B. Kršiak and J. Kulfan and M. Parák and J. Kontschán}, url = {http://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/01647954.2016.1154107}, doi = {10.1080/01647954.2016.1154107}, issn = {1945-3892}, year = {2016}, date = {2016-03-03}, journal = {International Journal of Acarology}, volume = {42}, number = {4}, pages = {212-217}, abstract = {Mites of the genera Trichouropoda and Uroobovella are characteristic associates of bark beetles which act as agents of their dispersal in many types of forest ecosystems worldwide. We compared the phoretic assemblages of Trichouropoda and Uroobovella mites on six species of bark beetle associated with Norway spruce (Picea abies (L.) Karsten), namely: Dryocoetes autographus Ratzeburg, Hylastes cunicularius Erichson, Hylurgops palliatus (Gyllenhal), Ips typographus (Linnaeus), Pityogenes chalcographus (Linnaeus) and Polygraphus poligraphus (Linnaeus). Bark beetles were caught at random in non-baited flight-interception traps set in the shrub layer of a declining mountain spruce forest in the Tatra Mountains, West Carpathians, Central Europe. Over four years of a bark beetle outbreak, a total of six species of mites and 12 phoretic associations between mites and beetles were recorded. A newly documented host association includes that of Trichouropoda pecinai Hirschmann & Wiśniewski with H. palliatus. The most frequently recorded mite-beetle associations were: T. pecinai with H. cunicularius, Trichouropoda obscura (Koch) with H. palliatus, Trichouropoda polytricha (Vitzthum) with P. chalcographus and I. typographus and Uroobovella vinicolora (Vitzthum) with D. autographus. The results suggest that most of the recorded mite species have distinct bark beetle dispersants and that niche partitioning in these dispersants may be reflected by the observed mite–host associations.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Mites of the genera Trichouropoda and Uroobovella are characteristic associates of bark beetles which act as agents of their dispersal in many types of forest ecosystems worldwide. We compared the phoretic assemblages of Trichouropoda and Uroobovella mites on six species of bark beetle associated with Norway spruce (Picea abies (L.) Karsten), namely: Dryocoetes autographus Ratzeburg, Hylastes cunicularius Erichson, Hylurgops palliatus (Gyllenhal), Ips typographus (Linnaeus), Pityogenes chalcographus (Linnaeus) and Polygraphus poligraphus (Linnaeus). Bark beetles were caught at random in non-baited flight-interception traps set in the shrub layer of a declining mountain spruce forest in the Tatra Mountains, West Carpathians, Central Europe. Over four years of a bark beetle outbreak, a total of six species of mites and 12 phoretic associations between mites and beetles were recorded. A newly documented host association includes that of Trichouropoda pecinai Hirschmann & Wiśniewski with H. palliatus. The most frequently recorded mite-beetle associations were: T. pecinai with H. cunicularius, Trichouropoda obscura (Koch) with H. palliatus, Trichouropoda polytricha (Vitzthum) with P. chalcographus and I. typographus and Uroobovella vinicolora (Vitzthum) with D. autographus. The results suggest that most of the recorded mite species have distinct bark beetle dispersants and that niche partitioning in these dispersants may be reflected by the observed mite–host associations. |
Barta, M Biology and temperature requirements of the invasive seed bug Leptoglossus occidentalis (Heteroptera: Coreidae) in Europe. Journal Article Journal of Pest Science, 89 (1), pp. 31-44, 2016, ISSN: 1612-4758. @article{Barta2016, title = {Biology and temperature requirements of the invasive seed bug \textit{Leptoglossus occidentalis} (Heteroptera: Coreidae) in Europe.}, author = {M. Barta}, url = {https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10340-015-0673-z}, doi = {10.1007/s10340-015-0673-z}, issn = {1612-4758}, year = {2016}, date = {2016-03-01}, journal = {Journal of Pest Science}, volume = {89}, number = {1}, pages = {31-44}, abstract = {Leptoglossus occidentalis, a species native to North America, has been expanding through European conifer forests. The fast spread across the European continent demonstrates its great invasive potential and poses a threat to conifer seed orchards. To better understand its potential distribution and population growth in infested regions, the temperature-dependent development in laboratory as well as life history, phenology, and winter survival were investigated in southern Slovakia during 2009-2011. The lower temperature thresholds to complete embryonic and postembryonic development estimated with the linear model were 13.38 and 14.37 degrees C, respectively. The number of degree-days required for completion of development from egg to adult estimated by the linear model was 533 degrees C. Overwintered adults or late nymphal instars became active in mid-March, oviposition was not observed before mid-April, and nymphs passing through five stages reached adulthood after mid-July. Individual females laid on average 31 eggs (max 78). The second generation started in August but did not complete its development till winter, although part of the 5th instar nymphs did survive until spring. Using temperature data of 41 localities across Europe and cumulative degree-days for complete life cycle, a prediction of the potential number of generations per year was made. In conditions of southern Slovakia L. occidentalis was univoltine, but up to four generations per year were estimated depending on the locality in Europe.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Leptoglossus occidentalis, a species native to North America, has been expanding through European conifer forests. The fast spread across the European continent demonstrates its great invasive potential and poses a threat to conifer seed orchards. To better understand its potential distribution and population growth in infested regions, the temperature-dependent development in laboratory as well as life history, phenology, and winter survival were investigated in southern Slovakia during 2009-2011. The lower temperature thresholds to complete embryonic and postembryonic development estimated with the linear model were 13.38 and 14.37 degrees C, respectively. The number of degree-days required for completion of development from egg to adult estimated by the linear model was 533 degrees C. Overwintered adults or late nymphal instars became active in mid-March, oviposition was not observed before mid-April, and nymphs passing through five stages reached adulthood after mid-July. Individual females laid on average 31 eggs (max 78). The second generation started in August but did not complete its development till winter, although part of the 5th instar nymphs did survive until spring. Using temperature data of 41 localities across Europe and cumulative degree-days for complete life cycle, a prediction of the potential number of generations per year was made. In conditions of southern Slovakia L. occidentalis was univoltine, but up to four generations per year were estimated depending on the locality in Europe. |
Zúbrik, M; Hajek, A; Pilarska, D; Špilda, I; Georgiev, G; Hrašovec, B; Hirka, A; Goertz, D; Hoch, G; Barta, M; Saniga, M; Kunca, A; Nikolov, C; Vakula, J; Galko, J; Pilarski, P; Csóka, G The potential for Entomophaga maimaiga to regulate gypsy moth Lymantria dispar (L.) (Lepidoptera; Erebidae) in Europe Journal Article Journal of Applied Entomology, 140 (8), pp. 565–579, 2016, ISSN: 1439-0418. @article{Zúbrik2016, title = {The potential for \textit{Entomophaga maimaiga} to regulate gypsy moth \textit{Lymantria dispar} (L.) (Lepidoptera; \textit{Erebidae}) in Europe}, author = {M. Zúbrik and A. Hajek and D. Pilarska and I. Špilda and G. Georgiev and B. Hrašovec and A. Hirka and D. Goertz and G. Hoch and M. Barta and M. Saniga and A. Kunca and C. Nikolov and J. Vakula and J. Galko and P. Pilarski and G. Csóka}, url = {http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/jen.12295/epdf}, doi = {doi:10.1111/jen.12295}, issn = {1439-0418}, year = {2016}, date = {2016-02-13}, journal = {Journal of Applied Entomology}, volume = {140}, number = {8}, pages = {565–579}, abstract = {Gypsy moth, Lymantria dispar L., is one of the most important pests of deciduous trees in Europe. In regular cycles, it causes large-scale defoliation mostly of oak, Quercus spp., forests. Government authorities in the most infested countries in Europe conduct large-scale applications of pesticides against gypsy moth. In 1999, a new natural enemy, the entomopathogenic fungus Entomophaga maimaiga, was successfully introduced into a gypsy moth population in Bulgaria. Recent investigations suggest that now E. maimaiga is quickly spreading in Europe. Herein, past studies are reviewed regarding this fungus with special emphasis on its potential for becoming an important factor regulating gypsy moth populations in Europe, focusing on the host's population dynamics in relation to the fungus, the influence of environmental conditions on fungal activity, the influence of E. maimaiga on the native entomofauna, including other gypsy moth natural enemies, and spread of the fungus. Based on this analysis, the potential of E. maimaiga for providing control in European gypsy moth populations is estimated.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Gypsy moth, Lymantria dispar L., is one of the most important pests of deciduous trees in Europe. In regular cycles, it causes large-scale defoliation mostly of oak, Quercus spp., forests. Government authorities in the most infested countries in Europe conduct large-scale applications of pesticides against gypsy moth. In 1999, a new natural enemy, the entomopathogenic fungus Entomophaga maimaiga, was successfully introduced into a gypsy moth population in Bulgaria. Recent investigations suggest that now E. maimaiga is quickly spreading in Europe. Herein, past studies are reviewed regarding this fungus with special emphasis on its potential for becoming an important factor regulating gypsy moth populations in Europe, focusing on the host's population dynamics in relation to the fungus, the influence of environmental conditions on fungal activity, the influence of E. maimaiga on the native entomofauna, including other gypsy moth natural enemies, and spread of the fungus. Based on this analysis, the potential of E. maimaiga for providing control in European gypsy moth populations is estimated. |
Horemans, J A; Bosela, M; Dobor, L; Barna, M; Bahyl, J; Deckmyn, G; Fabrika, M; Sedmak, R; Ceulemans, R Variance decomposition of prediction of stem biomass increment for European beech: Contribution of selected sources of uncertainty. Journal Article Forest Ecology and Management, 361 , pp. 46–55, 2016, ISSN: 0378-1127. @article{HOREMANS2016, title = {Variance decomposition of prediction of stem biomass increment for European beech: Contribution of selected sources of uncertainty. }, author = {J.A. Horemans and M. Bosela and L. Dobor and M. Barna and J. Bahyl and G. Deckmyn and M. Fabrika and R. Sedmak and R. Ceulemans}, url = {http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0378112715006064}, doi = {10.1016/J.FORECO.2015.10.048}, issn = {0378-1127}, year = {2016}, date = {2016-02-01}, journal = {Forest Ecology and Management}, volume = {361}, pages = {46–55}, abstract = {The contribution of selected sources of uncertainty to the total variance of model simulation results of stem biomass increment – calculated from annual stem biomass predictions – of European beech (Fagus sylvatica L.) was quantified. Sources of uncertainty were defined as the selected variables that influence the total variance of the model results. Simulations were made: (i) for ten regional climate models (RCMs) based on the IPCC scenario A1B and providing an ensemble of climate projections up to 2100; (ii) with two forest model types (FMTYPEs); (iii) for four forest management intensities (MANFORs); and (iv) for three time windows (TIMEWINDs), each spanning 15 years, starting in 2019, in 2049 and in 2079. Both models, the empirical SIBYLA model and the process-based ANAFORE model, were calibrated using experimental tree growth data from four plots in central Slovakia between 1989 and 2003. Three of these plots, representing the four MANFORs, were subject to different prior intensities of thinning while one was left untouched as a control. The FMTYPE explained most of the total variance in the simulation results (39.9%), followed by MANFOR (i.e. thinning intensity; 22.2%) and TIMEWIND (12.0%), while the effect of RCMs on model uncertainty was limited (<1%). Stem biomass increment results obtained from the two FMTYPES were different in absolute terms, but the models agreed well in their relative response to RCM, to MANFOR and to TIMEWIND. The total variance of the predictions was 10 times higher for the process-based model (ANAFORE) than for the empirical model (SIBYLA). These observations are the reason for the large contribution of FMTYPE to the total variance of the simulated stem biomass increment results.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } The contribution of selected sources of uncertainty to the total variance of model simulation results of stem biomass increment – calculated from annual stem biomass predictions – of European beech (Fagus sylvatica L.) was quantified. Sources of uncertainty were defined as the selected variables that influence the total variance of the model results. Simulations were made: (i) for ten regional climate models (RCMs) based on the IPCC scenario A1B and providing an ensemble of climate projections up to 2100; (ii) with two forest model types (FMTYPEs); (iii) for four forest management intensities (MANFORs); and (iv) for three time windows (TIMEWINDs), each spanning 15 years, starting in 2019, in 2049 and in 2079. Both models, the empirical SIBYLA model and the process-based ANAFORE model, were calibrated using experimental tree growth data from four plots in central Slovakia between 1989 and 2003. Three of these plots, representing the four MANFORs, were subject to different prior intensities of thinning while one was left untouched as a control. The FMTYPE explained most of the total variance in the simulation results (39.9%), followed by MANFOR (i.e. thinning intensity; 22.2%) and TIMEWIND (12.0%), while the effect of RCMs on model uncertainty was limited (<1%). Stem biomass increment results obtained from the two FMTYPES were different in absolute terms, but the models agreed well in their relative response to RCM, to MANFOR and to TIMEWIND. The total variance of the predictions was 10 times higher for the process-based model (ANAFORE) than for the empirical model (SIBYLA). These observations are the reason for the large contribution of FMTYPE to the total variance of the simulated stem biomass increment results. |
Kulfan, J; Dvořáčková, K; Zach, P; Parák, M; Svitok, M Distribution of Lepidopteran Larvae on Norway Spruce: Effects of Slope and Crown Aspect Journal Article Environmental Entomology, 45 (2), pp. 436-445, 2016. @article{Kulfan2016, title = {Distribution of Lepidopteran Larvae on Norway Spruce: Effects of Slope and Crown Aspect}, author = {J. Kulfan and K. Dvořáčková and P. Zach and M. Parák and M. Svitok}, url = {https://academic.oup.com/ee/article-abstract/45/2/436/2464918/Distribution-of-Lepidopteran-Larvae-on-Norway?redirectedFrom=fulltext}, doi = {doi.org/10.1093/ee/nvv221}, year = {2016}, date = {2016-01-21}, journal = {Environmental Entomology}, volume = {45}, number = {2}, pages = {436-445}, abstract = {Lepidoptera associated with Norway spruce, Picea abies (L.) Karsten, play important roles in ecosystem processes, acting as plant pests, prey for predators, and hosts for parasites and parasitoids. Their distribution patterns in spruce crowns and forests are only poorly understood. We examined how slope and crown aspect affect the occurrence and abundance of moth larvae on solitary spruce trees in a montane region in Central Europe. Moth larvae were collected from southern and northern crowns of trees growing on south- and north-facing slopes (four treatments) using emergence boxes at the end of winter and by the beating method during the growing season. Species responses to slope and crown aspect were not uniform. Treatment effects on moth larvae were stronger in the winter than during the growing season. In winter, the abundance of bud-boring larvae was significantly higher in northern than in southern crowns regardless of the slope aspect, while both slope and aspect had marginally significant effects on abundance of miners. During the growing season, the occurrence of free-living larvae was similar among treatments. Emergence boxes and beating spruce branches are complementary techniques providing valuable insights into the assemblage structure of moth larvae on Norway spruce. Due to the uneven distribution of larvae detected in this study, we recommend adoption of a protocol that explicitly includes sampling of trees from contrasting slopes and branches from contrasting crown aspect in all seasons.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Lepidoptera associated with Norway spruce, Picea abies (L.) Karsten, play important roles in ecosystem processes, acting as plant pests, prey for predators, and hosts for parasites and parasitoids. Their distribution patterns in spruce crowns and forests are only poorly understood. We examined how slope and crown aspect affect the occurrence and abundance of moth larvae on solitary spruce trees in a montane region in Central Europe. Moth larvae were collected from southern and northern crowns of trees growing on south- and north-facing slopes (four treatments) using emergence boxes at the end of winter and by the beating method during the growing season. Species responses to slope and crown aspect were not uniform. Treatment effects on moth larvae were stronger in the winter than during the growing season. In winter, the abundance of bud-boring larvae was significantly higher in northern than in southern crowns regardless of the slope aspect, while both slope and aspect had marginally significant effects on abundance of miners. During the growing season, the occurrence of free-living larvae was similar among treatments. Emergence boxes and beating spruce branches are complementary techniques providing valuable insights into the assemblage structure of moth larvae on Norway spruce. Due to the uneven distribution of larvae detected in this study, we recommend adoption of a protocol that explicitly includes sampling of trees from contrasting slopes and branches from contrasting crown aspect in all seasons. |
Kaňuch, P; Naďo, L; Krištín, A A noteworthy record of Rhinolophus hipposideros nursery roost under a road bridge Journal Article Vespertilio, 18 , pp. 163-166, 2016, ISSN: 1213-6123. @article{Kaňuch2016, title = {A noteworthy record of \textit{Rhinolophus hipposideros} nursery roost under a road bridge}, author = {P. Kaňuch and L. Naďo and A. Krištín}, url = {http://www.ceson.org/vespertilio/18/163_166_Kanuch.pdf}, issn = {1213-6123}, year = {2016}, date = {2016-01-01}, journal = {Vespertilio}, volume = {18}, pages = {163-166}, abstract = {In central Europe, roosts under road bridges are reported only rarely for few bat species. Under the concrete road bridge located close to the Hontianske Nemce village (central Slovakia), an abundant (up to 270 females) nursery colony of Rhinolophus hipposideros was found. Using infrared monitors, it was confirmed that the bats occurred in the roost permanently during the whole observed period (May – August 2015) while females gave births there at the end of June. It is the first roost of such type for this species recorded in central Europe and also the biggest colony of R. hipposideros known in the surrounding region.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } In central Europe, roosts under road bridges are reported only rarely for few bat species. Under the concrete road bridge located close to the Hontianske Nemce village (central Slovakia), an abundant (up to 270 females) nursery colony of Rhinolophus hipposideros was found. Using infrared monitors, it was confirmed that the bats occurred in the roost permanently during the whole observed period (May – August 2015) while females gave births there at the end of June. It is the first roost of such type for this species recorded in central Europe and also the biggest colony of R. hipposideros known in the surrounding region. |
Song, G; Zhang, R; Qu, Y; Wang, Z; Dong, L; Krištín, A; Alstrӧm, P; Ericson, P G P; Lambert, D M; Fjeldsa, J; Lei, Fu-Min Journal of Biogeography, 43 (11), pp. 2099-2112, 2016, ISSN: 1365-2699. @article{SONG2016, title = {A zoogeographical boundary between the Palaearctic and Sino-Japanese realms documentated by consistent north/south phylogeographical divergences in three woodland birds in eastern China}, author = {G. Song and R. Zhang and Y. Qu and Z. Wang and L. Dong and A. Krištín and P. Alstrӧm and P.G.P. Ericson and D.M. Lambert and J. Fjeldsa and Fu-Min Lei}, url = {http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/jbi.12758/full}, doi = {10.1111/jbi.12758}, issn = {1365-2699}, year = {2016}, date = {2016-01-01}, journal = {Journal of Biogeography}, volume = {43}, number = {11}, pages = {2099-2112}, abstract = {The location of zoogeographical boundaries in eastern China has long been the subject of debate. To identify any north/south genetic divergence between the Palaearctic and Sino-Japanese realms proposed by previous studies, we conducted a comparative phylogeographical study involving three passerine species with wide latitudinal distributions in eastern China.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } The location of zoogeographical boundaries in eastern China has long been the subject of debate. To identify any north/south genetic divergence between the Palaearctic and Sino-Japanese realms proposed by previous studies, we conducted a comparative phylogeographical study involving three passerine species with wide latitudinal distributions in eastern China. |
Štofík, J; Merganič, J; Merganičová, K; Bučko, J; Saniga, M Brown bear winter feeding ecology in the area with supplementary feeding – Eastern Carpathians (Slovakia) Journal Article Polish Journal of Ecology, 64 (2), pp. 277-288, 2016, ISSN: 1505-2249 . @article{Štofík2016, title = {Brown bear winter feeding ecology in the area with supplementary feeding – Eastern Carpathians (Slovakia)}, author = {J. Štofík and J. Merganič and K. Merganičová and J. Bučko and M. Saniga}, url = {http://www.bioone.org/doi/abs/10.3161/15052249PJE2016.64.2.011}, doi = {https://doi.org/10.3161/15052249PJE2016.64.2.011}, issn = {1505-2249 }, year = {2016}, date = {2016-01-01}, journal = {Polish Journal of Ecology}, volume = {64}, number = {2}, pages = {277-288}, abstract = {We performed snow tracking of brown bear (Ursus arctos) in the area of the Eastern Carpathians affected by supplementary feeding during the winter periods from 2007 to 2013. On each snow track we recorded all food habits and collected all scats. From these data we calculated occurrence frequency of food habits on snow tracks, occurrence frequency, volumetric proportion and energy values of food items in scats. We revealed that: i) the most frequent food source on snow tracks was corn from supplementary feeding places for ungulates (FOST = 64%); ii) crops for ungulates was the most important food group found in scat samples of bears (EDEC = 61%, EDECST = 53%); iii) the analysis of the inter-seasonal (late autumn, winter and early spring) changes in winter bear diet based on scat analyses revealed decreasing importance of hard mast and fruit, and increasing importance of invertebrates, herbs and wood biomass and crops for ungulates from autumn to spring; iv) bears searched for food at lower elevations in comparison to the location of their beds which are situated at higher elevations. Winter bear activity and bear diet was affected by supplementary feeding for ungulates.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } We performed snow tracking of brown bear (Ursus arctos) in the area of the Eastern Carpathians affected by supplementary feeding during the winter periods from 2007 to 2013. On each snow track we recorded all food habits and collected all scats. From these data we calculated occurrence frequency of food habits on snow tracks, occurrence frequency, volumetric proportion and energy values of food items in scats. We revealed that: i) the most frequent food source on snow tracks was corn from supplementary feeding places for ungulates (FOST = 64%); ii) crops for ungulates was the most important food group found in scat samples of bears (EDEC = 61%, EDECST = 53%); iii) the analysis of the inter-seasonal (late autumn, winter and early spring) changes in winter bear diet based on scat analyses revealed decreasing importance of hard mast and fruit, and increasing importance of invertebrates, herbs and wood biomass and crops for ungulates from autumn to spring; iv) bears searched for food at lower elevations in comparison to the location of their beds which are situated at higher elevations. Winter bear activity and bear diet was affected by supplementary feeding for ungulates. |
Kuklová, M; Kukla, J; Gašová, K Chromium and nickel accumulation by plants along an altitudinal gradient in Western Carpathian secondary spruce stands Journal Article Polish Journal of Environmental Studies, 25 (4), pp. 1563-1572, 2016, ISSN: 1230-1485. @article{Kuklová2016, title = {Chromium and nickel accumulation by plants along an altitudinal gradient in Western Carpathian secondary spruce stands}, author = {M. Kuklová and J. Kukla and K. Gašová}, url = {http://www.pjoes.com/pdf/25.4/Pol.J.Environ.Stud.Vol.25.No.4.1563-1572.pdf}, issn = {1230-1485}, year = {2016}, date = {2016-01-01}, journal = {Polish Journal of Environmental Studies}, volume = {25}, number = {4}, pages = {1563-1572}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } |
Ivanová, H Comparison of fungal endophytes Pestalotia funerea and Truncatella hartigii isolated from some species of genus Pinus in morphological characteristics of conidia and appendages Journal Article Journal of Forest Science, 62 (6), pp. 279-284, 2016. @article{Ivanová2016b, title = {Comparison of fungal endophytes Pestalotia funerea and Truncatella hartigii isolated from some species of genus Pinus in morphological characteristics of conidia and appendages}, author = {H. Ivanová}, year = {2016}, date = {2016-01-01}, journal = {Journal of Forest Science}, volume = {62}, number = {6}, pages = {279-284}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } |
Ivanová, H; Pristaš, P; Ondrušková, E Comparison of two Coniochaeta species (C. ligniaria and C. malacotricha) with a new pathogen of black pine needles - Sordaria macrospora Journal Article Plant Protection Science, 52 (1), pp. 18-25, 2016. @article{Ivanová2016, title = {Comparison of two Coniochaeta species (C. ligniaria and C. malacotricha) with a new pathogen of black pine needles - Sordaria macrospora}, author = {H. Ivanová and P. Pristaš and E. Ondrušková}, year = {2016}, date = {2016-01-01}, journal = {Plant Protection Science}, volume = {52}, number = {1}, pages = {18-25}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } |
Bolte, A; Czajkowski, T; Cocozza, C; Tognetti, R; De_Miguel, M; Pšídová, E; Ditmarová, Ľ; Dinca, L; Dlezon, S; Cochard, H; Ræbild, A; De_Luis, M; Cvjetkovic, B; Heiri, C; Müller, J Desiccation and Mortality Dynamics in Seedlings of Different European Beech (Fagus sylvatica L.) Populations under Extreme Drought Conditions Journal Article Front. Plant Sci., 7 (751), 2016. @article{Bolte2016, title = {Desiccation and Mortality Dynamics in Seedlings of Different European Beech (Fagus sylvatica L.) Populations under Extreme Drought Conditions}, author = {A. Bolte and T. Czajkowski and C. Cocozza and R. Tognetti and M. De_Miguel and E. Pšídová and Ľ. Ditmarová and L. Dinca and S. Dlezon and H. Cochard and A. Ræbild and M. De_Luis and B. Cvjetkovic and C. Heiri and J. Müller}, doi = {10.3389/fpls.2016.00751}, year = {2016}, date = {2016-01-01}, journal = {Front. Plant Sci.}, volume = {7}, number = {751}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } |
Mihál, I; Ľuptáková, E Drevokazné makromycéty v smrekových monokultúrach na bývalých nelesných pôdach lokality Vrch Dobroč v minulosti – 1. etapa výskumu Inproceedings Hlaváč, M; Vidholcová, Z (Ed.): Ochrana drevín a dreva 2016, pp. 41-48, TU Zvolen, 2016. @inproceedings{Mihál2016b, title = {Drevokazné makromycéty v smrekových monokultúrach na bývalých nelesných pôdach lokality Vrch Dobroč v minulosti – 1. etapa výskumu}, author = {I. Mihál and E. Ľuptáková}, editor = {M. Hlaváč and Z. Vidholcová}, year = {2016}, date = {2016-01-01}, booktitle = {Ochrana drevín a dreva 2016}, pages = {41-48}, publisher = {TU Zvolen}, abstract = {Total 60 wood-destroying macromycetes species has been determined in the spruce monocultures growing on former non-forest lands. Total 8 lignoparasitic species (Armillaria ostoyae, Fomitopsis pinicola, Heterobasidion annosum, Neonectria fuckeliana, Schizophyllum commune, Stereum sanguinolentum, Trichaptum abietinum and Verticillium sp.) and other 52 lignicolous saprotrophic species were identified. From 21 to 29 species of wood-destroying fungi occurred on six research plots. The highest values of frequency of wood-destroying fungi were obtained in the oldest age stands, where there is sufficient of wood substrate and various kinds of wooddestroying fungi there occurred regularly. On the contrary, in the age of the youngest stands where the wood substrate not present in sufficient quantities, the wood-destroying species do not occur often. Among the most dominant fungi we can be included Calocera viscosa, Dacrymyces stillatus and Hypholoma fasciculare. The rot of spruce in the first 14 years of the crop development was almost negligible, while in the 23 year old stands amounted rot to 28 %. The most dangerous agents of rot Armillaria ostoyae and Heterobasidion annosum started its fructification for the first time in 33 years spruce stands.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {inproceedings} } Total 60 wood-destroying macromycetes species has been determined in the spruce monocultures growing on former non-forest lands. Total 8 lignoparasitic species (Armillaria ostoyae, Fomitopsis pinicola, Heterobasidion annosum, Neonectria fuckeliana, Schizophyllum commune, Stereum sanguinolentum, Trichaptum abietinum and Verticillium sp.) and other 52 lignicolous saprotrophic species were identified. From 21 to 29 species of wood-destroying fungi occurred on six research plots. The highest values of frequency of wood-destroying fungi were obtained in the oldest age stands, where there is sufficient of wood substrate and various kinds of wooddestroying fungi there occurred regularly. On the contrary, in the age of the youngest stands where the wood substrate not present in sufficient quantities, the wood-destroying species do not occur often. Among the most dominant fungi we can be included Calocera viscosa, Dacrymyces stillatus and Hypholoma fasciculare. The rot of spruce in the first 14 years of the crop development was almost negligible, while in the 23 year old stands amounted rot to 28 %. The most dangerous agents of rot Armillaria ostoyae and Heterobasidion annosum started its fructification for the first time in 33 years spruce stands. |
Hniličková, H; Kuklová, M; Hnilička, F; Kukla, J Effect of altitude and age of stands on physiological response of three dominant plants in forests of the Western Carpathians Journal Article Plant, Soil and Environment, 62 (8), pp. 341-347, 2016, ISSN: 1214-1178. @article{Hniličková2016, title = {Effect of altitude and age of stands on physiological response of three dominant plants in forests of the Western Carpathians}, author = {H. Hniličková and M. Kuklová and F. Hnilička and J. Kukla}, url = {http://www.agriculturejournals.cz/publicFiles/191831.pdf}, issn = {1214-1178}, year = {2016}, date = {2016-01-01}, journal = {Plant, Soil and Environment}, volume = {62}, number = {8}, pages = {341-347}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } |
Ivanová, H; Hrehová, Ľ; Pristaš, P First confirmed report on Fusarium sporotrichioides on Pinus ponderosa var. jeffreyi in Slovakia Journal Article Plant Protection Science, 52 (4), pp. 250-253, 2016. @article{Ivanová2016b, title = {First confirmed report on Fusarium sporotrichioides on Pinus ponderosa var. jeffreyi in Slovakia}, author = {H. Ivanová and Ľ. Hrehová and P. Pristaš}, year = {2016}, date = {2016-01-01}, journal = {Plant Protection Science}, volume = {52}, number = {4}, pages = {250-253}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } |
Maxinová, E; Kipson, M; Naďo, L; Hradická, P; Uhrin, M Foraging strategy of Kuhl's pipistrelle at the northern edge of the species distribution Journal Article Acta Chiropterologica, 18 (1), pp. 215-222, 2016, ISSN: 1508-1109. @article{Maxinová2016, title = {Foraging strategy of Kuhl's pipistrelle at the northern edge of the species distribution}, author = {E. Maxinová and M. Kipson and L. Naďo and P. Hradická and M. Uhrin}, url = {http://www.bioone.org/doi/abs/10.3161/15081109ACC2016.18.1.012}, doi = {https://doi.org/10.3161/15081109ACC2016.18.1.012}, issn = {1508-1109}, year = {2016}, date = {2016-01-01}, journal = {Acta Chiropterologica}, volume = {18}, number = {1}, pages = {215-222}, abstract = {Rapid range expansion of Kuhl’s pipistrelle (Pipistrellus kuhlii) has been observed throughout Europe, and in addition to its natural habitats of temperate grasslands and agricultural areas, the species is common in city centres, where it roosts in human-made structures. It has been suggested that the flexibility of this species in regard to different human-induced changes, such as climate change and urbanization, is responsible for the apparent range shift. Although P. kuhlii exhibits one of the highest degrees of synanthropy among bat species in Europe, its ecology has thus far not been thoroughly studied. This study aims to describe its foraging and roosting selection in Central Europe (eastern Slovakia), where the northernmost maternity colony of P. kuhlii roosts in human settlements. Radio-tracking was conducted during the pre-parturition and post-lactation periods. We identified six artificial roosts within the study area that were interlinked, with bats switching between them. Ten individuals were used for modelling foraging-habitat utilization, which revealed that bats were highly selective. The only habitat type that bats clearly preferred, regardless of season, was an urban illuminated area close to a river. Only slight avoidance — of open areas — was observed during the pre-parturition period.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Rapid range expansion of Kuhl’s pipistrelle (Pipistrellus kuhlii) has been observed throughout Europe, and in addition to its natural habitats of temperate grasslands and agricultural areas, the species is common in city centres, where it roosts in human-made structures. It has been suggested that the flexibility of this species in regard to different human-induced changes, such as climate change and urbanization, is responsible for the apparent range shift. Although P. kuhlii exhibits one of the highest degrees of synanthropy among bat species in Europe, its ecology has thus far not been thoroughly studied. This study aims to describe its foraging and roosting selection in Central Europe (eastern Slovakia), where the northernmost maternity colony of P. kuhlii roosts in human settlements. Radio-tracking was conducted during the pre-parturition and post-lactation periods. We identified six artificial roosts within the study area that were interlinked, with bats switching between them. Ten individuals were used for modelling foraging-habitat utilization, which revealed that bats were highly selective. The only habitat type that bats clearly preferred, regardless of season, was an urban illuminated area close to a river. Only slight avoidance — of open areas — was observed during the pre-parturition period. |
Mihál, I; Gáper, J; Ľuptáková, E História a perspektívy mykologického výskumu na lokalite Vrch Dobroč Journal Article Sprav. Slov. Mykol. Spol., 44 , pp. 7-16, 2016. @article{Mihál2016b, title = {História a perspektívy mykologického výskumu na lokalite Vrch Dobroč}, author = {I. Mihál and J. Gáper and E. Ľuptáková}, year = {2016}, date = {2016-01-01}, journal = {Sprav. Slov. Mykol. Spol.}, volume = {44}, pages = {7-16}, abstract = {Viacerí, najmä starší členovia dnešnej Slovenskej mykologickej spoločnosti pri SAV si ešte spomenú na rok 1989, kedy sa členovia vtedajšej pracovnej skupiny Základnej organizácie č. 10 Slovenského zväzu ochrancov prírody a krajiny v Bratislave (od roku 1993 Spolok slovenských mykológov, resp. Spoločnosť slovenských mykológov) rozhodli založiť sériu mykologických trvalých výskumných plôch (TVP) v smrekových monokultúrach, rastúcich na bývalej nelesnej pôde na lokalite Vrch Dobroč. Idea dlhodobého monitoringu dynamiky mykocenóz v rôznovekých porastoch pochádza od RNDr. Pavla Lizoňa, PhD., vtedajšieho pracovníka Slovenského národného múzea v Bratislave, dnes pracovníka Botanického ústavu SAV v Bratislave. Pre praktickú realizáciu tejto myšlienky Prof. Ing. Jozef Kodrík, CSc., profesor vtedajšej Vysokej školy lesníckej a drevárskej (dnes Technickej univerzity vo Zvolene), navrhol lokalitu Vrch Dobroč. Spolu s ďalšími poprednými slovenskými mykológmi, Prof. RNDr. Dušanom Mlynarčíkom, DrSc., MUDr. Miloslavom Procházkom, Ing. Vincentom Kabátom, Ing. Pavlom Škublom, CSc., Ľudovítom Varjú, Prof. RNDr. Jánom Gáperom, CSc., na jar v r. 1989 priamo v smrekových porastoch lokality Vrch Dobroč založili štyri TVP o výmere 1250 m2 v porastoch rôzneho veku (TVP A a TVP B v 24-ročných porastoch, TVP C v 7-ročnom poraste a TVP D v 2-ročnej sadenicovej kultúre smreka). Od r. 1989 uvedení mykológovia a niektorí ďalší pracovníci na týchto plochách uskutočnili viacero mykologických exkurzií. Mykofloristický a mykocenologický výskum na mykologických TVP na lokalite Vrch Dobroč bol hlavným cieľom aj kandidátskej dizertačnej práce RNDr. Ivana Mihála, CSc., ktorý na problematike sukcesie a produkcie makromycétov na lokalite Vrch Dobroč intenzívne pracoval v rokoch 1992 až 1994. V ďalších rokoch (1996 až 1999 a v rokoch 2001 a 2003) tento autor na TVP uskutočňoval mykologický výskum spravidla len počas jesenných mesiacov (Mihál 1995, 2002, 2005). Mykologická problematika na lokalite Vrch Dobroč bola predmetom skúmania aj iných autorov, napr. doktorandov z TU Zvolen (Kunca 1997, Kocúrová 1996, 1997, Molnárová 2000 – pozri Gáper, Molnárová 2000 a Šurjanská 2000 – pozri Gáper, Šurjanská 2000). Treba však zdôrazniť, že počas zimy 1993/1994 porasty na lokalite Vrch Dobroč zasiahla silná snehová a vetrová víchrica, čo malo za následok rozsiahlu kalamitu, ktorá postihla aj mykologické TVP (čiastočný rozvrat porastu na TVP A a úplné zničenie porastu na TVP B). Ako náhrada za TVP A a B boli vo vekovo rovnakých porastoch v októbri 1994 vybrané TVP E a TVP F. V ďalších rokoch pokračoval na celej lokalite postupný rozvrat porastov, čo viedlo k sanačným opatreniam lesníckej praxe a po roku 2007 boli zlikvidované porasty aj na TVP C, E a F. Od roku 1989 do roku 2006 je z lokality VDO Vrch Dobroč (priamo z mykologických TVP ako aj mimo výmery TVP) doposiaľ známych 222 druhov makromycétov, ktoré prináležia do 104 rodov. Početnosť determinovaných druhov makromycétov na jednotlivých TVP počas nášho výskumu (od roku 1989 do roku 2003), bola viac-menej rovnaká. Vo veľkej väčšine išlo o bežné a typické druhy pre smrekové porasty. Medzi vzácnejšie nálezy z porastov VDO Vrch Dobroč môžeme zaradiť druhy Anthracobia macrocystis (Cooke) Boud. [podľa Škublu (Škubla 2003) ôsma lokalita na Slovensku], Entoloma lucidum (P. D. Orton) M. M. Moser [podľa Kuncu (Kunca 1996) prvá lokalita na Slovensku], Omphalina scyphiformis (Fr.) Quél. [podľa Škublu (Škubla 2003) druhá lokalita na Slovensku], Stropharia albonitens (Fr.) Quél. [podľa Škublu (Škubla 2003) štvrtá lokalita na Slovensku]. Celkové percentuálne zastúpenie parazitických a saprotrofných lignikolných druhov makromycétov (32,7%), saprotrofných humikolných, karbonikolných a koprofilných druhov (39,2%) a ektomykoríznych - symbiotických druhov makromycétov (28,1%) napovedá, že z ekofyziologického hľadiska môžeme mykocenózu smrekových monokultúr v porastoch TVP charakterizovať ako prevažne saprotrofnú s významným zastúpením ektomykoríznych symbiontov a nízkym zastúpením lignikolných parazitov. Okrem druhovej diverzity bola na mykologických TVP zaznamenávaná aj abundancia plodníc, t.j. početnosť vytvorených epigeických plodníc determinovaných druhov makromycétov na každej TVP. Zo získaných hodnôt abundancie bola následne vypočítaná produkcia biomasy plodníc makromycétov (pomocou hmotnosti priemernej plodnice daného druhu huby). U každého determinovaného druhu bola zaznamenávaná aj distribúcia plodníc, t.j. početnosť miest nálezu plodníc druhu na TVP. Počas výskumu hodnoty abundancie a distribúcie plodníc kolísali tak na jednotlivých TVP ako aj počas jednotlivých rokov hodnotenia, čo môžeme pripísať celkovým klimaticko-ekologickým podmienkam počas jednotlivých rokov (mykologicky chudobné roky 1993, 1997, resp. klimaticky vhodné, mykologicky bohaté roky 1996, 1998, 2001), ako aj pôdnym a humifikačným procesom a klimaticko-ekologickým pomerom, ktoré úzko súvisia aj s vekom porastov. Hodnoty dominancie druhov určovali sukcesný trend makromycétov od najmladších porastov po najstaršie porasty na jednotlivých TVP počas celej doby výskumu. Na TVP A a B boli stálymi dominantami druhy Hygrophorus pustulatus (Pers.) Fr. a Lycoperdon umbrinum Pers., na TVP D sú to druhy Laccaria laccata agg. a Cortinarius cinnamomeus (L.) Fr. V poraste TVP C sa ku konci doby výskumu začali ako dominantné makromycéty uplatňovať najmä druhy rodu Mycena, za účasti stálych dominantov Gymnopus perforans (Hoffm.) Antonín & Noordel., Clitocybe metachroa (Fr.) P. Kumm. alebo Lycoperdon umbrinum. K týmto druhom môžeme priradiť aj ďalšie druhy, ktoré sa v procese sukcesie zaradili do skupiny dominantných makromycétov. Na TVP D sú to druhy Thelephora terrestris Ehrh., Amanita muscaria (L.) Lam. a druhy rodu Mycena. Na TVP C druhy Amanita muscaria, Heyderia abietis (Fr.) Link a Mycena pura (Pers.) P. Kumm. V prípade TVP A a B možno uviesť druhy Gymnopus perforans, Clitocybe metachroa, Paralepista flaccida (Sowerby) Vizzini a Laccaria laccata agg. Do veľkej miery to korešponduje s výsledkami Gápera (Gáper 1992), ktorý v súvislosti s vekom porastu zistil nasledovné sukcesné tendencie: a) druhové spektrum narastá - najmä v rodoch Amanita, Clitocybe, Collybia a Cortinarius, b) druhové spektrum najprv rastie, potom klesá - najmä v rodoch Hebeloma a Marasmius, c) druhové spektrum sa s vekom porastu nemení - najmä v rodoch Chalciporus a Laccaria. Tu treba pripomenúť, že rod Hebeloma sa evidentne najviac vyskytoval na TVP C a iba v malej abundancii na TVP D. Za celú dobu výskumu (1993 až 2003) sme najvyššie hodnoty produkcie biomasy plodníc zaznamenali u druhov Amanita muscaria (1572,2 kg.ha-1 čerstvej hmotnosti plodníc), Lactarius deterrimus Gröger (389,6), Paralepista flaccida (316,4), Lycoperdon umbrinum (305,5), Mycena alcalina agg. (303,2) a Hypholoma fasciculare (Huds.) P. Kumm. (241,7). Najvyššie hodnoty produkcie boli zaznamenané na TVP C (3418,46 kg.ha-1 čerstvej hmotnosti plodníc) a najmenej na TVP B (136,16 kg.ha-1). Je to dané najmä tým, že TVP C predstavovala kompaktný mladý smrekový porast, kde pravidelne a vo veľkej abundancii fruktifikovalo mnoho najmä ektomykoríznych druhov makromycétov, pričom na TVP B boli abundančné a následne aj produkčné hodnoty plodníc všetkých druhov makromycétov veľmi nízke vďaka snehovej a veternej kalamite, ktorá TVP B prakticky zlikvidovala. Nižšie hodnoty produkcie sme z tohto dôvodu zistili aj na TVP A. Perspektívy ďalšieho výskumu Monitoring mykocenóz v rôznovekých smrekových porastoch na VDO Vrch Dobroč bude naisto pokračovať aj počas rokov 2016 až 2019 v rámci doktorandského štúdia a napĺňania cieľov vedeckého projektu VEGA. V máji 2016 boli v rôznovekých smrekových porastoch založené série nových mykologických TVP (A1, A2, A3 – plochy v 15 až 20-ročných porastoch, B1, B2, B3 – plochy v 25 až 30-ročných porastoch a C1, C2, C3 – plochy v 45 až 50-ročných porastoch). Na uvedených nových TVP sa pre najbližšie obdobie v rámci výskumu plánuje pokračovať v hodnotení dynamiky druhovej diverzity makromycétov a vybraných mykocenologických faktorov (abundancia a distribúcia plodníc, dominancia a sukcesia druhov, ekotrofia, produkcia biomasy plodníc). Zároveň sa bude venovať väčšia pozornosť hodnoteniu abiotických faktorov skúmaného prostredia (merania pôdnej vlhkosti, pH, stanovenie štruktúry a zrnitosti pôdy, obsahu biogénnych prvkov, pomeru C/N, množstvo humusu, atď.). Získaná charakteristika pedobiologických a pedochemických pomerov obohatí faktografiu abiotických a biotických pomerov výskumných plôch. Plánuje sa zhodnotiť zdravotný stav smrekových porastov (žltnutie a defoliácia asimilačných orgánov metodikou ICP – Forest) ako aj úroveň fytopatologického ataku porastov (abio – a biotické poškodenia kmeňov smrekov na výskumných plochách). V rámci autekologických pozorovaní sa plánuje výskum fylogenetickej príbuznosti a taxonomickej validity vybraných rodov a druhov makromycétov pomocou molekulárno-genetických metód, t.j. sekvenčnou analýzou klonov nr DNA (napr. rodov Armillaria s.l., Heterobasidion s.l., Laccaria s.l. a Scutellinia s.l.). Na základe predchádzajúceho výskumu z rokov 1989 až 2003 môžeme do určitej miery formulovať pracovné hypotézy, ktorých overenie bude náplňou budúceho výskumu mykoflóry na predmetnom území. Môžeme predpokladať zvýšenie druhovej diverzity a dominancie saprotrofných makromycétov od vekovo najmladších porastov k najstarším smrekovým porastom na jednotlivých TVP. Predpokladáme nárast produkcie biomasy plodníc makromycétov od vekovo najmladších porastov k najstarším smrekovým porastom na jednotlivých TVP, ako aj zvýšenie druhovej diverzity a dominancie lignikolných (parazitických a saprotrofných) makromycétov od vekovo najmladších porastov k najstarším smrekovým porastom. Nakoniec môžeme predpokladať aj pokles druhovej diverzity a dominancie ektomykoríznych makromycétov od vekovo najmladších porastov po vekovo najstaršie porasty na jednotlivých TVP. [Príspevok je súčasťou grantovej úlohy VEGA č. 1/0362/13.] Mykologické práce týkajúce sa lokality Vrch Dobroč: GÁPER, J. 1992a: Fruktifikácia bazídiových húb smreka na bývalých nelesných pôdach. In: Vliv měnících se podmínek prostředí na produkci lesních dřevin. Sborník, ÚSEB ČSAV Brno, Bílý Kříž, s. 35-38. GÁPER, J. 1992b: Changes in occurrence of mycorrhizal fungi during spruce forest stand development. In: Forest – Wood – Ecology, Proceedings, TU Zvolen, p. 145-150. 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Masaryka 24, 960 01 Zvolen, SR, et Katedra biologie a ekologie, Přírodovědecká fakulta Ostravské univerzity v Ostravě, Chittussiho, 10, 710 00 Ostrava, ČR, e-mail: jan.gaper@osu.cz }, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Viacerí, najmä starší členovia dnešnej Slovenskej mykologickej spoločnosti pri SAV si ešte spomenú na rok 1989, kedy sa členovia vtedajšej pracovnej skupiny Základnej organizácie č. 10 Slovenského zväzu ochrancov prírody a krajiny v Bratislave (od roku 1993 Spolok slovenských mykológov, resp. Spoločnosť slovenských mykológov) rozhodli založiť sériu mykologických trvalých výskumných plôch (TVP) v smrekových monokultúrach, rastúcich na bývalej nelesnej pôde na lokalite Vrch Dobroč. Idea dlhodobého monitoringu dynamiky mykocenóz v rôznovekých porastoch pochádza od RNDr. Pavla Lizoňa, PhD., vtedajšieho pracovníka Slovenského národného múzea v Bratislave, dnes pracovníka Botanického ústavu SAV v Bratislave. Pre praktickú realizáciu tejto myšlienky Prof. Ing. Jozef Kodrík, CSc., profesor vtedajšej Vysokej školy lesníckej a drevárskej (dnes Technickej univerzity vo Zvolene), navrhol lokalitu Vrch Dobroč. Spolu s ďalšími poprednými slovenskými mykológmi, Prof. RNDr. Dušanom Mlynarčíkom, DrSc., MUDr. Miloslavom Procházkom, Ing. Vincentom Kabátom, Ing. Pavlom Škublom, CSc., Ľudovítom Varjú, Prof. RNDr. Jánom Gáperom, CSc., na jar v r. 1989 priamo v smrekových porastoch lokality Vrch Dobroč založili štyri TVP o výmere 1250 m2 v porastoch rôzneho veku (TVP A a TVP B v 24-ročných porastoch, TVP C v 7-ročnom poraste a TVP D v 2-ročnej sadenicovej kultúre smreka). Od r. 1989 uvedení mykológovia a niektorí ďalší pracovníci na týchto plochách uskutočnili viacero mykologických exkurzií. Mykofloristický a mykocenologický výskum na mykologických TVP na lokalite Vrch Dobroč bol hlavným cieľom aj kandidátskej dizertačnej práce RNDr. Ivana Mihála, CSc., ktorý na problematike sukcesie a produkcie makromycétov na lokalite Vrch Dobroč intenzívne pracoval v rokoch 1992 až 1994. V ďalších rokoch (1996 až 1999 a v rokoch 2001 a 2003) tento autor na TVP uskutočňoval mykologický výskum spravidla len počas jesenných mesiacov (Mihál 1995, 2002, 2005). Mykologická problematika na lokalite Vrch Dobroč bola predmetom skúmania aj iných autorov, napr. doktorandov z TU Zvolen (Kunca 1997, Kocúrová 1996, 1997, Molnárová 2000 – pozri Gáper, Molnárová 2000 a Šurjanská 2000 – pozri Gáper, Šurjanská 2000). Treba však zdôrazniť, že počas zimy 1993/1994 porasty na lokalite Vrch Dobroč zasiahla silná snehová a vetrová víchrica, čo malo za následok rozsiahlu kalamitu, ktorá postihla aj mykologické TVP (čiastočný rozvrat porastu na TVP A a úplné zničenie porastu na TVP B). Ako náhrada za TVP A a B boli vo vekovo rovnakých porastoch v októbri 1994 vybrané TVP E a TVP F. V ďalších rokoch pokračoval na celej lokalite postupný rozvrat porastov, čo viedlo k sanačným opatreniam lesníckej praxe a po roku 2007 boli zlikvidované porasty aj na TVP C, E a F. Od roku 1989 do roku 2006 je z lokality VDO Vrch Dobroč (priamo z mykologických TVP ako aj mimo výmery TVP) doposiaľ známych 222 druhov makromycétov, ktoré prináležia do 104 rodov. Početnosť determinovaných druhov makromycétov na jednotlivých TVP počas nášho výskumu (od roku 1989 do roku 2003), bola viac-menej rovnaká. Vo veľkej väčšine išlo o bežné a typické druhy pre smrekové porasty. Medzi vzácnejšie nálezy z porastov VDO Vrch Dobroč môžeme zaradiť druhy Anthracobia macrocystis (Cooke) Boud. [podľa Škublu (Škubla 2003) ôsma lokalita na Slovensku], Entoloma lucidum (P. D. Orton) M. M. Moser [podľa Kuncu (Kunca 1996) prvá lokalita na Slovensku], Omphalina scyphiformis (Fr.) Quél. [podľa Škublu (Škubla 2003) druhá lokalita na Slovensku], Stropharia albonitens (Fr.) Quél. [podľa Škublu (Škubla 2003) štvrtá lokalita na Slovensku]. Celkové percentuálne zastúpenie parazitických a saprotrofných lignikolných druhov makromycétov (32,7%), saprotrofných humikolných, karbonikolných a koprofilných druhov (39,2%) a ektomykoríznych - symbiotických druhov makromycétov (28,1%) napovedá, že z ekofyziologického hľadiska môžeme mykocenózu smrekových monokultúr v porastoch TVP charakterizovať ako prevažne saprotrofnú s významným zastúpením ektomykoríznych symbiontov a nízkym zastúpením lignikolných parazitov. Okrem druhovej diverzity bola na mykologických TVP zaznamenávaná aj abundancia plodníc, t.j. početnosť vytvorených epigeických plodníc determinovaných druhov makromycétov na každej TVP. Zo získaných hodnôt abundancie bola následne vypočítaná produkcia biomasy plodníc makromycétov (pomocou hmotnosti priemernej plodnice daného druhu huby). U každého determinovaného druhu bola zaznamenávaná aj distribúcia plodníc, t.j. početnosť miest nálezu plodníc druhu na TVP. Počas výskumu hodnoty abundancie a distribúcie plodníc kolísali tak na jednotlivých TVP ako aj počas jednotlivých rokov hodnotenia, čo môžeme pripísať celkovým klimaticko-ekologickým podmienkam počas jednotlivých rokov (mykologicky chudobné roky 1993, 1997, resp. klimaticky vhodné, mykologicky bohaté roky 1996, 1998, 2001), ako aj pôdnym a humifikačným procesom a klimaticko-ekologickým pomerom, ktoré úzko súvisia aj s vekom porastov. Hodnoty dominancie druhov určovali sukcesný trend makromycétov od najmladších porastov po najstaršie porasty na jednotlivých TVP počas celej doby výskumu. Na TVP A a B boli stálymi dominantami druhy Hygrophorus pustulatus (Pers.) Fr. a Lycoperdon umbrinum Pers., na TVP D sú to druhy Laccaria laccata agg. a Cortinarius cinnamomeus (L.) Fr. V poraste TVP C sa ku konci doby výskumu začali ako dominantné makromycéty uplatňovať najmä druhy rodu Mycena, za účasti stálych dominantov Gymnopus perforans (Hoffm.) Antonín & Noordel., Clitocybe metachroa (Fr.) P. Kumm. alebo Lycoperdon umbrinum. K týmto druhom môžeme priradiť aj ďalšie druhy, ktoré sa v procese sukcesie zaradili do skupiny dominantných makromycétov. Na TVP D sú to druhy Thelephora terrestris Ehrh., Amanita muscaria (L.) Lam. a druhy rodu Mycena. Na TVP C druhy Amanita muscaria, Heyderia abietis (Fr.) Link a Mycena pura (Pers.) P. Kumm. V prípade TVP A a B možno uviesť druhy Gymnopus perforans, Clitocybe metachroa, Paralepista flaccida (Sowerby) Vizzini a Laccaria laccata agg. Do veľkej miery to korešponduje s výsledkami Gápera (Gáper 1992), ktorý v súvislosti s vekom porastu zistil nasledovné sukcesné tendencie: a) druhové spektrum narastá - najmä v rodoch Amanita, Clitocybe, Collybia a Cortinarius, b) druhové spektrum najprv rastie, potom klesá - najmä v rodoch Hebeloma a Marasmius, c) druhové spektrum sa s vekom porastu nemení - najmä v rodoch Chalciporus a Laccaria. Tu treba pripomenúť, že rod Hebeloma sa evidentne najviac vyskytoval na TVP C a iba v malej abundancii na TVP D. Za celú dobu výskumu (1993 až 2003) sme najvyššie hodnoty produkcie biomasy plodníc zaznamenali u druhov Amanita muscaria (1572,2 kg.ha-1 čerstvej hmotnosti plodníc), Lactarius deterrimus Gröger (389,6), Paralepista flaccida (316,4), Lycoperdon umbrinum (305,5), Mycena alcalina agg. (303,2) a Hypholoma fasciculare (Huds.) P. Kumm. (241,7). Najvyššie hodnoty produkcie boli zaznamenané na TVP C (3418,46 kg.ha-1 čerstvej hmotnosti plodníc) a najmenej na TVP B (136,16 kg.ha-1). Je to dané najmä tým, že TVP C predstavovala kompaktný mladý smrekový porast, kde pravidelne a vo veľkej abundancii fruktifikovalo mnoho najmä ektomykoríznych druhov makromycétov, pričom na TVP B boli abundančné a následne aj produkčné hodnoty plodníc všetkých druhov makromycétov veľmi nízke vďaka snehovej a veternej kalamite, ktorá TVP B prakticky zlikvidovala. Nižšie hodnoty produkcie sme z tohto dôvodu zistili aj na TVP A. Perspektívy ďalšieho výskumu Monitoring mykocenóz v rôznovekých smrekových porastoch na VDO Vrch Dobroč bude naisto pokračovať aj počas rokov 2016 až 2019 v rámci doktorandského štúdia a napĺňania cieľov vedeckého projektu VEGA. V máji 2016 boli v rôznovekých smrekových porastoch založené série nových mykologických TVP (A1, A2, A3 – plochy v 15 až 20-ročných porastoch, B1, B2, B3 – plochy v 25 až 30-ročných porastoch a C1, C2, C3 – plochy v 45 až 50-ročných porastoch). Na uvedených nových TVP sa pre najbližšie obdobie v rámci výskumu plánuje pokračovať v hodnotení dynamiky druhovej diverzity makromycétov a vybraných mykocenologických faktorov (abundancia a distribúcia plodníc, dominancia a sukcesia druhov, ekotrofia, produkcia biomasy plodníc). Zároveň sa bude venovať väčšia pozornosť hodnoteniu abiotických faktorov skúmaného prostredia (merania pôdnej vlhkosti, pH, stanovenie štruktúry a zrnitosti pôdy, obsahu biogénnych prvkov, pomeru C/N, množstvo humusu, atď.). Získaná charakteristika pedobiologických a pedochemických pomerov obohatí faktografiu abiotických a biotických pomerov výskumných plôch. Plánuje sa zhodnotiť zdravotný stav smrekových porastov (žltnutie a defoliácia asimilačných orgánov metodikou ICP – Forest) ako aj úroveň fytopatologického ataku porastov (abio – a biotické poškodenia kmeňov smrekov na výskumných plochách). V rámci autekologických pozorovaní sa plánuje výskum fylogenetickej príbuznosti a taxonomickej validity vybraných rodov a druhov makromycétov pomocou molekulárno-genetických metód, t.j. sekvenčnou analýzou klonov nr DNA (napr. rodov Armillaria s.l., Heterobasidion s.l., Laccaria s.l. a Scutellinia s.l.). Na základe predchádzajúceho výskumu z rokov 1989 až 2003 môžeme do určitej miery formulovať pracovné hypotézy, ktorých overenie bude náplňou budúceho výskumu mykoflóry na predmetnom území. Môžeme predpokladať zvýšenie druhovej diverzity a dominancie saprotrofných makromycétov od vekovo najmladších porastov k najstarším smrekovým porastom na jednotlivých TVP. Predpokladáme nárast produkcie biomasy plodníc makromycétov od vekovo najmladších porastov k najstarším smrekovým porastom na jednotlivých TVP, ako aj zvýšenie druhovej diverzity a dominancie lignikolných (parazitických a saprotrofných) makromycétov od vekovo najmladších porastov k najstarším smrekovým porastom. 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Kukla, J; Kuklová, M Kontaminované prostredie ako významný stresor rastlín Book Chapter Rostliny v podmínkách stresu, Chapter Abiotické stresory, pp. 69-93, Česká zemědělská univerzita, Praha, 2016, ISBN: 978-80-213-2680-4. @inbook{Kukla2016, title = {Kontaminované prostredie ako významný stresor rastlín}, author = {J. Kukla and M. Kuklová}, isbn = {978-80-213-2680-4}, year = {2016}, date = {2016-01-01}, booktitle = {Rostliny v podmínkách stresu}, pages = {69-93}, publisher = {Česká zemědělská univerzita}, address = {Praha}, chapter = {Abiotické stresory}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {inbook} } |
Reif, J; Krištín, A; Kopsová, L; Devictor, V Linking habitat specialization with species' traits in European birds Journal Article Oikos, 125 (3), pp. 405-413, 2016. @article{REIF2016, title = {Linking habitat specialization with species' traits in European birds}, author = {J. Reif and A. Krištín and L. Kopsová and V. Devictor}, year = {2016}, date = {2016-01-01}, journal = {Oikos}, volume = {125}, number = {3}, pages = {405-413}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } |
Haelewaters, D; Zhao, S Y; Clusella-Trullas, S; Cottrell, T E; De_Kesel, A; Fiedler, L; Herz, A; Hesketh, H; Hui, C; Kleespies, R G; Losey, J E; Minnaar, I A; Murray, K M; Nedvěd, O; Pfliegler, W P; Raak-van_den_Berg, C L; Riddick, E W; Shapiro-Ilan, D I; Smyth, R R; Steenberg, T; Van_Wielink, P S; Viglášová, S; Zhao, Z; Ceryngier, P; Roy, H E Parasites of Harmonia axyridis: current research and perspectives Journal Article BioControl, 62 , pp. 355-371, 2016. @article{Haelewaters2016, title = {Parasites of \textit{Harmonia axyridis}: current research and perspectives}, author = {D. Haelewaters and S.Y. Zhao and S. Clusella-Trullas and T.E. Cottrell and A. De_Kesel and L. Fiedler and A. Herz and H. Hesketh and C. Hui and R.G. Kleespies and J.E. Losey and I.A. Minnaar and K.M. Murray and O. Nedvěd and W.P. Pfliegler and C.L. Raak-van_den_Berg and E.W. Riddick and D.I. Shapiro-Ilan and R.R. Smyth and T. Steenberg and P.S. Van_Wielink and S. Viglášová and Z. Zhao and P. Ceryngier and H.E. Roy}, doi = {10.1007/s10526-016- 9766-8}, year = {2016}, date = {2016-01-01}, journal = {BioControl}, volume = {62}, pages = {355-371}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } |
Dorková, M; Kocianová-Adamcová, M; Pristaš, P; Klinga, P Phylogenetic status of endemic Chionomys nivalis mirhanreini in the Western Carpathians. Journal Article Folia Oecologica, 43 (1), pp. 3-11, 2016. @article{Dorková2016, title = {Phylogenetic status of endemic \textit{Chionomys nivalis mirhanreini} in the Western Carpathians.}, author = {M. Dorková and M. Kocianová-Adamcová and P. Pristaš and P. Klinga}, url = {https://ife.sk/2016_dorkova/}, year = {2016}, date = {2016-01-01}, journal = {Folia Oecologica}, volume = {43}, number = {1}, pages = {3-11}, abstract = {The Snow vole has a fragmented distribution restricted to the mountain and rocky regions from the southwestern Europe to the Caucasus and the Middle East. Several subspecies have been described on the basis of dental characters. In this study we provide more detail insight into phylogenetic status of the Snow vole Chionomys nivalis occurring in the Western Carpathians compared to its populations within Eurasia. We analysed 588 bp fragment of mtDNA cytochrome b gene in samples collected in the two isolated populations within the High Tatras and Low Tatras Mountains. Our results indicate Western Carpathians as the long term isolated refugia for C. nivalis and support the subspecies status of C. n. mirhanreini in the Western Carpathians. The European populations are formed by two southern phylogenetic lineages – the first originates in Iberian Peninsula and the other expanding from Balkans to the Eastern Carpathians is also visible }, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } The Snow vole has a fragmented distribution restricted to the mountain and rocky regions from the southwestern Europe to the Caucasus and the Middle East. Several subspecies have been described on the basis of dental characters. In this study we provide more detail insight into phylogenetic status of the Snow vole Chionomys nivalis occurring in the Western Carpathians compared to its populations within Eurasia. We analysed 588 bp fragment of mtDNA cytochrome b gene in samples collected in the two isolated populations within the High Tatras and Low Tatras Mountains. Our results indicate Western Carpathians as the long term isolated refugia for C. nivalis and support the subspecies status of C. n. mirhanreini in the Western Carpathians. The European populations are formed by two southern phylogenetic lineages – the first originates in Iberian Peninsula and the other expanding from Balkans to the Eastern Carpathians is also visible |
Mihál, I; Luptáková, E Monitoring mykoflóry smrekových monokultúr na bývalých nelesných pôdach a perspektívy ďalšieho výskumu Journal Article Životné prostredie, 50 (2), pp. 108-117, 2016. @article{Mihál2016, title = {Monitoring mykoflóry smrekových monokultúr na bývalých nelesných pôdach a perspektívy ďalšieho výskumu}, author = {I. Mihál and E. Luptáková}, url = {http://147.213.211.222/sites/default/files/2016_2_108_117_Mihal_Luptakova.pdf}, year = {2016}, date = {2016-01-01}, journal = {Životné prostredie}, volume = {50}, number = {2}, pages = {108-117}, abstract = {The mycological research was carried out from 1989 to 2003 in spruce monocultures planted on former non-forest land depending on the age of the investigated spruce stands. Monitoring of the macromycetes species diversity, abundance and distribution of fruitbodies, dominance, succession and ecotrophical classification of species, fruitbodies biomass production and selected phytopathological factors has been conducted. The results show that mycocoenoses of spruce monocultures can be characterized as predominantly saprotrophic with significant representation of ectomycorrhizal symbionts in the youngest stands and by low representation of lignicolous parasites. In the nearest future further monitoring of mycoflora of spruce monocultures on former non-forest land is planned.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } The mycological research was carried out from 1989 to 2003 in spruce monocultures planted on former non-forest land depending on the age of the investigated spruce stands. Monitoring of the macromycetes species diversity, abundance and distribution of fruitbodies, dominance, succession and ecotrophical classification of species, fruitbodies biomass production and selected phytopathological factors has been conducted. The results show that mycocoenoses of spruce monocultures can be characterized as predominantly saprotrophic with significant representation of ectomycorrhizal symbionts in the youngest stands and by low representation of lignicolous parasites. In the nearest future further monitoring of mycoflora of spruce monocultures on former non-forest land is planned. |
Schieber, B; Kubov, M Phenology of selected broad-leaved forest trees in a submountain beech forest: two decade analysis Journal Article Reports of Forestry Research, 63 (2), pp. 90-99, 2016, ISSN: 0322-9688. @article{Schieber2016, title = {Phenology of selected broad-leaved forest trees in a submountain beech forest: two decade analysis }, author = {B. Schieber and M. Kubov}, editor = {B. Schieber and M. Kubov}, url = {http://www.vulhm.cz/zlv_online&rok=2016&cislo=2}, issn = {0322-9688}, year = {2016}, date = {2016-01-01}, journal = {Reports of Forestry Research}, volume = {63}, number = {2}, pages = {90-99}, abstract = {Phenology of three selected deciduous forest tree species (Carpinus betulus L., Tilia cordata Mill. Quercus dalechampii Ten.) was studied in a submountain beech forest stand in central Slovakia. Two spring phenological phases – bud-burst and leaf unfolding 50% as well as two autumnal phases – leaf discolouration 10% and 50%, respectively were monitored over the period of twenty years (1995–2014). Analysis of the air temperature showed its increasing values mainly in the period from April to August. On the other hand, the values of cumulative rainfall totals for the period from May to August had not clear trend. They were strongly volatile among the years with oscillation around the longterm average. Results of phenological research referred to the interannual variability in dating of phenological phases within the species, also the differences among the species were found. The significant correlations (P < 0.05) were detected between dating of leaf unfolding and air temperature; the coefficients of correlation (r) moved from 0.83 (hornbeam) to 0.90 (oak). Correlations between cumulative rainfall totals and timing of autumnal leaf discolouration were significantly lower. Trend analysis revealed temporal changes in onset of the phenophases. Average onset of spring phenological phases was shifted to earlier dates, but trend in onset of the autumnal phenophases was the opposite. Onset of leaf discolouration was shifted to later dates, so vegetation period was extended. Among the trees, the dynamics of leaf unfolding did not show significant temporal changes, only hornbeam was the exception.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Phenology of three selected deciduous forest tree species (Carpinus betulus L., Tilia cordata Mill. Quercus dalechampii Ten.) was studied in a submountain beech forest stand in central Slovakia. Two spring phenological phases – bud-burst and leaf unfolding 50% as well as two autumnal phases – leaf discolouration 10% and 50%, respectively were monitored over the period of twenty years (1995–2014). Analysis of the air temperature showed its increasing values mainly in the period from April to August. On the other hand, the values of cumulative rainfall totals for the period from May to August had not clear trend. They were strongly volatile among the years with oscillation around the longterm average. Results of phenological research referred to the interannual variability in dating of phenological phases within the species, also the differences among the species were found. The significant correlations (P < 0.05) were detected between dating of leaf unfolding and air temperature; the coefficients of correlation (r) moved from 0.83 (hornbeam) to 0.90 (oak). Correlations between cumulative rainfall totals and timing of autumnal leaf discolouration were significantly lower. Trend analysis revealed temporal changes in onset of the phenophases. Average onset of spring phenological phases was shifted to earlier dates, but trend in onset of the autumnal phenophases was the opposite. Onset of leaf discolouration was shifted to later dates, so vegetation period was extended. Among the trees, the dynamics of leaf unfolding did not show significant temporal changes, only hornbeam was the exception. |
Lešo, P; Lešová, A; Kropil, R; Kaňuch, P Response of the dominant rodent species to close-to-nature logging practices in a temperate mixed forest Journal Article Annals of Forest Research, 59 (2), pp. 259-268, 2016. @article{Lešo2016, title = {Response of the dominant rodent species to close-to-nature logging practices in a temperate mixed forest}, author = {P. Lešo and A. Lešová and R. Kropil and P. Kaňuch}, doi = {10.15287/afr.2016.620}, year = {2016}, date = {2016-01-01}, journal = {Annals of Forest Research}, volume = {59}, number = {2}, pages = {259-268}, abstract = {The paper aims to answer the question whether differences exist in microhabitat preferences of the yellow-necked mouse and the bank vole between the natural forest and close-to-nature managed forest in the phase of stand regeneration. The two species were live-trapped during two periods in 2006 and 2007 on a square trapping grid established in a managed forest and a natural one. Ten microhabitat variables of each trapping point were measured to analyse their influence on the spatial distribution of the two species. At trapping points, the number of capture records for each species as a dependent variable was modelled using Generalised Linear Models. The herbal cover and a distance to the nearest woody debris were the most important measured microhabitat variables which affect the spatial distribution of both species. In the natural forest, the number of captures in both species increased significantly (p < 0.05) with a decreasing number of trees, increasing undergrowth coverage and decreasing distance to the nearest woody debris. In the managed forest, an increasing distance to the nearest tree and increasing herbal cover had a negative effect on the yellow-necked mouse occurrence (p < 0.001), while in contrast, the increase in values of the same variables increased frequency of occurrence of the bank vole (p < 0.001). Moreover, the bank vole was more frequent in the presence of woody debris (p < 0.002). The study demonstrated clearly that these species modify their spatial activity depending on the management of the woodland.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } The paper aims to answer the question whether differences exist in microhabitat preferences of the yellow-necked mouse and the bank vole between the natural forest and close-to-nature managed forest in the phase of stand regeneration. The two species were live-trapped during two periods in 2006 and 2007 on a square trapping grid established in a managed forest and a natural one. Ten microhabitat variables of each trapping point were measured to analyse their influence on the spatial distribution of the two species. At trapping points, the number of capture records for each species as a dependent variable was modelled using Generalised Linear Models. The herbal cover and a distance to the nearest woody debris were the most important measured microhabitat variables which affect the spatial distribution of both species. In the natural forest, the number of captures in both species increased significantly (p < 0.05) with a decreasing number of trees, increasing undergrowth coverage and decreasing distance to the nearest woody debris. In the managed forest, an increasing distance to the nearest tree and increasing herbal cover had a negative effect on the yellow-necked mouse occurrence (p < 0.001), while in contrast, the increase in values of the same variables increased frequency of occurrence of the bank vole (p < 0.001). Moreover, the bank vole was more frequent in the presence of woody debris (p < 0.002). The study demonstrated clearly that these species modify their spatial activity depending on the management of the woodland. |
Roy, H E; Brown, P M J; Adriaens, T; Berkvens, N; Borges, I; Clusella-Trullas, S; De_Clercq, P; Eschen, R; Estoup, A; Evans, E W; Facon, B; Gardiner, M M; Gil, A; Grez, A; Guillemaud, T; Haelewaters, D; Honěk, A; Howe, A G; Hui, C; Hutchison, W D; Kenis, M; Koch, R L; Kulfan, J; Lawson_Handley, L; Lombaert, E; Loomans, A; Losey, J; Lukashuk, A O; Maes, D; Magro, A; Murray, K M; San_Martin, G; Martinkova, Z; Minnaar, I; Nedved, O; Orlova-Bienkowskaja, M J; Rabitsch, W; Peter_Ravn, H; Rondoni, G; Rorke, S L; Ryndevich, S K; Saethre, M -G; Onofre, Soares A; Stals, R; Tinsley, M C; Vandereycken, A; van_Wielink, P; Viglášová, S; Zach, P; Zaviezo, T; Zhao, Z The harlequin ladybird, Harmonia axyridis: global perspectives on invasion history and ecology Journal Article Biological Invasions, 18 , pp. 997-1044, 2016, ISSN: 1387-3547. @article{Roy2016, title = {The harlequin ladybird, \textit{Harmonia axyridis}: global perspectives on invasion history and ecology}, author = {H.E. Roy and P.M.J. Brown and T. Adriaens and N. Berkvens and I. Borges and S. Clusella-Trullas and P. De_Clercq and R. Eschen and A. Estoup and E.W. Evans and B. Facon and M.M. Gardiner and A. Gil and A. Grez and T. Guillemaud and D. Haelewaters and A. Honěk and A.G. Howe and C. Hui and W.D. Hutchison and M. Kenis and R.L. Koch and J. Kulfan and L. Lawson_Handley and E. Lombaert and A. Loomans and J. Losey and A.O. Lukashuk and D. Maes and A. Magro and K.M. Murray and G. San_Martin and Z. Martinkova and I. Minnaar and O. Nedved and M.J. Orlova-Bienkowskaja and W. Rabitsch and H. Peter_Ravn and G. Rondoni and S.L. Rorke and S.K. Ryndevich and M.-G. Saethre and A. Soares Onofre and R. Stals and M.C. Tinsley and A. Vandereycken and P. van_Wielink and S. Viglášová and P. Zach and T. Zaviezo and Z. Zhao}, url = {https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10530-016-1077-6}, doi = {10.1007/s10530-016-1077-6}, issn = {1387-3547}, year = {2016}, date = {2016-01-01}, journal = {Biological Invasions}, volume = {18}, pages = {997-1044}, abstract = {The harlequin ladybird, Harmonia axyridis (Pallas) (Coleoptera: Coccinellidae), is native to Asia but has been intentionally introduced to many countries as a biological control agent of pest insects. In numerous countries, however, it has been introduced unintentionally. The dramatic spread of H. axyridis within many countries has been met with considerable trepidation. It is a generalist top predator, able to thrive in many habitats and across wide climatic conditions. It poses a threat to biodiversity, particularly aphidophagous insects, through competition and predation, and in many countries adverse effects have been reported on other species, particularly coccinellids. However, the patterns are not consistent around the world and seem to be affected by many factors including landscape and climate. Research on H. axyridis has provided detailed insights into invasion biology from broad patterns and processes to approaches in surveillance and monitoring. An impressive number of studies on this alien species have provided mechanistic evidence alongside models explaining large-scale patterns and processes. The involvement of citizens in monitoring this species in a number of countries around the world is inspiring and has provided data on scales that would be otherwise unachievable. Harmonia axyridis has successfully been used as a model invasive alien species and has been the inspiration for global collaborations at various scales. There is considerable scope to expand the research and associated collaborations, particularly to increase the breadth of parallel studies conducted in the native and invaded regions. Indeed a qualitative comparison of biological traits across the native and invaded range suggests that there are differences which ultimately could influence the population dynamics of this invader. Here we provide an overview of the invasion history and ecology of H. axyridis globally with consideration of future research perspectives. We reflect broadly on the contributions of such research to our understanding of invasion biology while also informing policy and people.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } The harlequin ladybird, Harmonia axyridis (Pallas) (Coleoptera: Coccinellidae), is native to Asia but has been intentionally introduced to many countries as a biological control agent of pest insects. In numerous countries, however, it has been introduced unintentionally. The dramatic spread of H. axyridis within many countries has been met with considerable trepidation. It is a generalist top predator, able to thrive in many habitats and across wide climatic conditions. It poses a threat to biodiversity, particularly aphidophagous insects, through competition and predation, and in many countries adverse effects have been reported on other species, particularly coccinellids. However, the patterns are not consistent around the world and seem to be affected by many factors including landscape and climate. Research on H. axyridis has provided detailed insights into invasion biology from broad patterns and processes to approaches in surveillance and monitoring. An impressive number of studies on this alien species have provided mechanistic evidence alongside models explaining large-scale patterns and processes. The involvement of citizens in monitoring this species in a number of countries around the world is inspiring and has provided data on scales that would be otherwise unachievable. Harmonia axyridis has successfully been used as a model invasive alien species and has been the inspiration for global collaborations at various scales. There is considerable scope to expand the research and associated collaborations, particularly to increase the breadth of parallel studies conducted in the native and invaded regions. Indeed a qualitative comparison of biological traits across the native and invaded range suggests that there are differences which ultimately could influence the population dynamics of this invader. Here we provide an overview of the invasion history and ecology of H. axyridis globally with consideration of future research perspectives. We reflect broadly on the contributions of such research to our understanding of invasion biology while also informing policy and people. |
Ježík, M; Blaženec, M; Kučera, J; Střelcová, K; Ditmarová, Ľ The response of intra-annual stem circumference increase of young European beech provenances to 2012-2014 weather variability Journal Article i-Forest, 9 (6), pp. 960-969, 2016, ISSN: 1971-7458. @article{Ježík2016, title = {The response of intra-annual stem circumference increase of young European beech provenances to 2012-2014 weather variability}, author = {M. Ježík and M. Blaženec and J. Kučera and K. Střelcová and Ľ. Ditmarová}, url = {http://www.sisef.it/iforest/contents/?id=ifor1829-009}, doi = {10.3832/ifor1829-009}, issn = {1971-7458}, year = {2016}, date = {2016-01-01}, journal = {i-Forest}, volume = {9}, number = {6}, pages = {960-969}, abstract = {The increasing frequency and severity of extreme weather events, especially droughts, arising from on-going climate changes negatively affect productivity and stability of forest ecosystems. Understanding species responses and suitable ecotypes that are able of adapting to new environmental conditions is increasingly important. The objective of this study was to quantify the relationships between the inter-annual stem circumference increase (SCI) of five European beech (Fagus sylvatica L.) provenances and weather variability during 2012-2014 in a provenance trial located in central Slovakia. SCIs were extracted on daily and weekly scale from hourly data of circumference changes. To detect the main environmental factors influencing SCI seasonal dynamics, intra-seasonal moving correlation functions were calculated. All five provenances responded synchronously to weather conditions, with high correlations among them during the growing season on both daily and weekly scale. The photoperiod exhibited a synchronizing effect on the seasonal peak of SCI as a sign of tree adaptation to long-term seasonal variations in climate. Temperature was the most significant factor influencing SCI dynamics at the beginning of the season. During the summer months, a precipitation deficit, heat waves and the consequently decreased soil water potential significantly affected the SCI of young beech trees, despite the fact that the provenance plot was situated in an area of optimum beech growth. Not only the severity and duration were important but also the timing of drought within a season. Within all seasons, the lowest SCI values were recorded for the provenance from the lowest altitude and the most oceanic climate (northern Germany). A comparison of daily and weekly SCI with first derivatives of growth functions indicated that SCIs were closely related to theoretical incremental processes, especially on a weekly scale. In young beech trees, SCI seemed to represent an appropriate proxy for studying intra-seasonal incremental processes. A newly designed SASB (self adjusting sharp beginning) function fit these processes better than the Gompertz function.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } The increasing frequency and severity of extreme weather events, especially droughts, arising from on-going climate changes negatively affect productivity and stability of forest ecosystems. Understanding species responses and suitable ecotypes that are able of adapting to new environmental conditions is increasingly important. The objective of this study was to quantify the relationships between the inter-annual stem circumference increase (SCI) of five European beech (Fagus sylvatica L.) provenances and weather variability during 2012-2014 in a provenance trial located in central Slovakia. SCIs were extracted on daily and weekly scale from hourly data of circumference changes. To detect the main environmental factors influencing SCI seasonal dynamics, intra-seasonal moving correlation functions were calculated. All five provenances responded synchronously to weather conditions, with high correlations among them during the growing season on both daily and weekly scale. The photoperiod exhibited a synchronizing effect on the seasonal peak of SCI as a sign of tree adaptation to long-term seasonal variations in climate. Temperature was the most significant factor influencing SCI dynamics at the beginning of the season. During the summer months, a precipitation deficit, heat waves and the consequently decreased soil water potential significantly affected the SCI of young beech trees, despite the fact that the provenance plot was situated in an area of optimum beech growth. Not only the severity and duration were important but also the timing of drought within a season. Within all seasons, the lowest SCI values were recorded for the provenance from the lowest altitude and the most oceanic climate (northern Germany). A comparison of daily and weekly SCI with first derivatives of growth functions indicated that SCIs were closely related to theoretical incremental processes, especially on a weekly scale. In young beech trees, SCI seemed to represent an appropriate proxy for studying intra-seasonal incremental processes. A newly designed SASB (self adjusting sharp beginning) function fit these processes better than the Gompertz function. |
Cocozza, C; De_Miguel, M; Pšidová, E; Ditmarová, Ľ; Marino, S; Maiuro, L; Alvino, A; Czajkowski, T; Bolte, A; Tognetti, R Variation in Ecophysiological Traits and Drought Tolerance of Beech (Fagus sylvatica L.) Seedlings from Different Populations Journal Article Front. Plant Sci., 7 (886), 2016. @article{Cocozza2016, title = {Variation in Ecophysiological Traits and Drought Tolerance of Beech (Fagus sylvatica L.) Seedlings from Different Populations}, author = {C. Cocozza and M. De_Miguel and E. Pšidová and Ľ. Ditmarová and S. Marino and L. Maiuro and A. Alvino and T. Czajkowski and A. Bolte and R. Tognetti}, doi = {10.3389/fpls.2016.00886}, year = {2016}, date = {2016-01-01}, journal = {Front. Plant Sci.}, volume = {7}, number = {886}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } |
Machava, J; Timko, Ľ; Šustek, Z; Bublinec, E State of Carabid assemblages in forest ecosystem previously affected by high levels of heavy metals Cu and Pb Journal Article Folia Oecologica, 43 (2), pp. 208-212, 2016, ISSN: 1336-5266. @article{Machava2016, title = {State of Carabid assemblages in forest ecosystem previously affected by high levels of heavy metals Cu and Pb}, author = {J. Machava and Ľ. Timko and Z. Šustek and E. Bublinec}, url = {http://ife.sk/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/FO_v43_iss2_208to212.pdf}, issn = {1336-5266}, year = {2016}, date = {2016-01-01}, journal = {Folia Oecologica}, volume = {43}, number = {2}, pages = {208-212}, abstract = {Human activities in industrial areas have released into the atmosphere solids of different nature, including heavy metals. The center of the Spiš region belongs to the foremost polluted areas in Slovakia. The Copper Smelting Plant Krompachy contaminated surrounding areas around this town by metals mainly by copper and lead. Despite significant improvement of environmental situation in the 1990s, resistant pollutant load from the mentioned pollution source continues to negatively impact on the surrounding countryside. The residual pollutant load has persisted for more than 20 years. Species diversity and cumulative abundance of Carabids in all stands in the contaminated environment was extremely low due to synergic effect of three factors, acidity of substrate, southern exposition and discontinuity of the vegetation coverage that resulted in forming of two assemblages. The open stands were inhabited by heliophilous species of genera Cicindela, Harpalus and Microlestes. The characteristic forest species did not occur there or penetrated here only rarely. In the closed stand, only three mesohygrohilous forest species Carabus violaceus, Carabus hortensis and Pterostichus oblongopunctatus were recorded.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Human activities in industrial areas have released into the atmosphere solids of different nature, including heavy metals. The center of the Spiš region belongs to the foremost polluted areas in Slovakia. The Copper Smelting Plant Krompachy contaminated surrounding areas around this town by metals mainly by copper and lead. Despite significant improvement of environmental situation in the 1990s, resistant pollutant load from the mentioned pollution source continues to negatively impact on the surrounding countryside. The residual pollutant load has persisted for more than 20 years. Species diversity and cumulative abundance of Carabids in all stands in the contaminated environment was extremely low due to synergic effect of three factors, acidity of substrate, southern exposition and discontinuity of the vegetation coverage that resulted in forming of two assemblages. The open stands were inhabited by heliophilous species of genera Cicindela, Harpalus and Microlestes. The characteristic forest species did not occur there or penetrated here only rarely. In the closed stand, only three mesohygrohilous forest species Carabus violaceus, Carabus hortensis and Pterostichus oblongopunctatus were recorded. |
Macko, J; Machava, J; Bublinec, E; Hrkľová, G Soil reaction and tick abundance Ixodes ricinus Journal Article Folia Oecologica, 43 (2), pp. 176-182, 2016, ISSN: 1336-5266. @article{Macko2016, title = {Soil reaction and tick abundance \textit{Ixodes ricinus}}, author = {J. Macko and J. Machava and E. Bublinec and G. Hrkľová}, url = {http://ife.sk/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/FO_v43_iss2_176to182.pdf}, issn = {1336-5266}, year = {2016}, date = {2016-01-01}, journal = {Folia Oecologica}, volume = {43}, number = {2}, pages = {176-182}, abstract = {Tick Ixodes ricinus is a carrier of several diseases. At present, its activity in Slovakia was discovered in the winter months. It also extends to higher altitudes. Therefore it is necessary to know the ecology and optimal conditions suitable for its existence. Although considerable attention is devoted to the health research of tick, little is known about its claim on the soil environment, because as a representative of a temporary edaphone initial ontogenetic stages (eggs and larvae) survives in the soil. For this reason, the research focused on the soil pH as an important environmental factor that can influence the development and abundance of tick. The research was carried out on the plots with tick high abundance in the Veľká Fatra Mts at an altitude of - 760 meters asl. We found that mull humus form with a thin film of last year’s litter fall (the Oon necrotic subhorizon) with a pH narrow range of 5.9–6.0 (rounded) was convenient for developmental stages of this tick. Below this horizon the soil type of cambisol with pH values in the upper range of 5.45–5.79 was produced. The soil reaction was therefore a slight acid. In this environment, a relatively high density of tick was in May, with the secondary mild autumn peak.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Tick Ixodes ricinus is a carrier of several diseases. At present, its activity in Slovakia was discovered in the winter months. It also extends to higher altitudes. Therefore it is necessary to know the ecology and optimal conditions suitable for its existence. Although considerable attention is devoted to the health research of tick, little is known about its claim on the soil environment, because as a representative of a temporary edaphone initial ontogenetic stages (eggs and larvae) survives in the soil. For this reason, the research focused on the soil pH as an important environmental factor that can influence the development and abundance of tick. The research was carried out on the plots with tick high abundance in the Veľká Fatra Mts at an altitude of - 760 meters asl. We found that mull humus form with a thin film of last year’s litter fall (the Oon necrotic subhorizon) with a pH narrow range of 5.9–6.0 (rounded) was convenient for developmental stages of this tick. Below this horizon the soil type of cambisol with pH values in the upper range of 5.45–5.79 was produced. The soil reaction was therefore a slight acid. In this environment, a relatively high density of tick was in May, with the secondary mild autumn peak. |
2015 |
Naďo, L; Kaňuch, P Swarming behaviour associated with group cohesion in tree-dwelling bats Journal Article Behavioural Processes, 120 , pp. 80–86, 2015, ISSN: 0376-6357. @article{L.2015, title = {Swarming behaviour associated with group cohesion in tree-dwelling bats}, author = {L. Naďo and P. Kaňuch}, url = {http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0376635715300358}, doi = {https://doi.org/10.1016/j.beproc.2015.09.005}, issn = {0376-6357}, year = {2015}, date = {2015-11-01}, journal = {Behavioural Processes}, volume = {120}, pages = {80–86}, abstract = {Group living of social species increases the individual survival rate and enhances optimal exploitation of resources within their environment. Groups of cryptic tree-dwelling bats perform frequent roost switching on relatively long distances, whereas groups are temporarily disintegrated during foraging that precedes moving into new roost. In this study, we attempted to elucidate a mechanism in which group members can select new roost from a large set of potential roosting sites without disintegration of the whole group. Exploring the activity at the front of the tree hollows, recorded by automatic infrared monitors, we found that the swarming activity of Leisler’s bats was performed during the whole night and was concentrated before the civil twilight at occupied roosts. A generalized linear model revealed significant positive association between the group size and swarming activity while season had negative but smaller effect. As bats swarmed the whole night also at sites that were less occupied or even unoccupied, we suggest that members of a bat colony selected new roost from a potentially larger set of available roosting sites. Thus, we propose a possible signalling role of swarming as a threshold behaviour that ensures group cohesion during roost switching.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Group living of social species increases the individual survival rate and enhances optimal exploitation of resources within their environment. Groups of cryptic tree-dwelling bats perform frequent roost switching on relatively long distances, whereas groups are temporarily disintegrated during foraging that precedes moving into new roost. In this study, we attempted to elucidate a mechanism in which group members can select new roost from a large set of potential roosting sites without disintegration of the whole group. Exploring the activity at the front of the tree hollows, recorded by automatic infrared monitors, we found that the swarming activity of Leisler’s bats was performed during the whole night and was concentrated before the civil twilight at occupied roosts. A generalized linear model revealed significant positive association between the group size and swarming activity while season had negative but smaller effect. As bats swarmed the whole night also at sites that were less occupied or even unoccupied, we suggest that members of a bat colony selected new roost from a potentially larger set of available roosting sites. Thus, we propose a possible signalling role of swarming as a threshold behaviour that ensures group cohesion during roost switching. |
Hrivnák, R; Slezák, M; Jarčuška, B; Jarolímek, I; Kochjarová, J Native and alien plant species richness response to soil nitrogen and phosphorus in temperate floodplain and swamp forests Journal Article Forests, 6 (10), pp. 3501-3513, 2015. @article{Hrivnák2015, title = {Native and alien plant species richness response to soil nitrogen and phosphorus in temperate floodplain and swamp forests}, author = {R. Hrivnák and M. Slezák and B. Jarčuška and I. Jarolímek and J. Kochjarová}, url = {http://www.mdpi.com/1999-4907/6/10/3501}, year = {2015}, date = {2015-10-07}, journal = {Forests}, volume = {6}, number = {10}, pages = {3501-3513}, abstract = {Soil nitrogen and phosphorus are commonly limiting elements affecting plant species richness in temperate zones. Our species richness-ecological study was performed in alder-dominated forests representing temperate floodplains (streamside alder forests of Alnion incanae alliance) and swamp forests (alder carrs of Alnion glutinosae alliance) in the Western Carpathians. Species richness (i.e., the number of vascular plants in a vegetation plot) was analyzed separately for native and alien vascular plants in 240 vegetation plots across the study area covering Slovakia, northern Hungary and southern Poland. The relationship between the species richness of each plant group and total soil nitrogen content, plant-available phosphorus and carbon to nitrogen (C/N) ratio was analyzed by generalized linear mixed models (GLMM) with Poisson error distribution and log-link function. The number of recorded native and alien species was 17–84 (average 45.4) and 0–9 (average 1.5) species per plot, respectively. The GLMMs were statistically significant (p ˂ 0.001) for both plant groups, but the total explained variation was higher for native (14%) than alien plants (9%). The richness of native species was negatively affected by the total soil nitrogen content and plant-available phosphorus, whereas the C/N ratio showed a positive impact. The alien richness was predicted only by the total soil nitrogen content showing a negative effect. }, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Soil nitrogen and phosphorus are commonly limiting elements affecting plant species richness in temperate zones. Our species richness-ecological study was performed in alder-dominated forests representing temperate floodplains (streamside alder forests of Alnion incanae alliance) and swamp forests (alder carrs of Alnion glutinosae alliance) in the Western Carpathians. Species richness (i.e., the number of vascular plants in a vegetation plot) was analyzed separately for native and alien vascular plants in 240 vegetation plots across the study area covering Slovakia, northern Hungary and southern Poland. The relationship between the species richness of each plant group and total soil nitrogen content, plant-available phosphorus and carbon to nitrogen (C/N) ratio was analyzed by generalized linear mixed models (GLMM) with Poisson error distribution and log-link function. The number of recorded native and alien species was 17–84 (average 45.4) and 0–9 (average 1.5) species per plot, respectively. The GLMMs were statistically significant (p ˂ 0.001) for both plant groups, but the total explained variation was higher for native (14%) than alien plants (9%). The richness of native species was negatively affected by the total soil nitrogen content and plant-available phosphorus, whereas the C/N ratio showed a positive impact. The alien richness was predicted only by the total soil nitrogen content showing a negative effect. |
Gömöry, D; Ditmarová, Ľ; Hrivnák, M; Jamnická, G; Kmeť, J; Krajmerová, D; Kurjak, D Differentiation in phenological and physiological traits in European beech (Fagus sylvatica L.). Journal Article European Journal of Forest Research, 134 (6), pp. 1075–1085, 2015. @article{D.2015, title = {Differentiation in phenological and physiological traits in European beech \textit{(Fagus sylvatica L.).}}, author = {D. Gömöry and Ľ. Ditmarová and M. Hrivnák and G. Jamnická and J. Kmeť and D. Krajmerová and D. Kurjak}, url = {http://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10342-015-0910-2}, year = {2015}, date = {2015-09-15}, journal = {European Journal of Forest Research}, volume = {134}, number = {6}, pages = {1075–1085}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } |
Ferus, P; Sirbu, C; Eliáš, Jun P; Konôpková, J; Ďurišová, Ľ; Samuil, C; Oprea, A Reciprocal contamination by invasive plants: analysis of trade exchange between Slovakia and Romania Journal Article Biologia, 70 (7), pp. 893–904, 2015. @article{P.2015, title = {Reciprocal contamination by invasive plants: analysis of trade exchange between Slovakia and Romania}, author = {P. Ferus and C. Sirbu and P. Jun Eliáš and J. Konôpková and Ľ. Ďurišová and C. Samuil and A. Oprea}, url = {https://www.degruyter.com/view/j/biolog.2015.70.issue-7/biolog-2015-0102/biolog-2015-0102.xml}, year = {2015}, date = {2015-08-25}, journal = {Biologia}, volume = {70}, number = {7}, pages = {893–904}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } |
Naďo, L; Kaňuch, P Roost site selection by tree-dwelling bats across biogeographical regions: an updated meta-analysis with meta-regression. Journal Article Mammal Review, 45 (4), pp. 215–226, 2015, ISSN: 1365-2907. @article{L.2015b, title = {Roost site selection by tree-dwelling bats across biogeographical regions: an updated meta-analysis with meta-regression.}, author = {L. Naďo and P. Kaňuch}, url = {http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/mam.12044/abstract}, doi = {10.1111/mam.12044}, issn = {1365-2907}, year = {2015}, date = {2015-08-18}, journal = {Mammal Review}, volume = {45}, number = {4}, pages = {215–226}, abstract = {1. Bats roosting in tree cavities, under loose bark or just on branches in foliage, so-called tree-dwelling bats, are a very diverse and abundant group of species. Although they can be very different species with locally distinct needs, radical exploitation of forest habitats and global changes have meant that many of them are regionally endangered and survive today only in small populations. To help develop appropriate conservation policies and management plans, much research in recent decades has been focussed on inferring habitat selection by tree-dwelling bats. However, large variability in the reported selection patterns makes it difficult to suggest some more-or-less universal and easily applicable management recommendations, also for regions in which nature conservation awareness is low. 2. We created a meta-analytic model to explore selection patterns at a global scale. Phylogenetic relationships among species and additional variables were included to explain discrepancies between studies. 3. A meta-analytic model showed that bats are selecting trees with trunk diameters that are larger than those of randomly selected trees, and this pattern is consistent within each biogeographical region. However, meta-regression revealed that the detectability of the selection depends strongly on the structural variability within the study environment (size of randomly selected or surrounding trees in forest stands, forest fragmentation, habitat disturbance) and on the methodological approach that has been applied (the length of the study). We found stronger selection for larger trees in non-fragmented and less disturbed forests than in fragmented forests with high habitat disturbance, and, strikingly, short-term studies yielded results with stronger selection than long-term studies. 4. Our results suggest that patterns of roosting habitat selection by bats may be overestimated in some studies. In conclusion, we propose that further research should be conducted in all types of forest ecosystem (data from the tropics are currently missing). Future studies should include at least three years of data collection, in order to avoid estimation bias in habitat selection patterns.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } 1. Bats roosting in tree cavities, under loose bark or just on branches in foliage, so-called tree-dwelling bats, are a very diverse and abundant group of species. Although they can be very different species with locally distinct needs, radical exploitation of forest habitats and global changes have meant that many of them are regionally endangered and survive today only in small populations. To help develop appropriate conservation policies and management plans, much research in recent decades has been focussed on inferring habitat selection by tree-dwelling bats. However, large variability in the reported selection patterns makes it difficult to suggest some more-or-less universal and easily applicable management recommendations, also for regions in which nature conservation awareness is low. 2. We created a meta-analytic model to explore selection patterns at a global scale. Phylogenetic relationships among species and additional variables were included to explain discrepancies between studies. 3. A meta-analytic model showed that bats are selecting trees with trunk diameters that are larger than those of randomly selected trees, and this pattern is consistent within each biogeographical region. However, meta-regression revealed that the detectability of the selection depends strongly on the structural variability within the study environment (size of randomly selected or surrounding trees in forest stands, forest fragmentation, habitat disturbance) and on the methodological approach that has been applied (the length of the study). We found stronger selection for larger trees in non-fragmented and less disturbed forests than in fragmented forests with high habitat disturbance, and, strikingly, short-term studies yielded results with stronger selection than long-term studies. 4. Our results suggest that patterns of roosting habitat selection by bats may be overestimated in some studies. In conclusion, we propose that further research should be conducted in all types of forest ecosystem (data from the tropics are currently missing). Future studies should include at least three years of data collection, in order to avoid estimation bias in habitat selection patterns. |
Kaňuch, P; Jarčuška, B; Kovács, L; Krištín, A Environmentally driven variability in size-selective females' mating frequency of bush-cricket Pholidoptera griseoaptera Journal Article Evolutionary Ecology, 29 (5), pp. 787–797, 2015. @article{Kaňuch2015, title = {Environmentally driven variability in size-selective females' mating frequency of bush-cricket \textit{Pholidoptera griseoaptera}}, author = {P. Kaňuch and B. Jarčuška and L. Kovács and A. Krištín}, url = {http://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10682-015-9784-5}, year = {2015}, date = {2015-07-28}, journal = {Evolutionary Ecology}, volume = {29}, number = {5}, pages = {787–797}, abstract = {Reproduction in less favourable conditions requires genetic adaptation and/or behavioural plasticity of the organism. In order to determine the effects of these mechanisms on environment-associated variability in polyandry, a phenomenon related to reproductive success, we explored the frequency of copulations in females of nuptial giftgiving bush-cricket Pholidoptera griseoaptera (Orthoptera: Tettigoniidae) using a laboratory experiment. In a factorial design, we reared two populations originating from contrasting altitudes in two temperature treatment conditions. After 3 weeks for possible copulations in established mating groups, females (n = 108) contained between 0 and 15 spermatodoses (a proxy for the number of copulations) in their spermatheca. The mean number of spermatodoses per female did not differ either between lowland and highland populations or between warm and cold treatments. Thus, we did not observe main effects of these two factors on adaptation or plasticity. In contrast, the frequency of copulations was significantly affected by female size as log(number of spermatodoses) increased by 0.41 ± 0.27 per each 0.1 mm of pronotum length. However, interactions between the body size (the trait that predicts females’ quality for reproduction) with environmental factors revealed that larger females originating from the highland population and larger females reared in cold treatment copulated more often than smaller ones, whereas females’ size did not affect copulation frequency in the lowland population or in warm treatment. It suggests stronger competition among females in harsher environmental conditions, whereas effect sizes of interaction terms showed that observed mating behaviour expressed a similar extent of genetic and plastic responses to female size. This first observation of environment-associated body size-dependent mating behaviour suggests the interplay of sexual and natural selection in a nuptial gift-giving species.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Reproduction in less favourable conditions requires genetic adaptation and/or behavioural plasticity of the organism. In order to determine the effects of these mechanisms on environment-associated variability in polyandry, a phenomenon related to reproductive success, we explored the frequency of copulations in females of nuptial giftgiving bush-cricket Pholidoptera griseoaptera (Orthoptera: Tettigoniidae) using a laboratory experiment. In a factorial design, we reared two populations originating from contrasting altitudes in two temperature treatment conditions. After 3 weeks for possible copulations in established mating groups, females (n = 108) contained between 0 and 15 spermatodoses (a proxy for the number of copulations) in their spermatheca. The mean number of spermatodoses per female did not differ either between lowland and highland populations or between warm and cold treatments. Thus, we did not observe main effects of these two factors on adaptation or plasticity. In contrast, the frequency of copulations was significantly affected by female size as log(number of spermatodoses) increased by 0.41 ± 0.27 per each 0.1 mm of pronotum length. However, interactions between the body size (the trait that predicts females’ quality for reproduction) with environmental factors revealed that larger females originating from the highland population and larger females reared in cold treatment copulated more often than smaller ones, whereas females’ size did not affect copulation frequency in the lowland population or in warm treatment. It suggests stronger competition among females in harsher environmental conditions, whereas effect sizes of interaction terms showed that observed mating behaviour expressed a similar extent of genetic and plastic responses to female size. This first observation of environment-associated body size-dependent mating behaviour suggests the interplay of sexual and natural selection in a nuptial gift-giving species. |
Schlyter, F; Jakuš, R; Han, F Z; Kalinová, B; Mezei, P; Sun, J H; Ma, J H; Ujhelyiová, L; Zhang, Q H Journal of Chemical Ecology, 41 (7), pp. 678-688, 2015. @article{F.2015, title = {Reproductive isolation of \textit{Ips nitidus} and \textit{I. shangrila} in mountain forests of Western China: responses to chiral and achiral candidate pheromone components}, author = {F. Schlyter and R. Jakuš and F.Z. Han and B. Kalinová and P. Mezei and J.H. Sun and J.H. Ma and L. Ujhelyiová and Q.H. Zhang}, url = {https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/26112107}, year = {2015}, date = {2015-07-01}, journal = {Journal of Chemical Ecology}, volume = {41}, number = {7}, pages = {678-688}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } |
Adamčíková, K; Kádasi-Horáková, M; Jankovský, L; Havrdová, L Identification of Hymenoscyphus fraxineus, the causal agent of ash dieback in Slovakia Journal Article Biologia, 70 (5), pp. 559–564, 2015. @article{K.2015, title = {Identification of \textit{Hymenoscyphus fraxineus}, the causal agent of ash dieback in Slovakia}, author = {K. Adamčíková and M. Kádasi-Horáková and L. Jankovský and L. Havrdová}, url = {http://www.degruyter.com/view/j/biolog.2015.70.issue-5/biolog-2015-0075/biolog-2015-0075.xml}, doi = {10.1515/biolog-2015-0075}, year = {2015}, date = {2015-06-23}, journal = {Biologia}, volume = {70}, number = {5}, pages = {559–564}, abstract = {Symptoms of ash dieback have been recorded in Slovakia since 2004. The field sampling was carried out in 2013, included 59 segments of shoots and 10 and more petioles per locality from four localities. The causal agent of ash dieback, the hyphomycete Chalara fraxinea T. Kowalski, was isolated from Fraxinus excelsior L. from seven localities in Slovakia. The morphology of C. fraxinea isolates and the teleomorph Hymenoscyphus fraxineus (T. Kowalski) Baral, Queloz, Hosoya are described and ITS sequences are provided.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Symptoms of ash dieback have been recorded in Slovakia since 2004. The field sampling was carried out in 2013, included 59 segments of shoots and 10 and more petioles per locality from four localities. The causal agent of ash dieback, the hyphomycete Chalara fraxinea T. Kowalski, was isolated from Fraxinus excelsior L. from seven localities in Slovakia. The morphology of C. fraxinea isolates and the teleomorph Hymenoscyphus fraxineus (T. Kowalski) Baral, Queloz, Hosoya are described and ITS sequences are provided. |
Mihál, Ivan; Blanár, Drahoš; Glejdura, Stanislav Thaiszia - J. Bot., 25 (2), pp. 121-142, 2015. @article{Mihál2015, title = {Enhancing knowledge of mycoflora (Myxomycota, Zygomycota, Ascomycota, Basidiomycota) in oakhornbeam forests in the vicinity of the magnesite plants at Lubeník and Jelšava (central Slovakia)}, author = {Ivan Mihál and Drahoš Blanár and Stanislav Glejdura}, url = {https://www.upjs.sk/public/media/11852/121-142_Mihal_et_al-upr.pdf}, year = {2015}, date = {2015-06-19}, journal = {Thaiszia - J. Bot.}, volume = {25}, number = {2}, pages = {121-142}, abstract = {The authors present the mycocoenological characteristics of selected localities situated near magnesite plants in Central Slovakia. 24 researched plots were situated in the Slovenské rudohorie Mts (Revúcka vrchovina highland) in 4 degradation stages: A – pollution crust slope with almost no vegetation, B – deforested slopes with grassland vegetation, C – thinned forest cover, D – normal forest cover. The total of 212 macromycetous species as well as 3 slime molds were determined in the individual degradation stages. The species Agyrium rufum, Ceratosphaeria lampadophora, Encoelia glaberrima, Massaria inquinans, Melanomma pulvis-pyrius, Nectria decora, Patellaria atrata, Steccherinum laeticolor and Tympanis corylina are presented as the first findings for Slovakia. The species Coprotus winteri, Entomophthora coleopterorum, Sistotremastrum niveocremeum and Tomentella sublilacina are presented as the second finding for Slovakia. Within Slovakia, the findings of the species Claussenomyces olivaceus, Laeticorticium roseum, Phanerochaete sordida, Sistrotremastrum suecicum, Tomentella fibrosa and Trechispora farinacea are very interesting and rare. Due to the 122 abundance of dead wood at the researched localities, the majority of the 117 species determined here belong to the group of lignicolous saprophytes. Only 30 mycorrhizal symbionts have been documented due to adverse conditions, (low precipitation, dry soil horizons), and strong imissions impact; (e.g. no mycorrhizal symbionts in the degradation stage A, one symbiont in B, 13 symbionts in C and 23 symbionts in the degradation stage D). The value of ectomycorrhizal potential was upgraded for all stages (A: 0.0, B: 0.08, C: 0.45, D: 0.56). In general, the increase of the species spectrum of all fungi has been observed throughout all stages (14 species in stage A, 33 species in stage B, 107 species in stage C and 149 species in stage D). Moreover, the increasing number of Ascomycotina species has been observed from the stage A to D (3 species in stage A, 25 species in stage C and 23 in stage D).}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } The authors present the mycocoenological characteristics of selected localities situated near magnesite plants in Central Slovakia. 24 researched plots were situated in the Slovenské rudohorie Mts (Revúcka vrchovina highland) in 4 degradation stages: A – pollution crust slope with almost no vegetation, B – deforested slopes with grassland vegetation, C – thinned forest cover, D – normal forest cover. The total of 212 macromycetous species as well as 3 slime molds were determined in the individual degradation stages. The species Agyrium rufum, Ceratosphaeria lampadophora, Encoelia glaberrima, Massaria inquinans, Melanomma pulvis-pyrius, Nectria decora, Patellaria atrata, Steccherinum laeticolor and Tympanis corylina are presented as the first findings for Slovakia. The species Coprotus winteri, Entomophthora coleopterorum, Sistotremastrum niveocremeum and Tomentella sublilacina are presented as the second finding for Slovakia. Within Slovakia, the findings of the species Claussenomyces olivaceus, Laeticorticium roseum, Phanerochaete sordida, Sistrotremastrum suecicum, Tomentella fibrosa and Trechispora farinacea are very interesting and rare. Due to the 122 abundance of dead wood at the researched localities, the majority of the 117 species determined here belong to the group of lignicolous saprophytes. Only 30 mycorrhizal symbionts have been documented due to adverse conditions, (low precipitation, dry soil horizons), and strong imissions impact; (e.g. no mycorrhizal symbionts in the degradation stage A, one symbiont in B, 13 symbionts in C and 23 symbionts in the degradation stage D). The value of ectomycorrhizal potential was upgraded for all stages (A: 0.0, B: 0.08, C: 0.45, D: 0.56). In general, the increase of the species spectrum of all fungi has been observed throughout all stages (14 species in stage A, 33 species in stage B, 107 species in stage C and 149 species in stage D). Moreover, the increasing number of Ascomycotina species has been observed from the stage A to D (3 species in stage A, 25 species in stage C and 23 in stage D). |
Mihál, Ivan; Astaloš, Boris; Černecká, Ľudmila; Gajdoš, Peter; Šestáková, Anna; Žila, Pavel K poznaniu koscov (Arachnida,Opiliones) vybraných lokalít na strednom a východnom Slovensku Journal Article Folia Faunistica Slovaca, 20 (1), pp. 31-35, 2015. @article{Mihál2014g, title = {K poznaniu koscov (Arachnida,Opiliones) vybraných lokalít na strednom a východnom Slovensku}, author = {Ivan Mihál and Boris Astaloš and Ľudmila Černecká and Peter Gajdoš and Anna Šestáková and Pavel Žila}, url = {http://www.ffs.sk/pdf/FFS-20-06-Mihal-et-al-2015.pdf}, year = {2015}, date = {2015-06-17}, journal = {Folia Faunistica Slovaca}, volume = {20}, number = {1}, pages = {31-35}, abstract = {In this paper we presented a summary list of harvestmen fauna from 16 localities (nine orographic units) of Central and East Slovakia of several unpublished researches in the period 2007–2014. Totally 24 species were recorded of which there are some new records for several orographic units. The species Astrobunus laevipes, Platybunus pallidus and Trogulus nepaeformis are new published findings to the Turčianska kotlina basin as well as Nemastoma lugubre and Oligolophus tridens are new to the Ipeľská and the Lučenecká kotlina basins. The highest number of new findings are from the least-explored localities as the Hornádska kotlina basin (12 species) and the Bachureň Mts (8 species).}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } In this paper we presented a summary list of harvestmen fauna from 16 localities (nine orographic units) of Central and East Slovakia of several unpublished researches in the period 2007–2014. Totally 24 species were recorded of which there are some new records for several orographic units. The species Astrobunus laevipes, Platybunus pallidus and Trogulus nepaeformis are new published findings to the Turčianska kotlina basin as well as Nemastoma lugubre and Oligolophus tridens are new to the Ipeľská and the Lučenecká kotlina basins. The highest number of new findings are from the least-explored localities as the Hornádska kotlina basin (12 species) and the Bachureň Mts (8 species). |
Mihál, Ivan; Gajdoš, Peter; Žila, Pavel Harvestmen (Arachnida: Opiliones) of open biotopes in the Poloniny National Park (north-eastern Slovakia) Journal Article Fragmenta Faunistica, 58 (1), pp. 51-58, 2015. @article{Mihál2015c, title = {Harvestmen (Arachnida: Opiliones) of open biotopes in the Poloniny National Park (north-eastern Slovakia)}, author = {Ivan Mihál and Peter Gajdoš and Pavel Žila }, year = {2015}, date = {2015-06-16}, journal = {Fragmenta Faunistica}, volume = {58}, number = {1}, pages = {51-58}, abstract = {Opiliofauna of open biotopes in the Poloniny National Park (NP) is presented. The biotopes include the variably utilized or successively overgrowing grasslands. During the period 2011–2013, we found 21 species of harvestmen which represent 60% of the Slovak opiliofauna. The highly eudominant species was Phalangium opilio. The open and sunny biotopes as meadows and pastures proved to be typical habitats for P. opilio and Oligolophus tridens. Other dominant species were: Trogulus nepaeformis and Lacinius ephippiatus. The Carpathian endemics: Paranemastoma kochi and Ischyropsalis manicata as well as thermophilic species Egaenus convexus, Lacinius horridus and Zachaeus crista were also found in the study sites.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Opiliofauna of open biotopes in the Poloniny National Park (NP) is presented. The biotopes include the variably utilized or successively overgrowing grasslands. During the period 2011–2013, we found 21 species of harvestmen which represent 60% of the Slovak opiliofauna. The highly eudominant species was Phalangium opilio. The open and sunny biotopes as meadows and pastures proved to be typical habitats for P. opilio and Oligolophus tridens. Other dominant species were: Trogulus nepaeformis and Lacinius ephippiatus. The Carpathian endemics: Paranemastoma kochi and Ischyropsalis manicata as well as thermophilic species Egaenus convexus, Lacinius horridus and Zachaeus crista were also found in the study sites. |
Mihál, Ivan; Cicák, Alojz; Tsakov, Hristo Beech (Fagus sylvatica L.) bark necrotic damage as a serious phytopathological problem in Central and Southeastern Europe Journal Article Journal of Forest Science, 61 (1), pp. 7-17, 2015. @article{Mihál2015b, title = {Beech (Fagus sylvatica L.) bark necrotic damage as a serious phytopathological problem in Central and Southeastern Europe}, author = {Ivan Mihál and Alojz Cicák and Hristo Tsakov }, url = {https://www.agriculturejournals.cz/publicFiles/82_2013-JFS.pdf}, year = {2015}, date = {2015-06-10}, journal = {Journal of Forest Science}, volume = {61}, number = {1}, pages = {7-17}, abstract = {The results of long-term monitoring of beech bark necrotic damage in a mature stands in Czech Republic, Slovakia, Poland, Hungary, Romania, Serbia and Bulgaria are presented in paper. Overall, 10,863 beech trees were evaluated at 121 localities. The majority of trees (6,679) were evaluated at 55 localities in Slovakia and the remaining 2,684 trees at 50 localities in Bulgaria. In each country, we noted a wide interval of the values of beech stem necrotization index (ISN) – e.g. in Bulgaria from 0.22 to 1.50 and in Slovakia from 0.53 to 1.97. The average value of ISN in Slovakia (1.22) was higher than the value in all other countries except for the Czech Republic (1.35). Overall, in Bulgaria, we found a more favourable state of beech bark necrotic damage than in Slovakia. As much as 80% of the Bulgarian localities had ISN values < 1.1 compared to only 49.1% of the Slovakian localities. At the same time, 12.7% of the Slovakian localities had ISN values > 1.5, whilst there was no Bulgarian locality recorded in this interval. We consider Slovakia and Bulgaria as the countries where the issue of beech bark necrotic damage is relatively well established.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } The results of long-term monitoring of beech bark necrotic damage in a mature stands in Czech Republic, Slovakia, Poland, Hungary, Romania, Serbia and Bulgaria are presented in paper. Overall, 10,863 beech trees were evaluated at 121 localities. The majority of trees (6,679) were evaluated at 55 localities in Slovakia and the remaining 2,684 trees at 50 localities in Bulgaria. In each country, we noted a wide interval of the values of beech stem necrotization index (ISN) – e.g. in Bulgaria from 0.22 to 1.50 and in Slovakia from 0.53 to 1.97. The average value of ISN in Slovakia (1.22) was higher than the value in all other countries except for the Czech Republic (1.35). Overall, in Bulgaria, we found a more favourable state of beech bark necrotic damage than in Slovakia. As much as 80% of the Bulgarian localities had ISN values < 1.1 compared to only 49.1% of the Slovakian localities. At the same time, 12.7% of the Slovakian localities had ISN values > 1.5, whilst there was no Bulgarian locality recorded in this interval. We consider Slovakia and Bulgaria as the countries where the issue of beech bark necrotic damage is relatively well established. |
Bíliková, K; Huang, S.Ch.; Lin, I P; Šimúth, J; Peng, Ch.Ch. Structure and antimicrobial activity relationship of royalisin, an antimicrobial peptide from royal jelly of Apis mellifera. Journal Article Peptides, 68 , pp. 190–196, 2015. @article{K.2015b, title = {Structure and antimicrobial activity relationship of royalisin, an antimicrobial peptide from royal jelly of \textit{Apis mellifera}.}, author = {K. Bíliková and S.Ch. Huang and I.P. Lin and J. Šimúth and Ch.Ch. Peng}, url = {http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0196978115000595}, doi = {10.1016/j.peptides.2015.03.001}, year = {2015}, date = {2015-06-01}, journal = {Peptides}, volume = {68}, pages = {190–196}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } |
Havašová, M; Bucha, T; Ferenčík, J; Jakuš, R Applicability of a vegetation indices-based method to map bark beetle outbreaks in the High Tatra Mountains Journal Article Annals of Forest Research, 58 (2), pp. 295-310, 2015. @article{Havašová2015, title = {Applicability of a vegetation indices-based method to map bark beetle outbreaks in the High Tatra Mountains}, author = {M. Havašová and T. Bucha and J. Ferenčík and R. Jakuš}, url = {http://afrjournal.org/index.php/afr/article/viewFile/388/466}, year = {2015}, date = {2015-05-18}, journal = {Annals of Forest Research}, volume = {58}, number = {2}, pages = {295-310}, abstract = {Automatic identification of forest patches disturbed by the spruce bark beetle Ips typographus L. is crucial to reveal the rules of following bark beetle outbreaks on the landscape scale. Landsat imagery provides free resources to outline past and present gradations of bark beetle outbreaks (BBOs). The objective of this study is to identify the most sensitive vegetation index through different method of vegetation index differencing to identify past and actual bark beetle outbreaks. Six Landsat Thematic Mapper (TM) images, from 2005–2009 and 2011, were converted into selected vegetation indices (VIs) sensitive to conifer tree health in a Norway spruce–dominated forest in the High Tatra Mountains. The Vegetation Condition Index (VCI), Moisture Stress Index (MSI), Normalised Difference Moisture Index (NDMI), Normalised Difference Vegetation Index (NDVI), Disturbance Index (DI) and Changed Disturbance Index (DI´) were calculated separately for every year, and the methodology of vegetation index differencing was applied to multiple two-year time periods (2005–2006, 2006–2007, 2007–2008, 2008–2009 and 2010–2011), thus producing the Changed Vegetation Index (ΔVI). A set of thresholds was established on ΔVI to classify disturbed and undisturbed forest due to BBOs; the sensitivity of different VIs to identify BBO was equally evaluated. The highest accuracies of classifications were reached in 2007 and 2011 (kappa index of agreement >70% and >40%, respectively), which were characterised by an epidemic phase of a BBO. All selected VIs were highly sensitive to BBOs, except for NDVI. The stable threshold value for change detection is not widely applicable to detect past forest disturbances caused by bark beetles, however. Finally, for further research of the epidemic phases of BBOs, we recommend the utilisation of the vegetation indices VCI, MSI and NDMI to detect BBOs because of their simplicity and easy interpretability}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Automatic identification of forest patches disturbed by the spruce bark beetle Ips typographus L. is crucial to reveal the rules of following bark beetle outbreaks on the landscape scale. Landsat imagery provides free resources to outline past and present gradations of bark beetle outbreaks (BBOs). The objective of this study is to identify the most sensitive vegetation index through different method of vegetation index differencing to identify past and actual bark beetle outbreaks. Six Landsat Thematic Mapper (TM) images, from 2005–2009 and 2011, were converted into selected vegetation indices (VIs) sensitive to conifer tree health in a Norway spruce–dominated forest in the High Tatra Mountains. The Vegetation Condition Index (VCI), Moisture Stress Index (MSI), Normalised Difference Moisture Index (NDMI), Normalised Difference Vegetation Index (NDVI), Disturbance Index (DI) and Changed Disturbance Index (DI´) were calculated separately for every year, and the methodology of vegetation index differencing was applied to multiple two-year time periods (2005–2006, 2006–2007, 2007–2008, 2008–2009 and 2010–2011), thus producing the Changed Vegetation Index (ΔVI). A set of thresholds was established on ΔVI to classify disturbed and undisturbed forest due to BBOs; the sensitivity of different VIs to identify BBO was equally evaluated. The highest accuracies of classifications were reached in 2007 and 2011 (kappa index of agreement >70% and >40%, respectively), which were characterised by an epidemic phase of a BBO. All selected VIs were highly sensitive to BBOs, except for NDVI. The stable threshold value for change detection is not widely applicable to detect past forest disturbances caused by bark beetles, however. Finally, for further research of the epidemic phases of BBOs, we recommend the utilisation of the vegetation indices VCI, MSI and NDMI to detect BBOs because of their simplicity and easy interpretability |
Janík, R; Kellerová, D; Schieber, B Spatial and temporal variations in O3 concentration in Western Carpathian rural mountain enviornments Journal Article Polish Journal of Environmental Studies, 24 (5), pp. 2003-2008, 2015. @article{R.2015b, title = {Spatial and temporal variations in O_{3} concentration in Western Carpathian rural mountain enviornments}, author = {R. Janík and D. Kellerová and B. Schieber}, url = {http://www.pjoes.com/pdf/24.5/Pol.J.Environ.Stud.Vol.24.No.5.2003-2008.pdf}, year = {2015}, date = {2015-05-14}, journal = {Polish Journal of Environmental Studies}, volume = {24}, number = {5}, pages = {2003-2008}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } |
Barna, M; Bošeľa, M Tree species diversity change in natural regeneration of a beech forest under different management Journal Article Forest Ecology and Management, 342 , pp. 93–102, 2015. @article{M.2015, title = {Tree species diversity change in natural regeneration of a beech forest under different management}, author = {M. Barna and M. Bošeľa}, url = {http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0378112715000195}, doi = {10.1016/j.foreco.2015.01.017}, year = {2015}, date = {2015-04-15}, journal = {Forest Ecology and Management}, volume = {342}, pages = {93–102}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } |
Ježík, M; Blaženec, M; Letts, M G; Ditmarová, Ľ; Sitková, Z; Střelcová, K Assessing seasonal drought stress response in Norway spruce (Picea abies (L.) Karst.) by monitoring stem circumference and sap flow Journal Article Ecohydrology, 8 (3), pp. 378–386, 2015. @article{M.2015b, title = {Assessing seasonal drought stress response in Norway spruce (\textit{Picea abies} (L.) Karst.) by monitoring stem circumference and sap flow}, author = {M. Ježík and M. Blaženec and M.G. Letts and Ľ. Ditmarová and Z. Sitková and K. Střelcová}, url = {http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/eco.1536/full}, year = {2015}, date = {2015-04-01}, journal = {Ecohydrology}, volume = {8}, number = {3}, pages = {378–386}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } |
Nováková, M; Bulková, A; Costa, F B; Krištín, A; Krist, M; Krause, F; Líznarová, E; Labruna, M B; Literák, I Molecular characterization of 'Candidatus Rickettsia vini' in Ixodes arboricola from the Czech Republic and Slovakia Journal Article Ticks and Tick-Borne Diseases, 6 (3), pp. 330–333, 2015. @article{M.2015b, title = {Molecular characterization of '\textit{Candidatus} Rickettsia vini' in \textit{Ixodes arboricola} from the Czech Republic and Slovakia}, author = {M. Nováková and A. Bulková and F.B. Costa and A. Krištín and M. Krist and F. Krause and E. Líznarová and M.B. Labruna and I. Literák}, url = {http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1877959X15000321}, year = {2015}, date = {2015-04-01}, journal = {Ticks and Tick-Borne Diseases}, volume = {6}, number = {3}, pages = {330–333}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } |
Parák, M; Kulfan, J; Zach, P Are the moth larvae able to withstand tree fall caused by wind storm? Journal Article Annals of Forest Research, 58 (1), pp. 185-190, 2015. @article{Parák2015, title = {Are the moth larvae able to withstand tree fall caused by wind storm?}, author = {M. Parák and J. Kulfan and P. Zach}, url = {http://www.afrjournal.org/index.php/afr/article/view/346}, doi = {10.15287/afr.2015.346}, year = {2015}, date = {2015-03-18}, journal = {Annals of Forest Research}, volume = {58}, number = {1}, pages = {185-190}, abstract = {Wind storms play an important role in structuring European forests, however, the direct effects of strong wind on insects roosting in tree canopies are poorly known. In this study we assess the proportion of moth larvae which remain on Norway spruce (Picea abies [L.] Karst.) trees which have fallen during high winds. Next, we contribute to the knowledge of potential importance of such larvae in forests fragmented by local wind damage. We studied the effects of wind in spruce forest in the West Carpathians in March 2013. Branches were sampled from randomly chosen fallen and standing (undamaged) spruce trees in April 2013. Larvae or emerged moths were obtained from branches in the laboratory using photoeclectors. Assemblages of larvae were analysed at community level using several approaches. In total, 11 species of Lepidoptera were found on the branches, 10 of them overwinter as larvae and one as eggs. No differences were observed between abundance and species richness of larval assemblages on fallen and standing trees. Assemblages were very similar; there was no difference detected between standing and fallen trees. Overwintering larvae can successfully complete their development on wind-felled trees; hence, the emerged moths may contribute to greater infestation of standing spruce trees surviving wind disturbance.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Wind storms play an important role in structuring European forests, however, the direct effects of strong wind on insects roosting in tree canopies are poorly known. In this study we assess the proportion of moth larvae which remain on Norway spruce (Picea abies [L.] Karst.) trees which have fallen during high winds. Next, we contribute to the knowledge of potential importance of such larvae in forests fragmented by local wind damage. We studied the effects of wind in spruce forest in the West Carpathians in March 2013. Branches were sampled from randomly chosen fallen and standing (undamaged) spruce trees in April 2013. Larvae or emerged moths were obtained from branches in the laboratory using photoeclectors. Assemblages of larvae were analysed at community level using several approaches. In total, 11 species of Lepidoptera were found on the branches, 10 of them overwinter as larvae and one as eggs. No differences were observed between abundance and species richness of larval assemblages on fallen and standing trees. Assemblages were very similar; there was no difference detected between standing and fallen trees. Overwintering larvae can successfully complete their development on wind-felled trees; hence, the emerged moths may contribute to greater infestation of standing spruce trees surviving wind disturbance. |
Sirbu, C; Ferus, P; Eliáš, Jun P; Samuil, C; Oprea, A Symphyotrichum ciliatum in Romania: trends of spread and invaded plant communities. Journal Article Open Life Sciences, 10 (1), pp. 159–176, 2015. @article{C.2015, title = {\textit{Symphyotrichum ciliatum} in Romania: trends of spread and invaded plant communities.}, author = {C. Sirbu and P. Ferus and P. Jun Eliáš and C. Samuil and A. Oprea}, url = {https://www.degruyter.com/view/j/biol.2015.10.issue-1/biol-2015-0018/biol-2015-0018.xml}, year = {2015}, date = {2015-03-16}, journal = {Open Life Sciences}, volume = {10}, number = {1}, pages = {159–176}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } |
Kaňuch, P; Aghová, T; Meheretu, Y; Šumbera, R; Bryja, J New discoveries on the ecology and echolocation of the heart-nosed bat Cardioderma cor with a contribution to the phylogeny of Megadermatidae Journal Article African Zoology, 50 , pp. 53-57, 2015. @article{P.2015b, title = {New discoveries on the ecology and echolocation of the heart-nosed bat Cardioderma cor with a contribution to the phylogeny of Megadermatidae}, author = {P. Kaňuch and T. Aghová and Y. Meheretu and R. Šumbera and J. Bryja}, url = {http://www.tandfonline.com/doi/pdf/10.1080/15627020.2015.1021711}, year = {2015}, date = {2015-03-16}, journal = {African Zoology}, volume = {50}, pages = {53-57}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } |
Pšidová, E; Ditmarová, Ľ; Jamnická, G; Kurjak, D; Majerová, J; Czajkowski, T; Bolte, A Photosynthetic response of beech seedlings of different origin to water deficit Journal Article Photosynthetica, 53 (2), pp. 187–194, 2015. @article{E.2015, title = {Photosynthetic response of beech seedlings of different origin to water deficit}, author = {E. Pšidová and Ľ. Ditmarová and G. Jamnická and D. Kurjak and J. Majerová and T. Czajkowski and A. Bolte}, url = {http://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s11099-015-0101-x}, year = {2015}, date = {2015-03-02}, journal = {Photosynthetica}, volume = {53}, number = {2}, pages = {187–194}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } |
Kuklová, M; Hniličková, H; Kukla, J; Hnilička, F Environmental impact of the Al smelter on physiology and macronutrient contents in plants and Cambisols Journal Article Plant, Soil and Environment, 61 (2), pp. 72-78, 2015. @article{M.2015b, title = {Environmental impact of the Al smelter on physiology and macronutrient contents in plants and Cambisols}, author = {M. Kuklová and H. Hniličková and J. Kukla and F. Hnilička}, url = {http://www.agriculturejournals.cz/publicFiles/144698.pdf}, year = {2015}, date = {2015-01-20}, journal = {Plant, Soil and Environment}, volume = {61}, number = {2}, pages = {72-78}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } |
Adamčíková, K; Ondrušková, E; Kádasi-Horáková, M; Botu, M; Kobza, M; Achim, G Distribution and population structure of the chestnut blight fungus in Romania Journal Article Plant Protection Science, 51 (3), pp. 141-149, 2015. @article{Adamčíková2015, title = {Distribution and population structure of the chestnut blight fungus in Romania}, author = {K. Adamčíková and E. Ondrušková and M. Kádasi-Horáková and M. Botu and M. Kobza and G. Achim}, url = {http://www.agriculturejournals.cz/publicFiles/157004.pdf}, doi = {10.17221/52/2014-PPS}, year = {2015}, date = {2015-01-01}, journal = {Plant Protection Science}, volume = {51}, number = {3}, pages = {141-149}, abstract = {The occurrence of chestnut blight (Cryphonectria parasitica) was studied in 2011-2012 at 13 locations in the main chestnut growing areas of Romania. Infections were detected at four localities. The symptoms and the fungus were detected on European chestnut (four localities) and also on oak trees (two localities). A total of 89 isolates of C. parasitica were isolated and characterised. Based on canker and isolate morphology (culture morphology and the Bavendamm test), both virulent and hypovirulent samples were isolated; hypovirulent isolates were found at only one locality. Two vegetative compatibility types corresponding to EU-12 and EU-2 were identified among isolates. Both mating types were found, with a dominance of MAT-1 in southern Romania and MAT-2 in northern Romania.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } The occurrence of chestnut blight (Cryphonectria parasitica) was studied in 2011-2012 at 13 locations in the main chestnut growing areas of Romania. Infections were detected at four localities. The symptoms and the fungus were detected on European chestnut (four localities) and also on oak trees (two localities). A total of 89 isolates of C. parasitica were isolated and characterised. Based on canker and isolate morphology (culture morphology and the Bavendamm test), both virulent and hypovirulent samples were isolated; hypovirulent isolates were found at only one locality. Two vegetative compatibility types corresponding to EU-12 and EU-2 were identified among isolates. Both mating types were found, with a dominance of MAT-1 in southern Romania and MAT-2 in northern Romania. |
Jakuš, R; Cudlín, P; Slivinský, J; Mezei, P; Majdák, A; Blaženec, M Ústav ekológie lesa, Slovenská akadémia vied, Zvolen, 2015, ISBN: 978-80-89408-22-1. @book{Jakuš2015, title = {Hodnotenie zdravotného stavu smreka vo vzťahu smreka k náletu podkôrneho hmyzu a k odumieraniu lesa [Evaluation of Norway spruce helath status in relationships with bark beetle outbreak and forest dying]}, author = {R. Jakuš and P. Cudlín and J. Slivinský and P. Mezei and A. Majdák and M. Blaženec}, url = {https://www.researchgate.net/publication/280014410_Hodnotenie_zdravotneho_stavu_smreka_vo_vztahu_k_naletu_podkorneho_hmyzu_a_k_odumieraniu_lesa}, isbn = {978-80-89408-22-1}, year = {2015}, date = {2015-01-01}, booktitle = {Prognosticko-informačné systémy pre zvýšenie efektívnosti manažmentu lesa}, publisher = {Ústav ekológie lesa, Slovenská akadémia vied}, address = {Zvolen}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {book} } |
Pekár, S; Michalko, R; Loverre, P; Líznarová, E; Černecká, Ľ Biological control in winter: novel evidence for the importance of generalist predators. Journal Article Journal of Applied Ecology, 52 (1), pp. 270-279, 2015, ISBN: 978-80-224-1618-4. @article{S.2015, title = {Biological control in winter: novel evidence for the importance of generalist predators.}, author = {S. Pekár and R. Michalko and P. Loverre and E. Líznarová and Ľ. Černecká}, url = {http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/1365-2664.12363/pdf}, isbn = {978-80-224-1618-4}, year = {2015}, date = {2015-01-01}, journal = {Journal of Applied Ecology}, volume = {52}, number = {1}, pages = {270-279}, abstract = { The monograph is focused on Slovak spider names recorded in our country, on the history of Slovak names and basic rules of zoological nomenclature. Moreover it briefly discussed spider ecology and phylogeny, and is also a guide to Slovakian spider families. In the history of the Slovak language was largely suppressed, therefore the formation of the Slovak spider nomenclature was more or less confined to a few common and remarkable species (e. g. Araneus diadematus, Tegenaria domestica). First Slovak spider names appeared in the second half of the 19th century in natural history schoolbooks. Improvements of the Slovak nomenclature continued in 20th century by translators S. Klima, R. Klačko, A. Gutteková, I. Zmoray and others. The first important milestone in Slovak spider nomeclature was made by O. Žitnanská in the encyclopedia “Z našej prírody” (1981) presented 29 species. Next significant changes of Slovak nomenclature formed mostly in the last decade. One of the meaningful, although unpublished work, is the bachelor thesis by Korenko (2004), which listed Slovak names for 62 species and 20 spider families. However most of the names seems to be influenced by Czech nomenclature by Kůrka, Kovařík(2003). He publicized all his names and thesis on his website, which included family determination key. Thanks to this page Slovak spider names of species and their families has been available to the general public. Few years later came out the monograph about High Tatras, which listed Slovak names to 65 species (Svatoň, 2010). No other publication influenced Slovak spider nomenclature from that time. In conclusion, we found out 153species with Slovak names, represented approximately 16% of our arachnofauna. From all known Slovakian families only six lacked Slovak name. Interestingly, numerous variations of Slovak names were used dominantly for well-knownspecies e. g. Araneus diadematus, Argiope bruennichi, Teganaria domestica,Argyroneta aquatica, Dolomedes fimbriatus and Salticus sceniscus. Here we presented971 Slovak species names and 39 Slovak family names of our spiders. Additionaly to Slovak names we made an overview of scientific synonyms used in Slovak publications and known dubious names. Moreover the book offers to readers essential information and many interesting facts about spider families known from Slovakia. }, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } The monograph is focused on Slovak spider names recorded in our country, on the history of Slovak names and basic rules of zoological nomenclature. Moreover it briefly discussed spider ecology and phylogeny, and is also a guide to Slovakian spider families. In the history of the Slovak language was largely suppressed, therefore the formation of the Slovak spider nomenclature was more or less confined to a few common and remarkable species (e. g. Araneus diadematus, Tegenaria domestica). First Slovak spider names appeared in the second half of the 19th century in natural history schoolbooks. Improvements of the Slovak nomenclature continued in 20th century by translators S. Klima, R. Klačko, A. Gutteková, I. Zmoray and others. The first important milestone in Slovak spider nomeclature was made by O. Žitnanská in the encyclopedia “Z našej prírody” (1981) presented 29 species. Next significant changes of Slovak nomenclature formed mostly in the last decade. One of the meaningful, although unpublished work, is the bachelor thesis by Korenko (2004), which listed Slovak names for 62 species and 20 spider families. However most of the names seems to be influenced by Czech nomenclature by Kůrka, Kovařík(2003). He publicized all his names and thesis on his website, which included family determination key. Thanks to this page Slovak spider names of species and their families has been available to the general public. Few years later came out the monograph about High Tatras, which listed Slovak names to 65 species (Svatoň, 2010). No other publication influenced Slovak spider nomenclature from that time. In conclusion, we found out 153species with Slovak names, represented approximately 16% of our arachnofauna. From all known Slovakian families only six lacked Slovak name. Interestingly, numerous variations of Slovak names were used dominantly for well-knownspecies e. g. Araneus diadematus, Argiope bruennichi, Teganaria domestica,Argyroneta aquatica, Dolomedes fimbriatus and Salticus sceniscus. Here we presented971 Slovak species names and 39 Slovak family names of our spiders. Additionaly to Slovak names we made an overview of scientific synonyms used in Slovak publications and known dubious names. Moreover the book offers to readers essential information and many interesting facts about spider families known from Slovakia. |
Ivanová, H Fungi associated with a decline of Pinus nigra in urban greenery Journal Article Acta Fytotechnica et Zootechnica, 18 (2), pp. 36-43, 2015. @article{Ivanová2015b, title = {Fungi associated with a decline of Pinus nigra in urban greenery}, author = {H. Ivanová}, year = {2015}, date = {2015-01-01}, journal = {Acta Fytotechnica et Zootechnica}, volume = {18}, number = {2}, pages = {36-43}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } |
Kaňuch, P; Sliacka, A; Krištín, A Habitat-conditioned feeding behaviour in Barbitistes constrictus (Orthoptera: Tettigoniidae). Journal Article Open Life Sciences, 10 (1), pp. 1-6, 2015. @article{P.2015b, title = {Habitat-conditioned feeding behaviour in \textit{Barbitistes constrictus} (Orthoptera: Tettigoniidae).}, author = {P. Kaňuch and A. Sliacka and A. Krištín}, url = {https://www.degruyter.com/view/j/biol.2015.10.issue-1/biol-2015-0001/biol-2015-0001.xml}, year = {2015}, date = {2015-01-01}, journal = {Open Life Sciences}, volume = {10}, number = {1}, pages = {1-6}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } |
Kuklová, M; Kukla, J; Hniličková, H; Hnilička, F Physiological reaction of forest plants: Physiological reaction of dominant plant species in forest ecosystem Abieti-Fageta inferiora affected by air pollution Book Saarbrücken: Scholars' Press, 2015. @book{Kuklová2015, title = {Physiological reaction of forest plants: Physiological reaction of dominant plant species in forest ecosystem Abieti-Fageta inferiora affected by air pollution}, author = {M. Kuklová and J. Kukla and H. Hniličková and F. Hnilička}, year = {2015}, date = {2015-01-01}, pages = {48}, publisher = {Saarbrücken: Scholars' Press}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {book} } |
Dorková, M; Kocianová-Adamcová, A Lynx, 46 , pp. 19-28, 2015. @article{Dorková2015, title = {Population dynamics and spatial activity of small terrestrial mammals in the alpine zone of the Low Tatra Mts., Slovakia (Rodentia, Eulipotyphla)}, author = {M. Dorková and A. Kocianová-Adamcová }, url = {https://ife.sk/2015_dorkova/}, year = {2015}, date = {2015-01-01}, journal = {Lynx}, volume = {46}, pages = {19-28}, abstract = {Research on small terrestrial mammals in the alpine zone of the Nízke Tatry (Low Tatra) Mts. was carried out between 2011 and 2014. During 377 trapping sessions performed in this period, a total of 206 individuals were recorded using the capture-mark-recapture (CMR) method. The most frequently recorded species were Chionomys nivalis mirhanreini and Microtus tatricus, followed by Microtus agrestis, Clethrionomys glareolus, Apodemus flavicollis, Sorex araneus, and S. minutus. The presence of Clethrionomys glareolus in the alpine zone, in places without vegetation, with a continuous coverage of bare rocks refutes the allegations that this species is restricted to the sub-alpine zone covered by the dwarf pine. A similar pattern of seasonal dynamics of Apodemus flavicollis and Clethrionomys glareolus was found in the alpine zone, which might be a consequence of their overpopulation at lower altitudes. The signs of sexual activity of Chionomys nivalis observed in the autumn months (September-October) suggest that -- contrary to previous studies -- the species can remain sexually active even after the August peak. Our hypothesis is that the extended sexual activity of the species is a result of its synanthropisation and migration into nearby buildings. Due to the insufficient performance of the trapping method, there was some uncertainty in the quantitative estimation of Eulipotyphla population densities. Out of all species recorded, Microtus agrestis was the least trapped, suggesting that the alpine zone represents a suboptimal sink habitat for this species.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Research on small terrestrial mammals in the alpine zone of the Nízke Tatry (Low Tatra) Mts. was carried out between 2011 and 2014. During 377 trapping sessions performed in this period, a total of 206 individuals were recorded using the capture-mark-recapture (CMR) method. The most frequently recorded species were Chionomys nivalis mirhanreini and Microtus tatricus, followed by Microtus agrestis, Clethrionomys glareolus, Apodemus flavicollis, Sorex araneus, and S. minutus. The presence of Clethrionomys glareolus in the alpine zone, in places without vegetation, with a continuous coverage of bare rocks refutes the allegations that this species is restricted to the sub-alpine zone covered by the dwarf pine. A similar pattern of seasonal dynamics of Apodemus flavicollis and Clethrionomys glareolus was found in the alpine zone, which might be a consequence of their overpopulation at lower altitudes. The signs of sexual activity of Chionomys nivalis observed in the autumn months (September-October) suggest that -- contrary to previous studies -- the species can remain sexually active even after the August peak. Our hypothesis is that the extended sexual activity of the species is a result of its synanthropisation and migration into nearby buildings. Due to the insufficient performance of the trapping method, there was some uncertainty in the quantitative estimation of Eulipotyphla population densities. Out of all species recorded, Microtus agrestis was the least trapped, suggesting that the alpine zone represents a suboptimal sink habitat for this species. |
Jakuš, R; Blaženec, M; Gurtsev, A I; Holuša, J; Hroššo, B; Křenová, Z; Longauerová, V; Lukášová, K; Majdák, A; Mezei, P; Slivinský, J Ústav ekológie lesa, Slovenská akadémia vied, Zvolen, 2015, ISBN: 978-80-89408-21-4. @book{Jakuš2015b, title = {Princípy ochrany dospelých smrekových porastov pred podkôrnym hmyzom [Conservation principles of mature Norway spruce trees attacked by bark beetles]}, author = {R. Jakuš and M. Blaženec and A.I. Gurtsev and J. Holuša and B. Hroššo and Z. Křenová and V. Longauerová and K. Lukášová and A. Majdák and P. Mezei and J. Slivinský}, editor = {R. Jakuš and M. Blaženec}, url = {https://www.researchgate.net/publication/280883448_Principy_ochrany_dospelych_smrekovych_porastov_pred_podkornym_hmyzom}, isbn = {978-80-89408-21-4}, year = {2015}, date = {2015-01-01}, booktitle = {Prognosticko-informačné systémy pre zvýšenie efektívnosti manažmentu lesa}, publisher = {Ústav ekológie lesa, Slovenská akadémia vied}, address = {Zvolen}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {book} } |
Kobza, M; Ostrovský, R Škodcovia gaštana jedlého [Pests of European chestnut] Book Chapter Cagáň, Ľ (Ed.): Choroby a škodcovia záhradníckych rastlín, pp. 301-307, SPU v Nitre, Nitra, 1, 2015, ISBN: 978-80-552-1448-1. @inbook{Kobza2015, title = {Škodcovia gaštana jedlého [Pests of European chestnut]}, author = {M. Kobza and R. Ostrovský}, editor = {Ľ. Cagáň}, isbn = {978-80-552-1448-1}, year = {2015}, date = {2015-01-01}, booktitle = {Choroby a škodcovia záhradníckych rastlín}, pages = {301-307}, publisher = {SPU v Nitre}, address = {Nitra}, edition = {1}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {inbook} } |
Kobza, M; Ostrovský, R Škodcovia moruší [Pests of mulberries] Book Chapter Cagáň, Ľ (Ed.): Choroby a škodcovia záhradníckych rastlín, pp. 437-445, SPU v Nitre, Nitra, 1, 2015, ISBN: 978-80-552-1448-1. @inbook{Kobza2015b, title = {Škodcovia moruší [Pests of mulberries]}, author = {M. Kobza and R. Ostrovský}, editor = {Ľ. Cagáň}, isbn = {978-80-552-1448-1}, year = {2015}, date = {2015-01-01}, booktitle = {Choroby a škodcovia záhradníckych rastlín}, pages = {437-445}, publisher = {SPU v Nitre}, address = {Nitra}, edition = {1}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {inbook} } |
Kobza, M; Ostrovský, R Škodcovia orecha kráľovského [Pest of walnut] Book Chapter Cagáň, Ľ (Ed.): Choroby a škodcovia záhradníckych rastlín, pp. 293-299, SPU v Nitre, Nitra, 1, 2015, ISBN: 978-80-552-1448-1. @inbook{Kobza2015b, title = {Škodcovia orecha kráľovského [Pest of walnut]}, author = {M. Kobza and R. Ostrovský}, editor = {Ľ. Cagáň}, isbn = {978-80-552-1448-1}, year = {2015}, date = {2015-01-01}, booktitle = {Choroby a škodcovia záhradníckych rastlín}, pages = {293-299}, publisher = {SPU v Nitre}, address = {Nitra}, edition = {1}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {inbook} } |
Ivanová, H Sordaria fimicola (Ascomycota, Sordariales) on Acer palmatum Journal Article Folia Oecologica, 42 (1), pp. 67-71, 2015. @article{Ivanová2015, title = {Sordaria fimicola (Ascomycota, Sordariales) on Acer palmatum}, author = {H. Ivanová}, year = {2015}, date = {2015-01-01}, journal = {Folia Oecologica}, volume = {42}, number = {1}, pages = {67-71}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } |
Kubov, M The Relationship of Plant Phenology to the Activities of Bees Journal Article Životné prostredie, 49 (1), pp. 48-52, 2015, ISSN: 0044-4863 . @article{M.2015b, title = {The Relationship of Plant Phenology to the Activities of Bees}, author = {M. Kubov}, editor = {M. Kubov}, url = {http://147.213.211.222/node/3950}, issn = {0044-4863 }, year = {2015}, date = {2015-01-01}, journal = {Životné prostredie}, volume = {49}, number = {1}, pages = {48-52}, abstract = {The main aim of this contribution is to present a useful life of insects honey bees (Apis mellifera L.) in relationship to phenology. Phenology is studying periodicity of plant and animal life cycle events and how these are inflenced by seasonal and interannual variations in climate. Beekeeping is one part of the phenology. Beekeeping as the livestock sector, we not only provides products for human nutrition and health (honey, mead, propolis, pollen, wax etc.), but also helps to contact people with nature. A honey bee (or honeybee) is member of the genus Apis. The primarily it is by the production and storage of honey and the construction of perennial, colonial nests from wax. Species of Apis are floral visitors in general. They pollinate a large variety of plants, but any case all plants. Only honey bees species Apis mellifera L. has been used extensively for commercial pollination of crops and other plants (pollinate 73 % plant from 80 % which pollinate insects).}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } The main aim of this contribution is to present a useful life of insects honey bees (Apis mellifera L.) in relationship to phenology. Phenology is studying periodicity of plant and animal life cycle events and how these are inflenced by seasonal and interannual variations in climate. Beekeeping is one part of the phenology. Beekeeping as the livestock sector, we not only provides products for human nutrition and health (honey, mead, propolis, pollen, wax etc.), but also helps to contact people with nature. A honey bee (or honeybee) is member of the genus Apis. The primarily it is by the production and storage of honey and the construction of perennial, colonial nests from wax. Species of Apis are floral visitors in general. They pollinate a large variety of plants, but any case all plants. Only honey bees species Apis mellifera L. has been used extensively for commercial pollination of crops and other plants (pollinate 73 % plant from 80 % which pollinate insects). |
Schieber, B; Kubov, M; Pavelka, M; Janík, R Vegetation dynamics of herb layer in managed submountain beech forest Journal Article Folia Oecologica, 42 (1), pp. 35-45, 2015, ISSN: 1336-5266. @article{Schieber2015b, title = {Vegetation dynamics of herb layer in managed submountain beech forest}, author = {B. Schieber and M. Kubov and M. Pavelka and R. Janík}, url = {https://ife.sk/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/folia_42_1_2015_zmen.pdf}, issn = {1336-5266}, year = {2015}, date = {2015-01-01}, journal = {Folia Oecologica}, volume = {42}, number = {1}, pages = {35-45}, abstract = {Dynamics of herb layer within two communities in managed submountain beech forest was studied. Sam- pling was done on three differently managed forest plots over the period of 16 years (1995–2011). The first plot was situated in an original 110-year-old beech stand (control), the second was covered by a thicket (in 2011 – aged ca 23 years) developed after clear-cut. At the third plot, several interventions were performed along with a gradual reduction of the original stand density, and finally the parent stand was completely felled. Results revealed conspicuous changes in community structure, especially in species richness and composition. Also, changes in population dynamics of two dominant herb species were observed, mainly on the managed plots. Using Shannon-Wiener′s index we ranked the communities to the category with low-diversity, however increasing diversity was denoted on the area with complete removal of the tree layer. Bioindication using the Ellenberg’s indicator values for selected ecological factors (temperature, light, soil moisture and nitrogen content) was used to find a reflection of the human-caused environmental changes on herb layer structure in a beech forest. Mean values for the both light and nitrogen content were changed significantly only on the managed plots, while no biologically significant changes in mean values for the both temperature and soil moisture were found.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Dynamics of herb layer within two communities in managed submountain beech forest was studied. Sam- pling was done on three differently managed forest plots over the period of 16 years (1995–2011). The first plot was situated in an original 110-year-old beech stand (control), the second was covered by a thicket (in 2011 – aged ca 23 years) developed after clear-cut. At the third plot, several interventions were performed along with a gradual reduction of the original stand density, and finally the parent stand was completely felled. Results revealed conspicuous changes in community structure, especially in species richness and composition. Also, changes in population dynamics of two dominant herb species were observed, mainly on the managed plots. Using Shannon-Wiener′s index we ranked the communities to the category with low-diversity, however increasing diversity was denoted on the area with complete removal of the tree layer. Bioindication using the Ellenberg’s indicator values for selected ecological factors (temperature, light, soil moisture and nitrogen content) was used to find a reflection of the human-caused environmental changes on herb layer structure in a beech forest. Mean values for the both light and nitrogen content were changed significantly only on the managed plots, while no biologically significant changes in mean values for the both temperature and soil moisture were found. |
Streberová, E; Jusková, Ľ Standards of quality for outdoor recreation in Tatra National Park: a contribution to integrated visitor monitoring and management Journal Article Ecologia Montana, 7 (1), pp. 56-65, 2015. @article{E.2015b, title = {Standards of quality for outdoor recreation in Tatra National Park: a contribution to integrated visitor monitoring and management}, author = {E. Streberová and Ľ. Jusková}, url = {http://epub.oeaw.ac.at/0xc1aa500e_0x0031dc91.pdf}, year = {2015}, date = {2015-01-01}, journal = {Ecologia Montana}, volume = {7}, number = {1}, pages = {56-65}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } |
Skiba, S; Koreň, M; Drewnik, M; Kukla, J VI.I. Gleby - Pôdy - Soils [28 mapových listov] Book Chapter Atlas Tatr-przyroda nieozywiona - Atlas Tatier-neživá príroda - Atlas of the Tatra Mts.-abiotic nature, Tatrzański Park Narodowy, Zakopane, 2015, ISBN: 978-83-61788-91-1. @inbook{Skiba2015, title = {VI.I. Gleby - Pôdy - Soils [28 mapových listov]}, author = {S. Skiba and M. Koreň and M. Drewnik and J. Kukla}, isbn = {978-83-61788-91-1}, year = {2015}, date = {2015-01-01}, booktitle = {Atlas Tatr-przyroda nieozywiona - Atlas Tatier-neživá príroda - Atlas of the Tatra Mts.-abiotic nature}, publisher = {Tatrzański Park Narodowy}, address = {Zakopane}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {inbook} } |
Ostrovský, R; Kobza, M Význam starostlivosti o dreviny vo verejnej zeleni Proceeding Ústav ekológie lesa SAV Zvolen, Pobočka biológie drevín Nitra, Nitra, 2015, ISBN: 978-80-89408-19-1. @proceedings{Ostrovský2015, title = {Význam starostlivosti o dreviny vo verejnej zeleni}, author = {R. Ostrovský and M. Kobza}, editor = {P. Hrubík and H. Ivanová}, isbn = {978-80-89408-19-1}, year = {2015}, date = {2015-01-01}, booktitle = {Zborník príspevkov z konferencie s medzinárodnou účasťou, 28. - 29. 4 2015, Nitra [Importance of care of trees in urban area: conference proceedings]}, pages = {159}, publisher = {Ústav ekológie lesa SAV Zvolen, Pobočka biológie drevín Nitra}, address = {Nitra}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {proceedings} } |
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Fornůsková, A; Petit, E J; Bartonička, T; Kaňuch, P; Butet, A; Rehák, Z; Bryja, J Strong matrilineal structure in common pipistrelle bats (Pipistrellus pipistrellus) is associated with variability in echolocation calls Journal Article Biological Journal of the Linnean Society, 113 (4), pp. 1115–1125, 2014. @article{A.2014, title = {Strong matrilineal structure in common pipistrelle bats (\textit{Pipistrellus pipistrellus}) is associated with variability in echolocation calls}, author = {A. Fornůsková and E.J. Petit and T. Bartonička and P. Kaňuch and A. Butet and Z. Rehák and J. Bryja}, url = {http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/bij.12381/abstract}, year = {2014}, date = {2014-12-01}, journal = {Biological Journal of the Linnean Society}, volume = {113}, number = {4}, pages = {1115–1125}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } |
Uváčková, Ľ; Ondrušková, E; Danchenko, M; Škultéty, Ľ; Miernyk, J A; Hrubík, P; Hajduch, M Establishing a leaf proteome reference map for Ginkgo biloba provides insight into potential ethnobotanical uses Journal Article Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, 62 (47), pp. 11547–11556, 2014. @article{Ľ.2014b, title = {Establishing a leaf proteome reference map for Ginkgo biloba provides insight into potential ethnobotanical uses}, author = {Ľ. Uváčková and E. Ondrušková and M. Danchenko and Ľ. Škultéty and J.A. Miernyk and P. Hrubík and M. Hajduch}, url = {https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/25365400}, year = {2014}, date = {2014-11-26}, journal = {Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry}, volume = {62}, number = {47}, pages = {11547–11556}, abstract = {Ginkgo (Maidenhair tree, Ginkgo biloba L.), is an ancient medicinal and ornamental tree. However, systematic proteomics study of ginkgo leaves is still missing. Herein we performed initial study of ginkgo leaf proteome and established reference map. Proteins were isolated from fully developed mature leaves in biological triplicate and analyzed with two-dimensional gel electrophoresis in combination with tandem mass spectrometry and intensive bioinformatics. This approach reliably quantified 190 protein spots out of which 158 proteins were identified by mass spectrometry. These proteins were used to establish the reference map of ginkgo leaf proteome. Most of identified proteins were associated with Energy followed by Protein Destination and Storage. The identity of identified proteins confirmed accumulation of flavonoids and other phenolic compounds in mature leaves. This study also revealed proteins whose function is not yet known. Interestingly, second most abundant unknown protein was found to be similar to protein characterized in the king cobra. Proteins with unknown function detected in this study constitute pool of potential targets for metabolic engineering. }, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Ginkgo (Maidenhair tree, Ginkgo biloba L.), is an ancient medicinal and ornamental tree. However, systematic proteomics study of ginkgo leaves is still missing. Herein we performed initial study of ginkgo leaf proteome and established reference map. Proteins were isolated from fully developed mature leaves in biological triplicate and analyzed with two-dimensional gel electrophoresis in combination with tandem mass spectrometry and intensive bioinformatics. This approach reliably quantified 190 protein spots out of which 158 proteins were identified by mass spectrometry. These proteins were used to establish the reference map of ginkgo leaf proteome. Most of identified proteins were associated with Energy followed by Protein Destination and Storage. The identity of identified proteins confirmed accumulation of flavonoids and other phenolic compounds in mature leaves. This study also revealed proteins whose function is not yet known. Interestingly, second most abundant unknown protein was found to be similar to protein characterized in the king cobra. Proteins with unknown function detected in this study constitute pool of potential targets for metabolic engineering. |
Mezei, P; Grodzki, W; Blaženec, M; Škvarenina, J; Brandýsová, V; Jakuš, R Host and site factors affecting tree mortality caused by the spruce bark beetle (Ips typographus) in mountainous conditions Journal Article Forest Ecology and Management, 331 , pp. 196–207, 2014. @article{P.2014b, title = {Host and site factors affecting tree mortality caused by the spruce bark beetle (\textit{Ips typographus}) in mountainous conditions}, author = {P. Mezei and W. Grodzki and M. Blaženec and J. Škvarenina and V. Brandýsová and R. Jakuš}, url = {http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0378112714004691}, year = {2014}, date = {2014-11-01}, journal = {Forest Ecology and Management}, volume = {331}, pages = {196–207}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } |
Montalva, C; Barta, M; Rojas, E; Gutiérez, M; Valenzuela, E Neozygites species associated with aphids in Chile: current status and new reports Journal Article Mycotaxon, 129 (2), pp. 233-245, 2014, ISSN: 2154-8889. @article{Montalva2014, title = {\textit{Neozygites} species associated with aphids in Chile: current status and new reports}, author = {C. Montalva and M. Barta and E. Rojas and M. Gutiérez and E. Valenzuela}, url = {http://www.ingentaconnect.com/content/mtax/mt/2015/00000129/00000002/art00005}, doi = {DOI: https://doi.org/10.5248/129.233}, issn = {2154-8889}, year = {2014}, date = {2014-10-01}, journal = {Mycotaxon}, volume = {129}, number = {2}, pages = {233-245}, abstract = {Three species of Neozygites were recorded during a 2007–13 survey of the occurrence of the genus on aphids in Chile. Neozygites osornensis is known from recent studies, and N. fresenii and N. cinarae are reported as new records for Chile. Neozygites lageniformis, which was not found during the survey, had been recorded previously in Chile. Morphological descriptions, symptoms on infected insects, host spectrum, and geographical distribution of all four species are presented, and a key to Neozygites species associated with aphids in Chile is included. These fungi, which are important natural enemies of aphids, may be considered for future aphid pest control.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Three species of Neozygites were recorded during a 2007–13 survey of the occurrence of the genus on aphids in Chile. Neozygites osornensis is known from recent studies, and N. fresenii and N. cinarae are reported as new records for Chile. Neozygites lageniformis, which was not found during the survey, had been recorded previously in Chile. Morphological descriptions, symptoms on infected insects, host spectrum, and geographical distribution of all four species are presented, and a key to Neozygites species associated with aphids in Chile is included. These fungi, which are important natural enemies of aphids, may be considered for future aphid pest control. |
Hrivnák, R; Gömöry, D; Slezák, M; Ujházy, K; Hédl, R; Jarčuška, B; Ujházyová, M Species richness pattern along altitudinal gradient in central European beech forests Journal Article Folia Geobotanica, 49 (3), pp. 425–441, 2014. @article{Hrivnák2014, title = {Species richness pattern along altitudinal gradient in central European beech forests}, author = {R. Hrivnák and D. Gömöry and M. Slezák and K. Ujházy and R. Hédl and B. Jarčuška and M. Ujházyová}, url = {http://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s12224-013-9174-0}, doi = {10.1007/s12224-013-9174-0}, year = {2014}, date = {2014-09-01}, journal = {Folia Geobotanica}, volume = {49}, number = {3}, pages = {425–441}, abstract = {The unimodal species richness-altitude distribution pattern seems to be universal. To investigate the validity of this phenomenon in homogeneous substrate and vegetation conditions, we sampled beech-dominated forests in five volcanic mountain ranges in the Western Carpathians. European beech (Fagus sylvatica L.) formed monodominant closed-canopy stands at altitudes from 300 to 1,200 m. Along this gradient, the influence of beech on understory plant species richness was expected to be strong and uniform. The shape of the species richness-altitude relationship was analyzed for three datasets: herb layer, shrub layer, and both layers merged together. Contrary to prediction, the studied species richness-altitude relationship was inversely unimodal, with a minimum at intermediate altitudes. Quadratic regression models were statistically significant for all three datasets (P<0.001) and the explained variability ranged from 12 % to 20 %. The possible explanation for the observed pattern is twofold. In the central part of the altitudinal gradient, low species richness is due to strong competition by monodominant beech with accumulation of leaf litter and uptake soil resources, mainly water. This influence is somewhat released towards the margins of the gradient. Secondly, the species pool from the neighbouring communities increases species richness only in the lower parts of the altitudinal gradient.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } The unimodal species richness-altitude distribution pattern seems to be universal. To investigate the validity of this phenomenon in homogeneous substrate and vegetation conditions, we sampled beech-dominated forests in five volcanic mountain ranges in the Western Carpathians. European beech (Fagus sylvatica L.) formed monodominant closed-canopy stands at altitudes from 300 to 1,200 m. Along this gradient, the influence of beech on understory plant species richness was expected to be strong and uniform. The shape of the species richness-altitude relationship was analyzed for three datasets: herb layer, shrub layer, and both layers merged together. Contrary to prediction, the studied species richness-altitude relationship was inversely unimodal, with a minimum at intermediate altitudes. Quadratic regression models were statistically significant for all three datasets (P<0.001) and the explained variability ranged from 12 % to 20 %. The possible explanation for the observed pattern is twofold. In the central part of the altitudinal gradient, low species richness is due to strong competition by monodominant beech with accumulation of leaf litter and uptake soil resources, mainly water. This influence is somewhat released towards the margins of the gradient. Secondly, the species pool from the neighbouring communities increases species richness only in the lower parts of the altitudinal gradient. |
Bošeľa, M; Sedmák, R; Sedmáková, D; Marušák, R; Kulla, L Temporal shifts of climate–growth relationships of Norway spruce as an indicator of health decline in the Beskids, Slovakia Journal Article Forest Ecology and Management, 325 , pp. 108-117, 2014. @article{M.2014b, title = {Temporal shifts of climate–growth relationships of Norway spruce as an indicator of health decline in the Beskids, Slovakia}, author = {M. Bošeľa and R. Sedmák and D. Sedmáková and R. Marušák and L. Kulla}, url = {http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0378112714002096}, year = {2014}, date = {2014-08-01}, journal = {Forest Ecology and Management}, volume = {325}, pages = {108-117}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } |
Kašová, M; Naďo, L; Kaňuch, P Structure of tree vegetation may reduce costs of territory defence in Eurasian Nuthatch Sitta europaea Journal Article Bird Study, 61 , pp. 413-420, 2014. @article{M.2014b, title = {Structure of tree vegetation may reduce costs of territory defence in Eurasian Nuthatch \textit{Sitta europaea}}, author = {M. Kašová and L. Naďo and P. Kaňuch}, url = {http://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/00063657.2014.933771}, year = {2014}, date = {2014-07-15}, journal = {Bird Study}, volume = {61}, pages = {413-420}, abstract = {Capsule: In pastured old oak woodland, breeding pairs of Eurasian Nuthatch selected territories with significantly higher densities of trees and cavities. Aims: To define territorial borders that exist within a nuthatch population and to compare densities of trees and cavities between used and non-used parts of their available habitat in order to determine habitat preferences. Methods: The number and location of territories was estimated by mapping the individual positions of colour-ringed birds. We measured habitat characteristics in regular sampling grid (number of trees and number of cavities per 50×50 m) during three successive seasons and modelled probability of occurrence of nuthatch territories in the area. Results: Breeding pairs were observed to defend territories of median size between 1.46 and 2.93 ha. These sizes correspond well to high-quality habitat territories for this species. We found that pairs tended to occupy territories with higher densities of trees and cavities. Based on generalized linear mixed-effects model estimates, we found that in pastured oak woodland habitat with density of 60 trees per ha, the estimated probability of occurrence (with 95% confidence interval) of a nuthatch territory was about 96% (83−99). For cavity density, the probability of territory occurrence was about 74% (52−89) at the level of 60 cavities per ha. Conclusion: We suggest that higher tree and cavity densities reduce territory defence costs in the species because birds may use less energy during foraging, predation avoidance and competition for a nest hole.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Capsule: In pastured old oak woodland, breeding pairs of Eurasian Nuthatch selected territories with significantly higher densities of trees and cavities. Aims: To define territorial borders that exist within a nuthatch population and to compare densities of trees and cavities between used and non-used parts of their available habitat in order to determine habitat preferences. Methods: The number and location of territories was estimated by mapping the individual positions of colour-ringed birds. We measured habitat characteristics in regular sampling grid (number of trees and number of cavities per 50×50 m) during three successive seasons and modelled probability of occurrence of nuthatch territories in the area. Results: Breeding pairs were observed to defend territories of median size between 1.46 and 2.93 ha. These sizes correspond well to high-quality habitat territories for this species. We found that pairs tended to occupy territories with higher densities of trees and cavities. Based on generalized linear mixed-effects model estimates, we found that in pastured oak woodland habitat with density of 60 trees per ha, the estimated probability of occurrence (with 95% confidence interval) of a nuthatch territory was about 96% (83−99). For cavity density, the probability of territory occurrence was about 74% (52−89) at the level of 60 cavities per ha. Conclusion: We suggest that higher tree and cavity densities reduce territory defence costs in the species because birds may use less energy during foraging, predation avoidance and competition for a nest hole. |
Baus, P; Kováč, U; Pauditšová, E; Kohutková, I; Komorník, J Identification of interconnections between landscape pattern and urban dynamics – case study Bratislava, Slovakia Journal Article Ecological Indicators, 42 , pp. 104–111, 2014. @article{P.2014, title = {Identification of interconnections between landscape pattern and urban dynamics – case study Bratislava, Slovakia}, author = {P. Baus and U. Kováč and E. Pauditšová and I. Kohutková and J. Komorník}, url = {http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1470160X13005013}, doi = {10.1016/j.ecolind.2013.12.011}, year = {2014}, date = {2014-07-01}, journal = {Ecological Indicators}, volume = {42}, pages = {104–111}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } |
Mihál, Ivan; Cicák, Alojz; Tsakov, Hristo Actual status of beech bark necrotic disease in south-west Bulgaria Journal Article Nauka za Gorata - Forest Science, (1/2), pp. 63-73, 2014. @article{Mihál2014c, title = {Actual status of beech bark necrotic disease in south-west Bulgaria}, author = {Ivan Mihál and Alojz Cicák and Hristo Tsakov}, url = {https://naukazagorata.files.wordpress.com/2015/07/ng_1-2_2014_7.pdf}, year = {2014}, date = {2014-06-14}, journal = {Nauka za Gorata - Forest Science}, number = {1/2}, pages = {63-73}, abstract = {Data of beech bark necrotic disease on beech stems are expressed through necrotisation index (ISN) values from 15 selected localities in the Rhodopes, 4 ones in Pirin and one locality in Maleshevska planina. The values of ISN varied from 0.22 to 0.80 in the Rhodopes, from 0.38 to 0.88 in Pirin and 0.38 in the Maleshevska planina. Six species from the genus Nectria s. l. were determined in the Rhodopes and only one species in Pirin. Five out of six species were identified from living trees and dead beech wood, and one species was identified from declining silver fir. Among potential vectors of beech bark disease (Cryptococcus fagisuga Lindinger, Bucculatrix ulmella Zeller and Ectoedemia liebwerdella Zimm.), were have recorded high frequency values in C. fagisuga. The frequency values of C. fagisuga varied from 34.0% to 100.0%, values of B. ulmella varied from 2.0% to 46.0% and values of E. liebwerdella from 2.0% to 100.0%.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Data of beech bark necrotic disease on beech stems are expressed through necrotisation index (ISN) values from 15 selected localities in the Rhodopes, 4 ones in Pirin and one locality in Maleshevska planina. The values of ISN varied from 0.22 to 0.80 in the Rhodopes, from 0.38 to 0.88 in Pirin and 0.38 in the Maleshevska planina. Six species from the genus Nectria s. l. were determined in the Rhodopes and only one species in Pirin. Five out of six species were identified from living trees and dead beech wood, and one species was identified from declining silver fir. Among potential vectors of beech bark disease (Cryptococcus fagisuga Lindinger, Bucculatrix ulmella Zeller and Ectoedemia liebwerdella Zimm.), were have recorded high frequency values in C. fagisuga. The frequency values of C. fagisuga varied from 34.0% to 100.0%, values of B. ulmella varied from 2.0% to 46.0% and values of E. liebwerdella from 2.0% to 100.0%. |
Mihál, Ivan; Cicák, Alojz; Tsakov, Hristo Fungi of the genus Nectria s.l. (Bionectriaceae, Nectriaceae, Hypocreales, Ascomycota) in Bulgaria and their phytopathological significance Journal Article Silva Balcanica, 15 (2), pp. 5-13, 2014. @article{Mihál2014d, title = {Fungi of the genus Nectria s.l. (Bionectriaceae, Nectriaceae, Hypocreales, Ascomycota) in Bulgaria and their phytopathological significance}, author = {Ivan Mihál and Alojz Cicák and Hristo Tsakov}, url = {https://silvabalcanica.files.wordpress.com/2014/08/sb_152-2014_026-034.pdf}, year = {2014}, date = {2014-06-13}, journal = {Silva Balcanica}, volume = {15}, number = {2}, pages = {5-13}, abstract = {The authors report occurrence, spread, ecotrophic demands and phytopathological significance of 14 species of fungi of genus Nectria s.l., known so far from the territory of Bulgaria. Species Bionectria ochroleuca, Cosmospora aurantiicola, Haematonectria haematococca, Nectria aurantiaca, N. coryli, Neonectria punicea and N. ramulariae can be included amongst rarely occurring fungi of genus Nectria s.l. in Bulgaria. As the first finds, we present species Cosmospora coccinea, C. purtonii, Nectria aurantiaca, N. coryli, Neonectria fuckeliana and N. punicea, these species have not been reported so far from the territory of Bulgaria. Several species of fungi of genus Nectria s.l. cause significant infections of forest trees. The authors describe species Neonectria coccinea, N. ditissima and N. galligena as significant pathogens causing beech bark disease. On conifers, Neonectria fuckeliana is reported.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } The authors report occurrence, spread, ecotrophic demands and phytopathological significance of 14 species of fungi of genus Nectria s.l., known so far from the territory of Bulgaria. Species Bionectria ochroleuca, Cosmospora aurantiicola, Haematonectria haematococca, Nectria aurantiaca, N. coryli, Neonectria punicea and N. ramulariae can be included amongst rarely occurring fungi of genus Nectria s.l. in Bulgaria. As the first finds, we present species Cosmospora coccinea, C. purtonii, Nectria aurantiaca, N. coryli, Neonectria fuckeliana and N. punicea, these species have not been reported so far from the territory of Bulgaria. Several species of fungi of genus Nectria s.l. cause significant infections of forest trees. The authors describe species Neonectria coccinea, N. ditissima and N. galligena as significant pathogens causing beech bark disease. On conifers, Neonectria fuckeliana is reported. |
Mihál, Ivan; Gajdoš, Peter; Dankaninová, Lenka; Černecká, Ľudmila Kosce (Opiliones) fragmentárnych spoločenstiev vo vinohradníckej krajine Svätý Jur (Malé Karpaty) Journal Article Folia Faunistica Slovaca, 19 (1), pp. 9-14, 2014. @article{Mihál2014f, title = {Kosce (Opiliones) fragmentárnych spoločenstiev vo vinohradníckej krajine Svätý Jur (Malé Karpaty)}, author = {Ivan Mihál and Peter Gajdoš and Lenka Dankaninová and Ľudmila Černecká}, url = {http://www.ffs.sk/pdf/FFS-19-03-Mihal-et-al-2014.pdf}, year = {2014}, date = {2014-06-12}, journal = {Folia Faunistica Slovaca}, volume = {19}, number = {1}, pages = {9-14}, abstract = {In the period from August 2009 to July 2011 research on harvestmen communities was carried out in traditionally used vineyard landscape in Svätý Jur area in the Malé Karpaty Mts. This model area represents landscape with occurrence of historical structures of agricultural landscape (HSAL), that create a species rich of unique islands that are result of long term mutual relationship between man and the landscape. The HSAL are inhabited by various animal taxonomical groups including also the harvestmen (Opiliones). The harvestmen individuals were captured by pitfall traps method. In total, 386 specimens belonging to 13 harvestmen species and to 3 families were obtained during two–year research. Majority of obtained harvestmen species are typical ones for fragmented thermophilic microhabitats of the vineyard landscape in Slovakia, namely eudominant species Lacinius horridus (dominance = 28.2 %), Phalangium opilio (24 %), Opilio saxatilis (13.7 %) and Nelima semproni (11.4 %). On the other hand, the hygrophilous species Mitostoma chysomelas, Trogulus nepaeformis and Trogulus tricarinatus have been also obtained, but only with sporadic occurrence.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } In the period from August 2009 to July 2011 research on harvestmen communities was carried out in traditionally used vineyard landscape in Svätý Jur area in the Malé Karpaty Mts. This model area represents landscape with occurrence of historical structures of agricultural landscape (HSAL), that create a species rich of unique islands that are result of long term mutual relationship between man and the landscape. The HSAL are inhabited by various animal taxonomical groups including also the harvestmen (Opiliones). The harvestmen individuals were captured by pitfall traps method. In total, 386 specimens belonging to 13 harvestmen species and to 3 families were obtained during two–year research. Majority of obtained harvestmen species are typical ones for fragmented thermophilic microhabitats of the vineyard landscape in Slovakia, namely eudominant species Lacinius horridus (dominance = 28.2 %), Phalangium opilio (24 %), Opilio saxatilis (13.7 %) and Nelima semproni (11.4 %). On the other hand, the hygrophilous species Mitostoma chysomelas, Trogulus nepaeformis and Trogulus tricarinatus have been also obtained, but only with sporadic occurrence. |
Šestáková, Anna; Mihál, Ivan Carinostoma elegans new to the Slovakian harvestmen fauna (Opiliones, Dyspnoi, Nemastomatidae) Journal Article Arachnologische Mitteilungen, (48), pp. 16-23, 2014. @article{Šestáková2014, title = {Carinostoma elegans new to the Slovakian harvestmen fauna (Opiliones, Dyspnoi, Nemastomatidae)}, author = {Anna Šestáková and Ivan Mihál}, url = {https://arages.de/user_upload/psb_publicationmanagement/pdf/AM48_16_23.pdf}, year = {2014}, date = {2014-06-12}, journal = {Arachnologische Mitteilungen}, number = {48}, pages = {16-23}, abstract = {A new genus and species of small harvestman was found for the first time in Slovakia – Carinostoma elegans (Sørensen, 1894). One male and two females were collected in the Mlyňany arboretum of the Slovak Academy of Science (western Slovakia). Descriptions and photographs of both sexes of C. elegans are provided. Additional comments, and a map of distribution of all species of this genus, are provided.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } A new genus and species of small harvestman was found for the first time in Slovakia – Carinostoma elegans (Sørensen, 1894). One male and two females were collected in the Mlyňany arboretum of the Slovak Academy of Science (western Slovakia). Descriptions and photographs of both sexes of C. elegans are provided. Additional comments, and a map of distribution of all species of this genus, are provided. |
Pastirčáková, K; Pastirčák, M; Adamčiková, K; Bouznad, Z; Kedad, A; El_Guilli, M; Diminić, D; Hofte, M Global distribution of Erysiphe platani: new records, teleomorph formation and re-examination of herbarium collections Journal Article Cryptogamie, Mycologie, 35 (2), pp. 163-176, 2014, ISSN: 0181-1584. @article{K.2014, title = {Global distribution of \textit{Erysiphe platani}: new records, teleomorph formation and re-examination of herbarium collections}, author = {K. Pastirčáková and M. Pastirčák and K. Adamčiková and Z. Bouznad and A. Kedad and M. El_Guilli and D. Diminić and M. Hofte}, url = {http://www.bioone.org/doi/abs/10.7872/crym.v35.iss2.2014.163?journalCode=crym}, doi = {10.7872/crym.v35.iss2.2014.163}, issn = {0181-1584}, year = {2014}, date = {2014-06-01}, journal = {Cryptogamie, Mycologie}, volume = {35}, number = {2}, pages = {163-176}, abstract = {A global survey of the spread of the Platanus powdery mildew, Erysiphe platani, has been carried out. E. platani teleomorph formation was recorded in countries where the fungus anamorph has been present for several years. The first findings of chasmothecia were recorded in Austria, Czech Republic, France, Italy and Slovakia. New records of E. platani (including the teleomorph) were found in Belgium, Croatia and Denmark. The occurrence of this fungus in Sweden and in two countries of North Africa (Algeria and Morocco) was confirmed. Descriptions of morphological features, illustrations, and worldwide distribution of E. platani are provided. Herbarium collections of powdery mildews on Platanus spp. were re-examined and revised. The occurrence of Phyllactinia guttata on Platanus is discussed and questioned.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } A global survey of the spread of the Platanus powdery mildew, Erysiphe platani, has been carried out. E. platani teleomorph formation was recorded in countries where the fungus anamorph has been present for several years. The first findings of chasmothecia were recorded in Austria, Czech Republic, France, Italy and Slovakia. New records of E. platani (including the teleomorph) were found in Belgium, Croatia and Denmark. The occurrence of this fungus in Sweden and in two countries of North Africa (Algeria and Morocco) was confirmed. Descriptions of morphological features, illustrations, and worldwide distribution of E. platani are provided. Herbarium collections of powdery mildews on Platanus spp. were re-examined and revised. The occurrence of Phyllactinia guttata on Platanus is discussed and questioned. |
Panigaj, Ľ; Zach, P; Honěk, A; Nedvěd, O; Kulfan, J; Martinková, Z; Selyemová, D; Viglášová, S; Roy, H E Zookeys, 412 , pp. 89–112, 2014. @article{Ľ.2014, title = {The invasion history, distribution and colour pattern forms of the harlequin ladybird beetle \textit{Harmonia axyridis} (Pall.) (Coleoptera, Coccinellidae) in Slovakia, Central Europe}, author = {Ľ. Panigaj and P. Zach and A. Honěk and O. Nedvěd and J. Kulfan and Z. Martinková and D. Selyemová and S. Viglášová and H.E. Roy}, url = {https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4042697/}, year = {2014}, date = {2014-05-29}, journal = {Zookeys}, volume = {412}, pages = {89–112}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } |
Kaňuch, P; Berggren, A; Cassel-Lundhagen, A Genetic diversity of a successful colonizer: isolated populations of Metrioptera roeselii regain variation at an unusually rapid rate Journal Article Ecology and Evolution, 4 (7), pp. 1117–1126, 2014. @article{P.2014b, title = {Genetic diversity of a successful colonizer: isolated populations of \textit{Metrioptera roeselii} regain variation at an unusually rapid rate}, author = {P. Kaňuch and A. Berggren and A. Cassel-Lundhagen}, url = {https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3997326/}, year = {2014}, date = {2014-04-01}, journal = {Ecology and Evolution}, volume = {4}, number = {7}, pages = {1117–1126}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } |
Kaňuch, P; Jarčuška, B; Iorgu, E I; Iorgu, I S; Krištín, A Geographic variation in relict populations: genetics and phenotype of bush-cricket Pholidoptera frivaldskyi (Orthoptera) in Carpathians Journal Article Journal of Insect Conservation, 18 (2), pp. 257–266, 2014. @article{Kaňuch2014, title = {Geographic variation in relict populations: genetics and phenotype of bush-cricket \textit{Pholidoptera frivaldskyi} (Orthoptera) in Carpathians}, author = {P. Kaňuch and B. Jarčuška and E.I. Iorgu and I.S. Iorgu and A. Krištín}, url = {http://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10841-014-9636-6}, doi = {10.1007/s10841-014-9636-6}, year = {2014}, date = {2014-04-01}, journal = {Journal of Insect Conservation}, volume = {18}, number = {2}, pages = {257–266}, abstract = {A decreasing population size is often causing species extinction, however, relict species persisting in small-sized populations counter this. We analysed spatial genetic variation and past changes in population size at the maternally-inherited mitochondrial DNA level to clarify the origin of all recently known isolated populations of Pholidoptera frivaldskyi occurring in the range of Carpathian Mountains. Along with that we analysed also morphological variation as some phenotypic traits can retain useful information on population genetic structure. We found a relatively low genetic diversity within isolated populations as 778 bp COI gene sequences revealed only 13 unique haplotypes (n = 173 individuals from 10 populations). The spatial analysis of molecular variance identified three geographically homogenous genetic clusters (one in Slovakia and two in Romania) with a high level of differentiation among them, suggesting restricted gene flow, whilst Bayesian skyline simulation reconstructed a negative demographic change through evolutionary time. Inferred genetic pattern clearly coincides with differences in males’ colour phenotype as the extent of pigmentation on the lateral pronotum varied significantly among genetic lineages. We suggest that geographical variation in the species populations has relict-like character and their isolated occurrence is not a result of recent introduction events. Identification of ‘evolutionary units’ may help in the conservation and management of this rare insect species.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } A decreasing population size is often causing species extinction, however, relict species persisting in small-sized populations counter this. We analysed spatial genetic variation and past changes in population size at the maternally-inherited mitochondrial DNA level to clarify the origin of all recently known isolated populations of Pholidoptera frivaldskyi occurring in the range of Carpathian Mountains. Along with that we analysed also morphological variation as some phenotypic traits can retain useful information on population genetic structure. We found a relatively low genetic diversity within isolated populations as 778 bp COI gene sequences revealed only 13 unique haplotypes (n = 173 individuals from 10 populations). The spatial analysis of molecular variance identified three geographically homogenous genetic clusters (one in Slovakia and two in Romania) with a high level of differentiation among them, suggesting restricted gene flow, whilst Bayesian skyline simulation reconstructed a negative demographic change through evolutionary time. Inferred genetic pattern clearly coincides with differences in males’ colour phenotype as the extent of pigmentation on the lateral pronotum varied significantly among genetic lineages. We suggest that geographical variation in the species populations has relict-like character and their isolated occurrence is not a result of recent introduction events. Identification of ‘evolutionary units’ may help in the conservation and management of this rare insect species. |
Kuklová, M; Kukla, J; Šimková, I The changes of energy and carbon in top soil and above-ground part of Dryopteris filix-mas species along the succession of beech forest. Journal Article Polish Journal of Ecology, 62 (3), pp. 467-478, 2014. @article{M.2014b, title = {The changes of energy and carbon in top soil and above-ground part of \textit{Dryopteris filix-mas} species along the succession of beech forest.}, author = {M. Kuklová and J. Kukla and I. Šimková}, url = {http://www.bioone.org/doi/abs/10.3161/104.062.0308?journalCode=pjoe&}, year = {2014}, date = {2014-04-01}, journal = {Polish Journal of Ecology}, volume = {62}, number = {3}, pages = {467-478}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } |
Binyameen, M; Jankuvová, J; Blaženec, M; Jakuš, R; Song, L; Schlyter, F; Andersson, M N Co-localization of insect olfactory sensory cells improves the discrimination of closely separated odour sources Journal Article Functional Ecology, 28 (5), pp. 1216–1223, 2014. @article{M.2014, title = {Co-localization of insect olfactory sensory cells improves the discrimination of closely separated odour sources}, author = {M. Binyameen and J. Jankuvová and M. Blaženec and R. Jakuš and L. Song and F. Schlyter and M.N. Andersson}, url = {http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/1365-2435.12252/abstract}, year = {2014}, date = {2014-03-03}, journal = {Functional Ecology}, volume = {28}, number = {5}, pages = {1216–1223}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } |
Ondrušková, E; Juhásová, G; Pastirčáková, K The lily magnolia powdery mildew Erysiphe magnifica found in Slovakia Journal Article Mycotaxon, 127 , pp. 51-57, 2014, ISSN: 0093-4666. @article{E.2014, title = {The lily magnolia powdery mildew \textit{Erysiphe magnifica} found in Slovakia}, author = {E. Ondrušková and G. Juhásová and K. Pastirčáková}, url = {http://www.ingentaconnect.com/contentone/mtax/mt/2014/00000127/00000001/art00010}, doi = {10.5248/127.51}, issn = {0093-4666}, year = {2014}, date = {2014-03-01}, journal = {Mycotaxon}, volume = {127}, pages = {51-57}, abstract = {Powdery mildew symptoms were observed on leaves of lily magnolia (Magnolia liliiflora) in Slovakia. The causal fungus was identified as Erysiphe magnifica based on the morphology of both anamorphic and teleomorphic stages. This is the first report of E. magnifica on lily magnolia in Slovakia. A detailed description, illustrations, the host range, and the distribution of this fungus are given.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Powdery mildew symptoms were observed on leaves of lily magnolia (Magnolia liliiflora) in Slovakia. The causal fungus was identified as Erysiphe magnifica based on the morphology of both anamorphic and teleomorphic stages. This is the first report of E. magnifica on lily magnolia in Slovakia. A detailed description, illustrations, the host range, and the distribution of this fungus are given. |
Jarčuška, B; Kaňuch, P Female bush-crickets, Pholidoptera griseoaptera, that have received smaller ejaculates show a higher mating rate in the field Journal Article Journal of Insect Behavior, 27 (3), pp. 411–418, 2014. @article{Jarčuška2014, title = {Female bush-crickets, \textit{Pholidoptera griseoaptera}, that have received smaller ejaculates show a higher mating rate in the field}, author = {B. Jarčuška and P. Kaňuch}, url = {http://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10905-014-9438-4}, doi = {10.1007/s10905-014-9438-4}, year = {2014}, date = {2014-01-29}, journal = {Journal of Insect Behavior}, volume = {27}, number = {3}, pages = {411–418}, abstract = {Females of numerous insect species are known to be polyandrous, but there have been relatively few studies of factors associated with the degree of polyandry in females in the field. Number of copulations by females is negatively associated with ejaculate size across bush-cricket species. Assessing intraspecific variability is important when looking for and interpreting trait evolution. Therefore the aim of this study was to test the association between ejaculate size (i.e. volume of spermatodose–spermatophore-like structure formed within the spermatheca) and mating rate (i.e. number of spermatodoses) of females of Pholidoptera griseoaptera, while accounting for female body size (pronotum length) and age (number of hind leg’s cuticular bands). The results based on field-caught individuals suggested that there were statistically significant negative association between smallest and mean spermatodose volume, respectively, and number of copulations in this nuptial gift-giving bush-cricket species. This is in accordance with interspecific associations between ejaculate size and polyandry. However, lower slope of the intraspecific relationship may suggest lower importance of the ejaculate size in explaining females’ mating rate variability in this nuptial gift-giving species.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Females of numerous insect species are known to be polyandrous, but there have been relatively few studies of factors associated with the degree of polyandry in females in the field. Number of copulations by females is negatively associated with ejaculate size across bush-cricket species. Assessing intraspecific variability is important when looking for and interpreting trait evolution. Therefore the aim of this study was to test the association between ejaculate size (i.e. volume of spermatodose–spermatophore-like structure formed within the spermatheca) and mating rate (i.e. number of spermatodoses) of females of Pholidoptera griseoaptera, while accounting for female body size (pronotum length) and age (number of hind leg’s cuticular bands). The results based on field-caught individuals suggested that there were statistically significant negative association between smallest and mean spermatodose volume, respectively, and number of copulations in this nuptial gift-giving bush-cricket species. This is in accordance with interspecific associations between ejaculate size and polyandry. However, lower slope of the intraspecific relationship may suggest lower importance of the ejaculate size in explaining females’ mating rate variability in this nuptial gift-giving species. |
Zúbrik, M; Barta, M; Pilarska, D; Goertz, D; Úradník, M; Galko, J; Vakula, J; Gubka, A; Rella, S; Kunca, A First record of Entomophaga maimaiga (Entomophthorales: Entomophthoraceae) in Slovakia Journal Article Biocontrol Science and Technology, 24 (6), pp. 710-714, 2014, ISSN: 1360-0478. @article{Zúbrik2014, title = {First record of \textit{Entomophaga maimaiga} (Entomophthorales: Entomophthoraceae) in Slovakia}, author = {M. Zúbrik and M. Barta and D. Pilarska and D. Goertz and M. Úradník and J. Galko and J. Vakula and A. Gubka and S. Rella and A. Kunca}, url = {http://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/09583157.2014.883362?scroll=top&needAccess=true}, doi = {http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/09583157.2014.883362}, issn = {1360-0478}, year = {2014}, date = {2014-01-07}, journal = {Biocontrol Science and Technology}, volume = {24}, number = {6}, pages = {710-714}, abstract = {The entomopathogenic fungus Entomophaga maimaiga was found for the first time in Slovakia in 2013. Late instar larvae of gypsy moth, Lymantria dispar, from two sites with different population densities were dissected to evaluate the presence of pathogens. The presence of conidia and resting spores of E. maimaiga in gypsy moth cadavers was confirmed from both sites.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } The entomopathogenic fungus Entomophaga maimaiga was found for the first time in Slovakia in 2013. Late instar larvae of gypsy moth, Lymantria dispar, from two sites with different population densities were dissected to evaluate the presence of pathogens. The presence of conidia and resting spores of E. maimaiga in gypsy moth cadavers was confirmed from both sites. |
Bučinová, K; Janík, R; Jamnická, G; Kuklová, M Czech Mycology: publication of the Czech Scientific Society for Mycology, 66 (2), pp. 193-207, 2014, ISSN: ISSN 0009-0476. @article{Bučinová2014, title = {Accumulation and bioconcentration factors of mineral macronutrients in representative species of macrofungi prevailing in beech-dominated forests affected by air pollution}, author = {K. Bučinová and R. Janík and G. Jamnická and M. Kuklová}, url = {http://www.czechmycology.org/_cmo/CM66207.pdf}, issn = {ISSN 0009-0476}, year = {2014}, date = {2014-01-01}, journal = {Czech Mycology: publication of the Czech Scientific Society for Mycology}, volume = {66}, number = {2}, pages = {193-207}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } |
Šimková, I; Kuklová, M; Kukla, J Accumulation of Ct and Nt in humus and mineral soil layers: the effect of change of tree species composition in nudal beech forests Journal Article Folia Oecologica, 41 (1), pp. 82-91, 2014, ISSN: 1336-5266. @article{Šimková2014, title = {Accumulation of Ct and Nt in humus and mineral soil layers: the effect of change of tree species composition in nudal beech forests}, author = {I. Šimková and M. Kuklová and J. Kukla}, issn = {1336-5266}, year = {2014}, date = {2014-01-01}, journal = {Folia Oecologica}, volume = {41}, number = {1}, pages = {82-91}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } |
Sedmák, R; Sedmáková, D; Bošeľa, M; Marušák, R; Ježík, M; Murga, V; Blaženec, M Age estimation of Norway spruce using incomplete increment cores: testing new and improved methods Journal Article Dendrochronologia, 32 (4), pp. 327–335, 2014. @article{R.2014b, title = {Age estimation of Norway spruce using incomplete increment cores: testing new and improved methods}, author = {R. Sedmák and D. Sedmáková and M. Bošeľa and R. Marušák and M. Ježík and V. Murga and M. Blaženec}, url = {http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1125786514000599}, year = {2014}, date = {2014-01-01}, journal = {Dendrochronologia}, volume = {32}, number = {4}, pages = {327–335}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } |
Adamčíková, K; Kobza, M; Juhásová, G; Ondrušková, E; Bolvanský, M; Kádasi-Horáková, M Gaštan jedlý na Slovensku a v Európe : pestovanie, ochrana, variabilita a využitie [European chestnut in Slovakia : growing, protection, use and genetic variability] Book Garamond, Nitra, 2014, ISBN: 978-80-89408-18-4. @book{Adamčíková2014, title = {Gaštan jedlý na Slovensku a v Európe : pestovanie, ochrana, variabilita a využitie [European chestnut in Slovakia : growing, protection, use and genetic variability]}, author = {K. Adamčíková and M. Kobza and G. Juhásová and E. Ondrušková and M. Bolvanský and M. Kádasi-Horáková}, isbn = {978-80-89408-18-4}, year = {2014}, date = {2014-01-01}, volume = {1}, pages = {155}, publisher = {Garamond}, address = {Nitra}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {book} } |
Ivanová, H Birch necrotic leaf spots caused by fungal pathogens Journal Article Folia Oecologica, 41 (2), 2014. @article{Ivanová2014, title = {Birch necrotic leaf spots caused by fungal pathogens}, author = {H. Ivanová}, year = {2014}, date = {2014-01-01}, journal = {Folia Oecologica}, volume = {41}, number = {2}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } |
Jamnická, G; Petrášová, V; Petráš, R; Mecko, J; Oszlányi, J Energy production of poplar clones and their energy use efficiency Journal Article iForest, 7 , pp. 150-155, 2014. @article{G.2014, title = {Energy production of poplar clones and their energy use efficiency}, author = {G. Jamnická and V. Petrášová and R. Petráš and J. Mecko and J. Oszlányi}, url = {http://www.sisef.it/iforest/contents/?id=ifor0978-007}, year = {2014}, date = {2014-01-01}, journal = {iForest}, volume = {7}, pages = {150-155}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } |
Bošeľa, M; Sedmák, R; Marušák, R; Sedmáková, D; Petráš, R; Barna, M Evaluating similarity of radial increment around tree stem circumference of European beech and Norway spruce form Central Europe Journal Article Geochronometria, 41 (2), pp. 136-146, 2014. @article{M.2014b, title = {Evaluating similarity of radial increment around tree stem circumference of European beech and Norway spruce form Central Europe}, author = {M. Bošeľa and R. Sedmák and R. Marušák and D. Sedmáková and R. Petráš and M. Barna}, url = {https://www.degruyter.com/downloadpdf/j/geochr.2014.41.issue-2/s13386-013-0152-3/s13386-013-0152-3.xml}, year = {2014}, date = {2014-01-01}, journal = {Geochronometria}, volume = {41}, number = {2}, pages = {136-146}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } |
Mezei, P; Grodzki, W; Blaženec, M; Jakuš, R Factors influencing the wind-bark beetles’ disturbance system in the course of an Ips typographus outbreak in the Tatra Mountains Journal Article Forest Ecology and Management, 312 , pp. 67–77, 2014. @article{P.2014b, title = {Factors influencing the wind-bark beetles’ disturbance system in the course of an \textit{Ips typographus} outbreak in the Tatra Mountains}, author = {P. Mezei and W. Grodzki and M. Blaženec and R. Jakuš}, url = {http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0378112713006877}, year = {2014}, date = {2014-01-01}, journal = {Forest Ecology and Management}, volume = {312}, pages = {67–77}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } |
Balkovič, J; Bedrna, Z; Bublinec, E; Čurlík, J; Dlapa, P; Fulajtár, E; Gömöryová, E; Gregor, J; Hanes, J; Houšková, B; Hutár, V; Chlpík, J; Ilavská, B; Juráni, B; Kobza, B; Kotorková, D; Kukla, J; Kuklová, M; Machava, J; Nádašský, J; Nochta, P; Nováková, K; Orfánus, T; Pavlenda, P; Pichler, V; Pišút, P; Skalský, R; Sobocká, J; Šimanský, V; Tatarková, Z; Tobiášová, E; Zaujec, A; Zverková, M Morphogenetic soil classification system of Slovakia: basal reference taxonomy Book 2nd edition, Societas pedologica slovaca, Bratislava, 2014, ISBN: 978-80-8163-005-7. @book{Balkovič2014, title = {Morphogenetic soil classification system of Slovakia: basal reference taxonomy}, author = {J. Balkovič and Z. Bedrna and E. Bublinec and J. Čurlík and P. Dlapa and E. Fulajtár and E. Gömöryová and J. Gregor and J. Hanes and B. Houšková and V. Hutár and J. Chlpík and B. Ilavská and B. Juráni and B. Kobza and D. Kotorková and J. Kukla and M. Kuklová and J. Machava and J. Nádašský and P. Nochta and K. Nováková and T. Orfánus and P. Pavlenda and V. Pichler and P. Pišút and R. Skalský and J. Sobocká and V. Šimanský and Z. Tatarková and E. Tobiášová and A. Zaujec and M. Zverková}, isbn = {978-80-8163-005-7}, year = {2014}, date = {2014-01-01}, pages = {96}, publisher = {Societas pedologica slovaca}, address = {Bratislava}, edition = {2nd edition}, institution = {Výskumný ústav pôdoznalectva a ochrany pôdy}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {book} } |
Hausknecht, R; Jacobs, S; Müller, J; Zink, R; Frey, H; Solheim, R; Vrezec, A; Krištín, A; Mihók, J; Kergalve, I; Saurola, P; Kuehn, R Phylogeographic analysis and genetic cluster recognition for the conservation of Ural Owls (Strix uralensis) in Europe Journal Article Journal of Ornithology, 155 (1), pp. 121–134, 2014. @article{R.2014, title = {Phylogeographic analysis and genetic cluster recognition for the conservation of Ural Owls (\textit{Strix uralensis}) in Europe}, author = {R. Hausknecht and S. Jacobs and J. Müller and R. Zink and H. Frey and R. Solheim and A. Vrezec and A. Krištín and J. Mihók and I. Kergalve and P. Saurola and R. Kuehn}, url = {http://link.springer.com/article/10.1007%2Fs10336-013-0994-8}, year = {2014}, date = {2014-01-01}, journal = {Journal of Ornithology}, volume = {155}, number = {1}, pages = {121–134}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } |
Kuklová, M; Hniličková, H; Hnilička, F; Kukla, J Physiological reaction and energy accumulation of dominant plant species in fir-beech ecosystems affected by air pollution Journal Article Folia Oecologica, 41 (1), pp. 53-61, 2014, ISSN: ISSN 1336-5266. @article{Kuklová2014, title = {Physiological reaction and energy accumulation of dominant plant species in fir-beech ecosystems affected by air pollution}, author = {M. Kuklová and H. Hniličková and F. Hnilička and J. Kukla}, issn = {ISSN 1336-5266}, year = {2014}, date = {2014-01-01}, journal = {Folia Oecologica}, volume = {41}, number = {1}, pages = {53-61}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } |
Juhásová, G; Adamčíková, K; Kobza, M; Ostrovský, R Príčiny hromadného hynutia gaštana jedlého [Causal agent of European chestnut blight] Journal Article Zahradnictví : časopis profesionálních zahradníků, 13 (7), pp. 48-51, 2014, ISSN: 1213-7596. @article{Juhásová2014, title = {Príčiny hromadného hynutia gaštana jedlého [Causal agent of European chestnut blight]}, author = {G. Juhásová and K. Adamčíková and M. Kobza and R. Ostrovský}, issn = {1213-7596}, year = {2014}, date = {2014-01-01}, journal = {Zahradnictví : časopis profesionálních zahradníků}, volume = {13}, number = {7}, pages = {48-51}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } |
Bolvanský, M; Ostrovský, R; Kobza, M; Adamčíková, K; Pažitný, J; Juhásová, G; Kajaba, P Spread of chestnut blight in Slovakia in relation to the site topography and climatic characteristics Inproceedings Acta Horticulturae: Proceedings of the second European congress on chestnut : Debrecen, Hungary, Baia Mare, Romania, Modry Kamen, Slovakia, October 9-12, 2013. , pp. 35-42, ISHS, 2014, ISBN: 978 94 6261 032 3. @inproceedings{Bolvanský2014, title = {Spread of chestnut blight in Slovakia in relation to the site topography and climatic characteristics}, author = {M. Bolvanský and R. Ostrovský and M. Kobza and K. Adamčíková and J. Pažitný and G. Juhásová and P. Kajaba}, isbn = {978 94 6261 032 3}, year = {2014}, date = {2014-01-01}, booktitle = {Acta Horticulturae: Proceedings of the second European congress on chestnut : Debrecen, Hungary, Baia Mare, Romania, Modry Kamen, Slovakia, October 9-12, 2013. }, number = {1043}, pages = {35-42}, publisher = {ISHS}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {inproceedings} } |
Janík, R; Bublinec, E; Dubová, M Space-time patterns of soil pH and conductivity in submountain beech ecosystems in the West Carpathians Journal Article Folia Oecologica, 41 (2), pp. 141-145, 2014, ISSN: 1336-5266. @article{Janík2014, title = {Space-time patterns of soil pH and conductivity in submountain beech ecosystems in the West Carpathians}, author = {R. Janík and E. Bublinec and M. Dubová}, url = {http://ife.sk/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/FO_v41_iss2_141to145.pdf}, issn = {1336-5266}, year = {2014}, date = {2014-01-01}, journal = {Folia Oecologica}, volume = {41}, number = {2}, pages = {141-145}, abstract = {In this work are summarised the results of a monitoring of pH values and conductivity which we have performed for 13 years in the localities of Kremnické vrchy Mts. The study locality, situated in the Western Carpathians Mts, was previously exposed to a moderate pollution only, and the pH values we obtained on a deforested plot in this locality were: 6.08 for precipitation water, 6.05 for the surface humus and 6.36 at a soil depth of 0.1 m. In a forest stand in the same locality we recorded 6.11 in the cover humus and then the values decreased down to 5.99 at 0.25m. The electric conductivity values showed a similar trend.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } In this work are summarised the results of a monitoring of pH values and conductivity which we have performed for 13 years in the localities of Kremnické vrchy Mts. The study locality, situated in the Western Carpathians Mts, was previously exposed to a moderate pollution only, and the pH values we obtained on a deforested plot in this locality were: 6.08 for precipitation water, 6.05 for the surface humus and 6.36 at a soil depth of 0.1 m. In a forest stand in the same locality we recorded 6.11 in the cover humus and then the values decreased down to 5.99 at 0.25m. The electric conductivity values showed a similar trend. |
Kellerová, D; Janík, R Analysis of ambient ozone in a foothill area in the Western Carpathians Journal Article Folia Oecologica, 41 (2), pp. 146-152, 2014, ISSN: 1336-5266. @article{Kellerová2014, title = {Analysis of ambient ozone in a foothill area in the Western Carpathians}, author = {D. Kellerová and R. Janík}, url = {http://ife.sk/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/FO_v41_iss2_146to152.pdf}, issn = {1336-5266}, year = {2014}, date = {2014-01-01}, journal = {Folia Oecologica}, volume = {41}, number = {2}, pages = {146-152}, abstract = {This work analyses the ambient ozone concentrations measured during 1999–2008, parallel on two research plots differing in their vegetation cover (beech forest stand and open plot), situated in a rural area. There was detected a difference in the ozone concentration values between the two plots due to their spatial arrangement, but this difference was not significant. On the other hand, a noticeable statistically significant difference in ozone concentrations and differences in selected climatic variables were observed. The influence of average temperature and of rainfall sum was very significant, at p < 0.0001. The variability of the measured ambient ozone values ranged from 50.01% in the stand to 57.36% on the open plot. Ozone maxima occurred frequently, mainly after the year 2004. The increase in ozone concentrations, primarily in form of extreme events, means a serious risk for the environment.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } This work analyses the ambient ozone concentrations measured during 1999–2008, parallel on two research plots differing in their vegetation cover (beech forest stand and open plot), situated in a rural area. There was detected a difference in the ozone concentration values between the two plots due to their spatial arrangement, but this difference was not significant. On the other hand, a noticeable statistically significant difference in ozone concentrations and differences in selected climatic variables were observed. The influence of average temperature and of rainfall sum was very significant, at p < 0.0001. The variability of the measured ambient ozone values ranged from 50.01% in the stand to 57.36% on the open plot. Ozone maxima occurred frequently, mainly after the year 2004. The increase in ozone concentrations, primarily in form of extreme events, means a serious risk for the environment. |
Mihál, I; Blanár, D Fungi and slime molds of alder and willow alluvial forests of the upper part of the Muránka river (central Slovakia) Journal Article Folia Oecologica, 41 (2), pp. 153-172, 2014, ISSN: 1336-5266. @article{Mihál2014, title = {Fungi and slime molds of alder and willow alluvial forests of the upper part of the Muránka river (central Slovakia)}, author = {I. Mihál and D. Blanár}, url = {http://ife.sk/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/FO_v41_iss2_153to172.pdf}, issn = {1336-5266}, year = {2014}, date = {2014-01-01}, journal = {Folia Oecologica}, volume = {41}, number = {2}, pages = {153-172}, abstract = {Mycological and floristic research was carried out in alluvial forests (alliances Alnion incanae Pawłowski in Pawłowski et al. 1928 and Salicion albae Soó 1930) in the alluvium of the Muránka river in the north-western part of the Gemer region in central Slovakia during 2009–2012. In the studied forest stands the authors identified altogether 236 macromycetes and 13 slime molds (in total 249 taxa). As the first records for Slovakia following specimens were found out: Diderma globosum var. europaeum, Fuligo laeviderma (Myxomycota), Entomophthora coleopterorum (Zygomycota), Acrospermum compressum, Belonopsis filispora, Echnoa infernalis, Xylaria digitata (Ascomycota) and Hohenbuehelia angustata, Melampsora amygdalinae (Basidiomycota). The highest number of taxa belong among lignicolous saprotrophes (158 species) and terrestric saprotrophes (51 species), this might be because of enough dead wood substrate and rich humus litter layer on alluvial soils in the habitats. On the other hand, the number of lignicolous parasites (13 taxa) and ectomycorrhizal symbionts (11 taxa) were rather low.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Mycological and floristic research was carried out in alluvial forests (alliances Alnion incanae Pawłowski in Pawłowski et al. 1928 and Salicion albae Soó 1930) in the alluvium of the Muránka river in the north-western part of the Gemer region in central Slovakia during 2009–2012. In the studied forest stands the authors identified altogether 236 macromycetes and 13 slime molds (in total 249 taxa). As the first records for Slovakia following specimens were found out: Diderma globosum var. europaeum, Fuligo laeviderma (Myxomycota), Entomophthora coleopterorum (Zygomycota), Acrospermum compressum, Belonopsis filispora, Echnoa infernalis, Xylaria digitata (Ascomycota) and Hohenbuehelia angustata, Melampsora amygdalinae (Basidiomycota). The highest number of taxa belong among lignicolous saprotrophes (158 species) and terrestric saprotrophes (51 species), this might be because of enough dead wood substrate and rich humus litter layer on alluvial soils in the habitats. On the other hand, the number of lignicolous parasites (13 taxa) and ectomycorrhizal symbionts (11 taxa) were rather low. |
Pepich, P; Krajmerová, D; Saniga, M Using noninvasive DNA sampling to estimate abundance and some genetic properties of the Brown bear (Ursus arctos) in the Western Carpathians Journal Article Folia Oecologica, 41 (2), pp. 184-194, 2014, ISSN: 1336-5266. @article{Pepich2014, title = {Using noninvasive DNA sampling to estimate abundance and some genetic properties of the Brown bear (\textit{Ursus arctos}) in the Western Carpathians}, author = {P. Pepich and D. Krajmerová and M. Saniga}, url = {http://ife.sk/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/FO_v41_iss2_184to194.pdf}, issn = {1336-5266}, year = {2014}, date = {2014-01-01}, journal = {Folia Oecologica}, volume = {41}, number = {2}, pages = {184-194}, abstract = {In Slovakia, there is a constant need for scientifically based information to manage its bear population after it has been allowed to increase in size and range. In this study we assessed population size, sex structure and genetic variability of a local brown bear population in Strážovské vrchy Mts (North-western Slovakia). This goal has been achieved by using noninvasive method of genetic sampling in 2011–2012. Brown bear DNA for analysis was obtained from 94 out of 232 samples (41%), among which 24 unique genotypes were identified. Average observed heterozygosity was 0.56 in 2011 and 0.63 in 2012. Minimum population size was determined from the number of unique genotypes and population size estimates were calculated via Lincoln-Peterson CMR method (n = 38) and Rarefaction models according Kohn method (n = 36), Eggert method (n = 25) and Chessel’s equation (n = 19). Additionally, relative spatial activity and movement pattern of some individuals have been inferred from the distribution of typed samples.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } In Slovakia, there is a constant need for scientifically based information to manage its bear population after it has been allowed to increase in size and range. In this study we assessed population size, sex structure and genetic variability of a local brown bear population in Strážovské vrchy Mts (North-western Slovakia). This goal has been achieved by using noninvasive method of genetic sampling in 2011–2012. Brown bear DNA for analysis was obtained from 94 out of 232 samples (41%), among which 24 unique genotypes were identified. Average observed heterozygosity was 0.56 in 2011 and 0.63 in 2012. Minimum population size was determined from the number of unique genotypes and population size estimates were calculated via Lincoln-Peterson CMR method (n = 38) and Rarefaction models according Kohn method (n = 36), Eggert method (n = 25) and Chessel’s equation (n = 19). Additionally, relative spatial activity and movement pattern of some individuals have been inferred from the distribution of typed samples. |
Bolvanský, M; Adamčíková, K; Kobza, M Screening resistance to chestnut blight in young chestnut trees derived from Castanea sativa × C. crenata hybrids Journal Article Folia Oecologica, 41 (1), pp. 1-7, 2014, ISSN: 1336-5266. @article{Bolvanský2014c, title = {Screening resistance to chestnut blight in young chestnut trees derived from \textit{Castanea sativa} × \textit{C. crenata} hybrids}, author = {M. Bolvanský and K. Adamčíková and M. Kobza}, url = {http://ife.sk/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/FO_v41_iss1_1to7.pdf}, issn = {1336-5266}, year = {2014}, date = {2014-01-01}, journal = {Folia Oecologica}, volume = {41}, number = {1}, pages = {1-7}, abstract = {In 2010, 2011 and 2012 four trials were carried out to prove a reliability of the new screening method for resistance to chestnut blight caused by Cryphonectria parasitica. In the selected trees of hybrid origin (C. sativa × C. crenata)) 10 cm long cut-branch sections were inoculated with mycelia of three virulent isolates and one hypovirulent isolate (in two last trials) and cultivated for 7 days in the dark at 25 °C with 95% humidity. Then the bark of branch segments was peeled off and the size of necrotic lesions formed on the wood tissue around the inoculation place was measured. The size of necrotic areas varied by sampling date, type of fungus strains and tested trees. In all three summer trials necrotic lesions were larger than lesions in a spring trial of 2011, in which still dormant stem sections were used. Unlike the summer trials in the spring trial higher differences in the size of necrotic lesions among tested trees and among used virulent strains were observed. In the spring trial interactions between tested trees and fungal isolates were not so frequent like in summer trials where more trees exhibited different response to the same virulent strain. Majority of trees showed different susceptibility in particular trials. Observed high variation of reactions of tested trees to both virulent and hypovirulent isolates has pointed at the need to prove other screening methods, and to find such one, that would be highly effective to reveal an inherited resistance and/or a lower degree of susceptibility to chestnut blight.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } In 2010, 2011 and 2012 four trials were carried out to prove a reliability of the new screening method for resistance to chestnut blight caused by Cryphonectria parasitica. In the selected trees of hybrid origin (C. sativa × C. crenata)) 10 cm long cut-branch sections were inoculated with mycelia of three virulent isolates and one hypovirulent isolate (in two last trials) and cultivated for 7 days in the dark at 25 °C with 95% humidity. Then the bark of branch segments was peeled off and the size of necrotic lesions formed on the wood tissue around the inoculation place was measured. The size of necrotic areas varied by sampling date, type of fungus strains and tested trees. In all three summer trials necrotic lesions were larger than lesions in a spring trial of 2011, in which still dormant stem sections were used. Unlike the summer trials in the spring trial higher differences in the size of necrotic lesions among tested trees and among used virulent strains were observed. In the spring trial interactions between tested trees and fungal isolates were not so frequent like in summer trials where more trees exhibited different response to the same virulent strain. Majority of trees showed different susceptibility in particular trials. Observed high variation of reactions of tested trees to both virulent and hypovirulent isolates has pointed at the need to prove other screening methods, and to find such one, that would be highly effective to reveal an inherited resistance and/or a lower degree of susceptibility to chestnut blight. |
Kuklová, M; Hniličková, H; Hnilička, F; Kukla, J Physiological reaction and energy accumulation of dominant plant species in fir-beech ecosystems affected by air pollution Journal Article Folia Oecologica, 41 (1), pp. 53-61, 2014, ISSN: 1336-5266. @article{Kuklová2014b, title = {Physiological reaction and energy accumulation of dominant plant species in fir-beech ecosystems affected by air pollution}, author = {M. Kuklová and H. Hniličková and F. Hnilička and J. Kukla}, url = {http://ife.sk/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/FO_v41_iss1_53to61.pdf}, issn = {1336-5266}, year = {2014}, date = {2014-01-01}, journal = {Folia Oecologica}, volume = {41}, number = {1}, pages = {53-61}, abstract = {Physiological reaction and energy accumulation of assimilatory organs of 4 dominant plant species were studied in fir-beech ecosystems (80-100-year-old stand) and parallel clear-cut area (10-year-old stand) in locality Hliníky situated in the buffer zone of the Slovenský raj National Park. Studied ecosystems are located on the area affected by human activities. The achieved results showed that the influence of stand climate and habitat conditions differentiated the measured characteristics. Significantly higher photosynthesis was observed in assimilatory organs of F. sylvatica, R. idaeus, D. filix-mas and V. myrtillus species in the fir-beech stand (range 5.79–16.10 μmol CO2 m–2 s–1) compared to the clear-cut area (range 4.54–12.89 μmol CO2 m–2 s–1). V. myrtillus and F. sylvatica species reacted sensitively with significantly lower values of stomatal conductance (0.24, respectively 0.26 mol m–2 s–1) in clear-cut area; R. idaeus and D. filix-mas showed significantly lower values (0.57, respectively 0.29 mol m–2 s–1) in the fir-beech stand. Reduction of Fv/Fm under physiological limit was found for F. sylvatica species growing in clear-cut area, where the file of habitat conditions was not probably optimal. Energy content in phytomass of studied plant species varied from 18,511 J g–1 (R. idaeus) to 20,551 J g–1 (V. myrtillus). Significantly higher was only the mean value found for D. filix-mas species growing in the fir-beech stand (19,049 J g–1) compared to the clear-cut area (18,561 J g–1).}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Physiological reaction and energy accumulation of assimilatory organs of 4 dominant plant species were studied in fir-beech ecosystems (80-100-year-old stand) and parallel clear-cut area (10-year-old stand) in locality Hliníky situated in the buffer zone of the Slovenský raj National Park. Studied ecosystems are located on the area affected by human activities. The achieved results showed that the influence of stand climate and habitat conditions differentiated the measured characteristics. Significantly higher photosynthesis was observed in assimilatory organs of F. sylvatica, R. idaeus, D. filix-mas and V. myrtillus species in the fir-beech stand (range 5.79–16.10 μmol CO2 m–2 s–1) compared to the clear-cut area (range 4.54–12.89 μmol CO2 m–2 s–1). V. myrtillus and F. sylvatica species reacted sensitively with significantly lower values of stomatal conductance (0.24, respectively 0.26 mol m–2 s–1) in clear-cut area; R. idaeus and D. filix-mas showed significantly lower values (0.57, respectively 0.29 mol m–2 s–1) in the fir-beech stand. Reduction of Fv/Fm under physiological limit was found for F. sylvatica species growing in clear-cut area, where the file of habitat conditions was not probably optimal. Energy content in phytomass of studied plant species varied from 18,511 J g–1 (R. idaeus) to 20,551 J g–1 (V. myrtillus). Significantly higher was only the mean value found for D. filix-mas species growing in the fir-beech stand (19,049 J g–1) compared to the clear-cut area (18,561 J g–1). |
Schieber, B Effect of altitude on phenology of selected forest plant species in Slovakia (Western Carpathians) Journal Article Folia Oecologica, 41 (1), pp. 75-81, 2014, ISSN: 1336-5266. @article{Schieber2014, title = {Effect of altitude on phenology of selected forest plant species in Slovakia (Western Carpathians)}, author = {B. Schieber}, url = {http://ife.sk/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/FO_v41_iss1_75to81.pdf}, issn = {1336-5266}, year = {2014}, date = {2014-01-01}, journal = {Folia Oecologica}, volume = {41}, number = {1}, pages = {75-81}, abstract = {Phenological response of selected forest plant species to different ecological conditions along the altitudinal gradient were studied during the period of 5 years (2007–2011). Leafing as well as flowering phenophases were investigated within two herb species (Dentaria bulbifera and Galium odoratum) and three shrubs (Prunus spinosa, Rubus idaeus and Sambucus nigra), respectively. Altitudinal gradient was expressed by different altitude sites situated in Burda Mts (200 m a.s.l.), in Kremnické vrchy Mts (500 m a.s.l.) and in Poľana Mts (≥900 m a.s.l.) belonging to Western Carpathians. On average, the earliest onset of the phenophases was found in the low-lying sites and vice versa. For vegetative phenophases, phenological gradient expressing the shift in onset of the phenophases along the gradient reached the mean values from +2.7 to +3.6 days per 100 m. In the case of generative phases (flowering) within the species, the gradient moved from +3.0 to +4.3 days per 100 m of an altitude increase. Interannual variability in onsets of phenophases was also determined.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Phenological response of selected forest plant species to different ecological conditions along the altitudinal gradient were studied during the period of 5 years (2007–2011). Leafing as well as flowering phenophases were investigated within two herb species (Dentaria bulbifera and Galium odoratum) and three shrubs (Prunus spinosa, Rubus idaeus and Sambucus nigra), respectively. Altitudinal gradient was expressed by different altitude sites situated in Burda Mts (200 m a.s.l.), in Kremnické vrchy Mts (500 m a.s.l.) and in Poľana Mts (≥900 m a.s.l.) belonging to Western Carpathians. On average, the earliest onset of the phenophases was found in the low-lying sites and vice versa. For vegetative phenophases, phenological gradient expressing the shift in onset of the phenophases along the gradient reached the mean values from +2.7 to +3.6 days per 100 m. In the case of generative phases (flowering) within the species, the gradient moved from +3.0 to +4.3 days per 100 m of an altitude increase. Interannual variability in onsets of phenophases was also determined. |
Šimková, I; Kuklová, M; Kukla, J Accumulation of Ct and Nt in humus and mineral soil layers: the effect of change of tree species composition in nudal beech forests Journal Article Folia Oecologica, 41 (1), pp. 82-91, 2014, ISSN: 1336-5266. @article{Šimková2014b, title = {Accumulation of C_{t} and N_{t} in humus and mineral soil layers: the effect of change of tree species composition in nudal beech forests}, author = {I. Šimková and M. Kuklová and J. Kukla}, url = {http://ife.sk/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/FO_v41_iss1_82to91.pdf}, issn = {1336-5266}, year = {2014}, date = {2014-01-01}, journal = {Folia Oecologica}, volume = {41}, number = {1}, pages = {82-91}, abstract = {The effect of change of tree species composition on the content of carbon and nitrogen in surface humus and mineral soil layers was studied in the Kremnické vrchy Mts, in the phytocoenoses of forest type group Fagetum pauper. Research was conducted in six forest stands, which represented the natural mature beech stand and five changed stands – birch, spruce, larch, pine and beech pole stage. The research results showed that change of tree species composition had a partial influence on the content of Ct and Nt in soil layers of analyzed phytocoenoses. It was reflected the most in surface humus and topsoil 0–5 cm layers. The highest Ct content was found in surface humus of coniferous stands; in the case of Nt it was in humus horizons of deciduous trees. In the mineral soil layers significantly higher contents of Ct and Nt were found in coniferous stands, in comparison with deciduous stands. Forest stands with changed tree species composition showed a higher content of studied elements in humus horizons as well as in mineral soil layers. In deciduous stands higher C/N ratio was found in mineral layers in comparison with coniferous stands. Stands with changed tree species composition had higher C / N ratio in the subhorizons Ool, and towards to the depth profiles it decreased. Statistically significant differences were found out only in the 0–5 cm soil layers.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } The effect of change of tree species composition on the content of carbon and nitrogen in surface humus and mineral soil layers was studied in the Kremnické vrchy Mts, in the phytocoenoses of forest type group Fagetum pauper. Research was conducted in six forest stands, which represented the natural mature beech stand and five changed stands – birch, spruce, larch, pine and beech pole stage. The research results showed that change of tree species composition had a partial influence on the content of Ct and Nt in soil layers of analyzed phytocoenoses. It was reflected the most in surface humus and topsoil 0–5 cm layers. The highest Ct content was found in surface humus of coniferous stands; in the case of Nt it was in humus horizons of deciduous trees. In the mineral soil layers significantly higher contents of Ct and Nt were found in coniferous stands, in comparison with deciduous stands. Forest stands with changed tree species composition showed a higher content of studied elements in humus horizons as well as in mineral soil layers. In deciduous stands higher C/N ratio was found in mineral layers in comparison with coniferous stands. Stands with changed tree species composition had higher C / N ratio in the subhorizons Ool, and towards to the depth profiles it decreased. Statistically significant differences were found out only in the 0–5 cm soil layers. |
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Naďo, L; Kaňuch, P Dawn swarming in tree-dwelling bats – an unexplored behaviour Journal Article Acta Chiropterologica, 15 (2), pp. 387-392, 2013, ISSN: 1508-1109 . @article{L.2013, title = {Dawn swarming in tree-dwelling bats – an unexplored behaviour}, author = {L. Naďo and P. Kaňuch}, url = {http://www.bioone.org/doi/abs/10.3161/150811013X679008}, issn = {1508-1109 }, year = {2013}, date = {2013-11-06}, journal = {Acta Chiropterologica}, volume = {15}, number = {2}, pages = {387-392}, abstract = {In colonial tree-dwelling bats, is vital to prevent disintegration of the group during frequent roost-switching. Thus some mechanisms which maintain group cohesion are expected. Dawn swarming is a set of behavioural displays observed in many such bats before they enter the roost. It is suggested that this behaviour plays a role in transferring information about the roost position. However this phenomenon had not been explored in detail. Based on qualitative and quantitative description of behaviour we suggest its potential function. Using field-based video-recordings of swarming sessions made on maternity colonies of Leisler’s bat (Nyctalus leisleri), we constructed ethograms which revealed remarkably similar behavioural sequences among individuals. For more than two hours prior to sunrise, individual flybys in front of the roost entrance predominated, followed by landings and leaps, which preceded the final entering of the roost. Interestingly, no obvious peak of behavioural activity was found at any particular time during swarming but a wave-like pattern was observed. We suggest that individuals are swarming in close proximity to the roosting tree with some purpose, most probably serving as a beacon for other group members and thus marking the current location of the roost.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } In colonial tree-dwelling bats, is vital to prevent disintegration of the group during frequent roost-switching. Thus some mechanisms which maintain group cohesion are expected. Dawn swarming is a set of behavioural displays observed in many such bats before they enter the roost. It is suggested that this behaviour plays a role in transferring information about the roost position. However this phenomenon had not been explored in detail. Based on qualitative and quantitative description of behaviour we suggest its potential function. Using field-based video-recordings of swarming sessions made on maternity colonies of Leisler’s bat (Nyctalus leisleri), we constructed ethograms which revealed remarkably similar behavioural sequences among individuals. For more than two hours prior to sunrise, individual flybys in front of the roost entrance predominated, followed by landings and leaps, which preceded the final entering of the roost. Interestingly, no obvious peak of behavioural activity was found at any particular time during swarming but a wave-like pattern was observed. We suggest that individuals are swarming in close proximity to the roosting tree with some purpose, most probably serving as a beacon for other group members and thus marking the current location of the roost. |
Střelcová, K; Kurjak, D; Leštianska, A; Kovalčíková, D; Ditmarová, Ľ; Škvarenina, J; Ahmed, Y A R Differences in transpiration of Norway spruce drought stressed trees and trees well supplied with water Journal Article Biologia, 68 (6), pp. 1118–1122, 2013. @article{K.2013, title = {Differences in transpiration of Norway spruce drought stressed trees and trees well supplied with water}, author = {K. Střelcová and D. Kurjak and A. Leštianska and D. Kovalčíková and Ľ. Ditmarová and J. Škvarenina and Y.A.R. Ahmed}, url = {http://link.springer.com/article/10.2478/s11756-013-0257-4}, year = {2013}, date = {2013-10-20}, journal = {Biologia}, volume = {68}, number = {6}, pages = {1118–1122}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } |
Jamnická, G; Ditmarová, Ľ; Kurjak, D; Kmeť, J; Pšidová, E; Macková, M; Gömöry, D; Střelcová, K The soil hydrogel improved photosynthetic performance of beech seedlings treated under drought Journal Article Plant Soil and Environment, 59 (10), pp. 446-451, 2013. @article{G.2013, title = {The soil hydrogel improved photosynthetic performance of beech seedlings treated under drought}, author = {G. Jamnická and Ľ. Ditmarová and D. Kurjak and J. Kmeť and E. Pšidová and M. Macková and D. Gömöry and K. Střelcová}, url = {http://www.agriculturejournals.cz/publicFiles/102483.pdf}, year = {2013}, date = {2013-09-10}, journal = {Plant Soil and Environment}, volume = {59}, number = {10}, pages = {446-451}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } |
Štofík, J; Merganič, J; Merganičová, K; Saniga, M Seasonal changes in food composition of the brown bear (Ursus arctos) from the edge of its occurence – Eastern Carpathians (Slovakia) Journal Article Folia Zoologica, 62 (3), pp. 221-231, 2013. @article{J.2013, title = {Seasonal changes in food composition of the brown bear (\textit{Ursus arctos}) from the edge of its occurence – Eastern Carpathians (Slovakia)}, author = {J. Štofík and J. Merganič and K. Merganičová and M. Saniga}, url = {http://www.ivb.cz/folia_zoologica/archive/62_222-231.pdf}, year = {2013}, date = {2013-08-08}, journal = {Folia Zoologica}, volume = {62}, number = {3}, pages = {221-231}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } |
Petráš, R; Mecko, J; Oszlányi, J; Petrášová, V; Jamnická, G Landscape of Danube inland-delta and its potential of poplar bioenergy production Journal Article Biomass and Bioenergy, 55 , pp. 68–72, 2013. @article{R.2013, title = {Landscape of Danube inland-delta and its potential of poplar bioenergy production}, author = {R. Petráš and J. Mecko and J. Oszlányi and V. Petrášová and G. Jamnická}, url = {http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0961953412002309}, year = {2013}, date = {2013-08-01}, journal = {Biomass and Bioenergy}, volume = {55}, pages = {68–72}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } |
Jarčuška, B; Day, M The effect of age on height growth in even-sized saplings of Fagus sylvatica L. Journal Article Trees, 27 (6), pp. 1821–1825, 2013. @article{Jarčuška2013, title = {The effect of age on height growth in even-sized saplings of \textit{Fagus sylvatica} L.}, author = {B. Jarčuška and M. Day}, url = {http://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s00468-013-0911-z https://docs.google.com/file/d/0Bz8ojhHeiNclV01LSTJGS0Zmak0/edit}, doi = {10.1007/s00468-013-0911-z}, year = {2013}, date = {2013-07-30}, journal = {Trees}, volume = {27}, number = {6}, pages = {1821–1825}, abstract = {Common beech (Fagus sylvatica L.) saplings were studied along gradients of light availability (4–82 % of full sunlight), initial size (9–290 cm), and age (2–25 years) to examine the interactive effect of these variables on saplings’ annual height growth. Although age was non-significant as a main effect in a linear model, sapling age had a significant interaction with the other variables. After controlling for the effects of size and light, partial regression revealed that height growth was negatively affected by sapling age. Observed growth decline in older common-sized saplings may be explained not as effect of age per se, but as indirect age-related effect probably induced through plastic response of saplings to past growth conditions.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } Common beech (Fagus sylvatica L.) saplings were studied along gradients of light availability (4–82 % of full sunlight), initial size (9–290 cm), and age (2–25 years) to examine the interactive effect of these variables on saplings’ annual height growth. Although age was non-significant as a main effect in a linear model, sapling age had a significant interaction with the other variables. After controlling for the effects of size and light, partial regression revealed that height growth was negatively affected by sapling age. Observed growth decline in older common-sized saplings may be explained not as effect of age per se, but as indirect age-related effect probably induced through plastic response of saplings to past growth conditions. |
Schieber, B; Janík, R; Snopková, Z Phenology of common beech (Fagus sylvatica L.) along the altitudinal gradient in Slovakia (Inner Western Carpathians) Journal Article Journal of Forest Science, 59 (4), pp. 176-184, 2013, ISSN: 1212-4834. @article{SCHIEBER2013, title = {Phenology of common beech (Fagus sylvatica L.) along the altitudinal gradient in Slovakia (Inner Western Carpathians)}, author = {B. Schieber and R. Janík and Z. Snopková}, editor = {B. Schieber and R. Janík and Z. Snopková}, url = {https://www.google.sk/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=2&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=0ahUKEwi03Kv5lJ3WAhWDJ1AKHWgzAOMQFggwMAE&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.agriculturejournals.cz%2FpublicFiles%2F90914.pdf&usg=AFQjCNE43HTJCBOZNWlb_EpEw6vy1dufLQ}, issn = {1212-4834}, year = {2013}, date = {2013-06-30}, journal = {Journal of Forest Science}, volume = {59}, number = {4}, pages = {176-184}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } |
Pastirčáková, K; Pastirčák, M A powdery mildew (Pseudoidium sp.) found on Chelidonium majus in the Czech Republic and Slovakia Journal Article Czech Mycology, 65 (1), pp. 125-133, 2013, ISSN: 1211-0981. @article{K.2013b, title = {A powdery mildew (\textit{Pseudoidium} sp.) found on \textit{Chelidonium majus} in the Czech Republic and Slovakia}, author = {K. Pastirčáková and M. Pastirčák}, url = {http://www.czechmycology.org/_cmo/CM65110.pdf}, issn = {1211-0981}, year = {2013}, date = {2013-06-10}, journal = {Czech Mycology}, volume = {65}, number = {1}, pages = {125-133}, abstract = {The find of a powdery mildew (Pseudoidium sp.) on Chelidonium majus in the Czech Republic and Slovakia is reported. Disease symptoms and morphological characteristics of the anamorph are described. No teleomorph was observed. Morphology and distribution of other powdery mildew species on hosts of the Papaveraceae are discussed. We point out the need for phylogenetic analysis of three closely related species (Erysiphe cruciferarum, E. hylomeci, and E. macleayae) and determination of its relationship to the fungus on C. majus.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } The find of a powdery mildew (Pseudoidium sp.) on Chelidonium majus in the Czech Republic and Slovakia is reported. Disease symptoms and morphological characteristics of the anamorph are described. No teleomorph was observed. Morphology and distribution of other powdery mildew species on hosts of the Papaveraceae are discussed. We point out the need for phylogenetic analysis of three closely related species (Erysiphe cruciferarum, E. hylomeci, and E. macleayae) and determination of its relationship to the fungus on C. majus. |
Krištín, A; Kaňuch, P A review of distribution and ecology of three Orthoptera species of European importance with contributions from their recent north-western range Journal Article North-Western Journal of Zoology, 9 (1), pp. 185-190, 2013. @article{A.2013, title = {A review of distribution and ecology of three Orthoptera species of European importance with contributions from their recent north-western range}, author = {A. Krištín and P. Kaňuch}, url = {http://biozoojournals.ro/nwjz/content/v9n1/nwjz.132101.Kristin.pdf}, year = {2013}, date = {2013-06-01}, journal = {North-Western Journal of Zoology}, volume = {9}, number = {1}, pages = {185-190}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } |
Latková, H; Sándor, A K; Krištín, A Diet composition of the scops owl (Otus scops) in central Romania Journal Article Slovak Raptor Journal , 6 , pp. 17–26, 2013, ISSN: 1337-3463. @article{LATKOVÁ2013, title = {Diet composition of the scops owl (Otus scops) in central Romania}, author = {H. Latková and A.K. Sándor and A. Krištín}, url = {https://www.degruyter.com/view/j/srj.2012.6.issue-1/v10262-012-0064-9/v10262-012-0064-9.xml}, doi = {https://doi.org/10.2478/v10262-012-0064-9}, issn = {1337-3463}, year = {2013}, date = {2013-06-01}, journal = {Slovak Raptor Journal }, volume = {6}, pages = {17–26}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } |
Kluvánková-Oravská, T; Chobotová, V; Smolková, E The challenges of policy convergence: The Europeanization of biodiversity governance in an enlarging EU Journal Article Environment and Planning C: Government and Policy, 31 (3), pp. 401-413, 2013. @article{T.2013, title = {The challenges of policy convergence: The Europeanization of biodiversity governance in an enlarging EU}, author = {T. Kluvánková-Oravská and V. Chobotová and E. Smolková}, url = {http://epc.sagepub.com/content/31/3/401.abstract}, year = {2013}, date = {2013-06-01}, journal = {Environment and Planning C: Government and Policy}, volume = {31}, number = {3}, pages = {401-413}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } |
Sliacka, A; Krištín, A; Naďo, L Response to Orthoptera to clear-cuts in beech forests Journal Article European Journal of Entomology, 110 (2), pp. 319-326, 2013. @article{A.2013b, title = {Response to Orthoptera to clear-cuts in beech forests}, author = {A. Sliacka and A. Krištín and L. Naďo}, url = {http://www.eje.cz/artkey/eje-201302-0018_response_of_orthoptera_to_clear-cuts_in_beech_forests.php}, year = {2013}, date = {2013-04-11}, journal = {European Journal of Entomology}, volume = {110}, number = {2}, pages = {319-326}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } |
Kaňuch, P; Kiehl, B; Low, M; Cassel-Lundhagen, A On variation of polyandry in a bush-cricket, Metrioptera roeselii, in northern Europe Journal Article Journal of Insect Science, 13 , pp. 1-10, 2013. @article{P.2013, title = {On variation of polyandry in a bush-cricket, \textit{Metrioptera roeselii}, in northern Europe}, author = {P. Kaňuch and B. Kiehl and M. Low and A. Cassel-Lundhagen}, url = {https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3735106/}, year = {2013}, date = {2013-03-02}, journal = {Journal of Insect Science}, volume = {13}, pages = {1-10}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } |
Retamal, M; Barta, M; Pérez, E R; Flores, E V Neozygites osornensis sp. nov., a fungal species causing mortality to the cypress aphid Cinara cupressi in Chile Journal Article Mycologia, 105 (3), pp. 661 – 669, 2013, ISSN: 1557-2536. @article{Retamal2013, title = {\textit{Neozygites osornensis} sp. nov., a fungal species causing mortality to the cypress aphid \textit{Cinara cupressi} in Chile}, author = {M. Retamal and M. Barta and E. R. Pérez and E. V. Flores}, url = {http://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.3852/12-125}, doi = {DOI: 10.3852/12-125}, issn = {1557-2536}, year = {2013}, date = {2013-01-20}, journal = {Mycologia}, volume = {105}, number = {3}, pages = {661 – 669}, abstract = {An entomophthoralean fungus causing epizootics in populations of the cypress aphid, \textit{Cinara cupressi} Buckton, in Chile is described as a new species, \textit{Neozygites osornensis} Montalva et Barta. The aphid pathogen is described based on morphological characters. An exhaustive description, illustrations and a comparison with closely related species are provided. The fungus differs from similar \textit{Neozygites} species by smaller hyphal bodies, nuclei, primary conidia, capilliconidia and capilliphores and by noticeably different shape of capilliconidia. A key to aphid-pathogenic species of \textit{Neozygites} is also included.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } An entomophthoralean fungus causing epizootics in populations of the cypress aphid, Cinara cupressi Buckton, in Chile is described as a new species, Neozygites osornensis Montalva et Barta. The aphid pathogen is described based on morphological characters. An exhaustive description, illustrations and a comparison with closely related species are provided. The fungus differs from similar Neozygites species by smaller hyphal bodies, nuclei, primary conidia, capilliconidia and capilliphores and by noticeably different shape of capilliconidia. A key to aphid-pathogenic species of Neozygites is also included. |
Ivanová, H; Bernadovičová, S Coniochaeta prunicola – first record for Slovakia and Europe Journal Article Central European Journal of Biology, 8 (2), pp. 195–200, 2013. @article{H.2013, title = {\textit{Coniochaeta prunicola} – first record for Slovakia and Europe}, author = {H. Ivanová and S. Bernadovičová}, url = {http://link.springer.com/article/10.2478/s11535-013-0122-4}, year = {2013}, date = {2013-01-01}, journal = {Central European Journal of Biology}, volume = {8}, number = {2}, pages = {195–200}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } |
Maliníková, E; Kukla, J; Kuklová, M Altitudinal variation of plant traits: morphological characteristics in Fragaria vesca L. (Rosacea) Journal Article Annals of Forest Research: journal of forestry and environmental sciences, 56 (1), pp. 79-89, 2013, ISSN: ISSN 1844-8135. @article{Maliníková2013, title = {Altitudinal variation of plant traits: morphological characteristics in Fragaria vesca L. (Rosacea)}, author = {E. Maliníková and J. Kukla and M. Kuklová}, issn = {ISSN 1844-8135}, year = {2013}, date = {2013-01-01}, journal = {Annals of Forest Research: journal of forestry and environmental sciences}, volume = {56}, number = {1}, pages = {79-89}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } |
Ivanová, H Anatomic-morphological characteristic of fungus Coniochaeta prunicola isolated from Prunus cerasus leaves Journal Article Folia Oecologica, 40 (1), pp. 28-33, 2013. @article{Ivanová2013, title = {Anatomic-morphological characteristic of fungus Coniochaeta prunicola isolated from Prunus cerasus leaves}, author = {H. Ivanová}, year = {2013}, date = {2013-01-01}, journal = {Folia Oecologica}, volume = {40}, number = {1}, pages = {28-33}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } |
Jarčuška, B; Mihál, I; Cicák, A; Tsakov, H Beech bark necrosis: partitioning the environmental and spatial variation of the damage severity in Central and South-Eastern Europe Journal Article Annals of Forest Research, 56 , pp. 317-338, 2013. @article{Jarčuška2013b, title = {Beech bark necrosis: partitioning the environmental and spatial variation of the damage severity in Central and South-Eastern Europe}, author = {B. Jarčuška and I. Mihál and A. Cicák and H. Tsakov }, url = {http://www.afrjournal.org/index.php/afr/article/viewFile/34/53}, year = {2013}, date = {2013-01-01}, journal = {Annals of Forest Research}, volume = {56}, pages = {317-338}, abstract = { The beech bark necrosis (BBN) infestation severity of European beech (Fagus sylvatica L.) was assessed in regions of Central (CE) and South-Eastern Europe (SE). Altogether more than 10,000 trees were sampled at 114 sites. Using variation partitioning method, we examined the pure and shared effects of stand, site, climate and spatial sets of variables on mean BBN severity. Our rating included (i) the whole stand, (ii) tree social status classes, (iii) canopy (C) and (iv) understory (U) trees separately. We found that C trees were less affected by BBN than sub-canopy and U trees in both regions. There were found inter-regional differences in amount of explained variability (25.4–73.9%) for whole stand BBN and in the sensitivity of C and U trees to the environmental gradients. The analysis revealed that the climate and spatial variables followed by stand variables had the largest marginal effects on mean BBN severity in all models, while the site set of variables had the weakest one. More than half of the explained variation was shared among four sets of variables in SE, contrary to CE. Except to U trees in SE, the effect of climate – pure or spatially structured – remained the highest also after partitioning of variance; more in SE than in CE. Taking into account positive association between mean annual temperature and mean BBN severity in C trees in SE, reinforced negative effect of climate change on the necrosis might be expected to be more serious mainly in low situated beech forests there. Promoting the tree species diversity in areas with higher incidence of beech bark necrosis, i.e. in low altitudes in SE, could reduce the susceptibility of forests to the necrosis at regional level in the future. For better understanding of the relative importance of environmental and spatial variables on BBN severity, further research performed on finer spatial scale (extent and grain) is necessary, along with accounting for pathogens involved in the infestation.}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } The beech bark necrosis (BBN) infestation severity of European beech (Fagus sylvatica L.) was assessed in regions of Central (CE) and South-Eastern Europe (SE). Altogether more than 10,000 trees were sampled at 114 sites. Using variation partitioning method, we examined the pure and shared effects of stand, site, climate and spatial sets of variables on mean BBN severity. Our rating included (i) the whole stand, (ii) tree social status classes, (iii) canopy (C) and (iv) understory (U) trees separately. We found that C trees were less affected by BBN than sub-canopy and U trees in both regions. There were found inter-regional differences in amount of explained variability (25.4–73.9%) for whole stand BBN and in the sensitivity of C and U trees to the environmental gradients. The analysis revealed that the climate and spatial variables followed by stand variables had the largest marginal effects on mean BBN severity in all models, while the site set of variables had the weakest one. More than half of the explained variation was shared among four sets of variables in SE, contrary to CE. Except to U trees in SE, the effect of climate – pure or spatially structured – remained the highest also after partitioning of variance; more in SE than in CE. Taking into account positive association between mean annual temperature and mean BBN severity in C trees in SE, reinforced negative effect of climate change on the necrosis might be expected to be more serious mainly in low situated beech forests there. Promoting the tree species diversity in areas with higher incidence of beech bark necrosis, i.e. in low altitudes in SE, could reduce the susceptibility of forests to the necrosis at regional level in the future. For better understanding of the relative importance of environmental and spatial variables on BBN severity, further research performed on finer spatial scale (extent and grain) is necessary, along with accounting for pathogens involved in the infestation. |
Kaňuch, P; Berggren, A; Cassel-Lundhagen, A Colonization history of Metrioptera roeselii in northern Europe indicates human-mediated dispersal Journal Article Journal of Biogeography, 40 (5), pp. 977–987, 2013. @article{P.2013b, title = {Colonization history of \textit{Metrioptera roeselii} in northern Europe indicates human-mediated dispersal}, author = {P. Kaňuch and A. Berggren and A. Cassel-Lundhagen}, url = {http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/jbi.12048/abstract}, year = {2013}, date = {2013-01-01}, journal = {Journal of Biogeography}, volume = {40}, number = {5}, pages = {977–987}, keywords = {}, pubstate = {published}, tppubtype = {article} } |
2019 |
Notes on a small collection of phaneropterine bush-crickets (Insecta: Orthoptera: Tettigonioidea) from Central and Southern Madagascar with the description of two new species Journal Article Zootaxa, 4563 (2), pp. 297–310, 2019. |
SkyBat: a swarm robotic model inspired by fission-fusion behaviour of bats Book Chapter Forthcoming Aspragathos, N; Koustoumpardis, P; Moulianitis, V (Ed.): RAAD 2018, 67 , Chapter Mechanisms and Machine Science, pp. 521-528, Springer, Cham, Switzerland, Advances in Service and Industrial Robotics, Forthcoming, ISBN: 978-3-030-00231-2. |
Size‐dependent mating pattern in a nuptial gift‐giving insect Journal Article Forthcoming Ecology and Evolution, Forthcoming. |
Pannonic salt marshes revealed six new spiders to Slovakia (Araneae: Gnaphosidae, Linyphiidae, Lycosidae, Theridiidae). Journal Article Biológia, 74 (1), pp. 53-64, 2019. |
Forests, 10 (1), 2019. |
The species-rich arthropod communities in fungal fruitbodies are weakly structured by climate and biogeography across European beech forests Journal Article Diversity and Distributions, 2019. |
Assessment of the biocultural value of traditional agricultural landscape on a plot‐by‐plot level: case studies from Slovakia Journal Article Biodiversity and Conservation, 28 , pp. 2615–2645, 2019. |
2018 |
Peľ a včelie peľové obnôžky z niektorých druhov rastlín Book Chapter Brindza, J; Motyleva, S (Ed.): Chapter 4, pp. 147, Slovenská poľnohospodárska univerzita v Nitre, Tr. A. Hlinku 2, 949 01 Nitra, FarmersEduca, 2018, ISBN: 978-80-552-1862-5. |
Grading of blight resistance in different chestnut accessions. Journal Article Acta Horticulturae, 1220 , pp. 87-94, 2018, ISSN: 05677572. |
Individual resistance of Fraxinus angustifolia and F. excelsior clones to Hymenoscyphus fraxineus Journal Article Journal of Plant Protection Research, 58 (3), pp. 227-233, 2018, ISSN: 1427-4345. |
Powdery mildew of California poppy caused by Erysiphe eschscholziae in Mexico Journal Article Canadian Journal of Plant Pathology, 40 (3), pp. 461-466, 2018, ISSN: 0706-0661 . |
Two blue-stain fungi colonizing Scots pine (Pinus sylvestris) trees infested by bark beetles in Slovakia, Central Europe Journal Article Biologia, 73 (11), pp. 1053-1066, 2018, ISSN: 0006-3088. |
From leaf to continent: The multi-scale distribution of an invasive cryptic pathogen complex on oak Journal Article Fungal Ecology, 36 , pp. 39-50, 2018, ISSN: 1754-5048. |
Ektomykorízne makromycéty v monokultúrnych smrečinách rôzneho veku na bývalej poľnohospodárskej pôde – zhodnotenie za rok 2016 Journal Article Zprávy lesnického výzkumu, 63 (3), pp. 195-205, 2018. |
Alterations in wood and bark structure of apple tree (Malus domestica) caused by Neonectria ditissima fungus Journal Article Acta Facultatis Xylologiae, 60 (1), pp. 5-12, 2018. |
Mycobiota in dead and damaged branches of silver birch in Slovakia Journal Article Baltic Forestry, 24 (1), pp. 17-23, 2018, ISSN: 1392-1355. |
Screening for resistance of progenies derived from Castanea sativa × C. crenata and C. crenata to Cryphonectria parasitica Journal Article Forest Pathology, 48 (5), pp. e12439, 2018, ISSN: 1439-0329. |
Fungal Planet description sheets: 716-784 Journal Article Persoonia, 40 , pp. 240-393, 2018, ISSN: 1878-9080. |
European Hodophilus (Clavariaceae, Agaricales) species with yellow stipe Journal Article Mycological Progress, 17 (9), pp. 1097-1111, 2018, ISSN: ISSN: 1861-8952 . |
Structure of fungal communities (Ascomycota, Basidiomycota) in Western Carpathian submontane forest stands under different managements Journal Article Mycosphere, 9 (6), pp. 1053-1072, 2018. |
Needle blight caused by Dothistroma pini in Slovakia: distribution, host range and mating types Journal Article Scandinavian Journal of Forest Research, 33 (7), pp. 650-656, 2018, ISSN: 1651-1891. |
Journal of Invertebrate Pathology, 155 , pp. 52-54, 2018, ISSN: 0022-2011. |
Microscopic fungi isolated from different Slovak grape varieties Journal Article Potravinarstvo Slovak Journal of Food Sciences, 12 (1), pp. 438-443, 2018, ISSN: 1337-0960. |
Species diversity of fungi on damaged branches and leaves of ashes (Fraxinus spp.) in different types of stands in Slovakia Journal Article Central European Forestry Journal, 64 (2), pp. 133-139, 2018, ISSN: 0323-1046. |
The hosts and geographic range of Dothistroma needle blight in Slovakia Journal Article Forest Pathology, 48 (3), pp. e12421, 2018, ISSN: 1437-4781. |
Spiders of Slovakia Book VEDA, 2018, ISBN: 978-80-224-1618-4. |
Bioacoustics , pp. 1-14, 2018. |
Early stage litter decomposition across biomes Journal Article Science of the Total Environment, 628-629 (1), pp. 1369-1394, 2018, ISSN: 0378-1127. |
Cooperative nest‐defence behaviour and territory quality in a resident and socially monogamous passerine Journal Article Ethology, 124 (7), pp. 514-526, 2018, ISSN: 1439-0310. |
Altitude of origin influences the responses of PSII photochemistry to heat waves in European beech (Fagus sylvatica L.) Journal Article Environmental and Experimental Botany, 152 , pp. 97-106, 2018, ISSN: 00988472. |
Adaptive variation in physiological traits of beech provenances in Central Europe Journal Article iForest-Biogeosciences and Forestry, 11 (1), pp. 24-31, 2018. |
Why sampling ratio matters: Logistic regression and studies of habitat use Journal Article PloS ONE, 13 (7), pp. e0200742, 2018. |
Watermelon leaf antioxidant defence under sea-like water irrigation differs with growth vigour Journal Article Agrochimica, 62 (1), pp. 47-54, 2018. |
Can late flushing trees avoid attack by moth larvae in temperate forests? Journal Article Plant Protection Science, 54 , pp. 272-283, 2018, ISSN: 12122580. |
Foraging Habitat, Home-Range Size and Diet of a Mediterranean Bat Species, Savi's Pipistrelle Journal Article Acta Chiropterologica, 20 (2), pp. 351-360, 2018. |
K poznaniu mykoflóry dvoch lesných porastov s rôznym zastúpením smreka v CHKO-BR Poľana Journal Article Natura Carpatica, (59), pp. 25-33, 2018, ISBN: 978-80-89093-53-3. |
Sordaria fimicola-like ascomycete isolated from Pinus coulteri needles in Slovakia Journal Article Biologia, 73 (6), pp. 553-559, 2018, ISSN: ISSN 0006-3088. |
2017 |
Hypoderma rubi on two new hosts in Slovakia Journal Article Mycotaxon, 132 (4), pp. 849–855, 2017, ISSN: 0093-4666. |
Delimitation of European Crepidotus stenocystis as different from the North American species C. brunnescens (Crepidotaceae, Agariccales) Journal Article Phytotaxa, 328 (2), pp. 127-139, 2017, ISSN: 1179-3163. |
Polish Journal of Ecology, 65 (3), pp. 339-351, 2017, ISSN: 2450-1395. |
Influence of different forest protection strategies on spruce tree mortality during a bark beetle outbreak Journal Article Annals of Forest Science, 74 , 2017, ISSN: 1297-966X. |
Response of ground-dwelling harvestman assemblages (Arachnida: Opiliones) to European beech forest canopy cover Journal Article European Journal of Entomology, (114), pp. 334-342, 2017. |
Zoologischer Anzeiger, (267), pp. 8-14, 2017. |
Hodophilus (Clavariaceae, Agaricales) species with dark dots on the stipe: more than one species in Europe Journal Article Mycological Progress, 16 (8), pp. 811–821, 2017, ISSN: 1861-8952 . |
Vestnik zoologii, 51 (3), pp. 259-270, 2017. |
Lignicolous macromycetes in spruce monocultures at Vrch Dobroč locality (Central Slovakia) Journal Article Catathelasma, (18), pp. 5-17, 2017. |
Haplotype diversity in common pipistrelle’s mass hibernacula from central Europe Journal Article Biologia (Bratislava), 72 (5), pp. 548-553, 2017, ISSN: 1336-9563. |
Interactions between windthrow, bark beetles and forest management in the Tatra national parks Journal Article Forest Ecology and Management, 391 , pp. 349-361, 2017, ISSN: 03781127. |
Agricultural and Forest Meteorology, 242 , pp. 85-95, 2017. |
Natural infection of Fraxinus angustifolia by Hymenoscyphus fraxineus in Slovakia Journal Article Baltic Forestry, 23 (1), pp. 52-55, 2017, ISSN: 2029-9230. |
ZooKeys, 665 , pp. 85-92, 2017. |
Contribution to the pathogenic fungi on woody plants in North Korea Journal Article Phytotaxa, 299 (2), pp. 185-198, 2017, ISSN: 1179-3155. |
Species assemblages of ladybirds including the harlequin ladybird Harmonia axyridis: a comparison at large spatial scale in urban habitats Journal Article BioControl, 62 (3), pp. 409-421, 2017. |
Extensively damaged trees tested with acoustic tomography considering tree stability in urban greenery Journal Article Trees Structure and Function, 31 (3), pp. 1015-1023, 2017, ISSN: 1432-2285. |
Simulating bark beetle population dynamics in response to windthrow events Journal Article Ecological Complexity, 32 , pp. 21-30, 2017, ISSN: 1476-945X. |
Abiotic factors and biotic interactions jointly drive spider assemblages in nest-boxes in mixed forests Journal Article Journal of Arachnology, 45 (2), pp. 213-222, 2017, ISSN: 0161-8202. |
Bird diversity in urban green space: A large-scale analysis of differences between parks and cemeteries in Central Europe Journal Article Urban Forestry & Urban Greening, 27 , pp. 264-271, 2017. |
Contents of nutrients and arsenic in litterfall and surface humus in mature nudal beech stands subjected to different emission-immission loads Journal Article Folia Oecologica, 44 (1), pp. 11-19, 2017, ISSN: 1336-5266. |
Development of soil water regime under spruce stands Journal Article Folia Oecologica, 44 (1), pp. 46-53, 2017, ISSN: 1336-5266. |
Different responses of attic-dwelling bat species to landscape naturalness Journal Article Mammalian Biology - Zeitschrift für Säugetierkunde, 82 , pp. 48-56, 2017, ISSN: 1616-5047. |
Distribution and characterization of Dothistroma needle blight pathogens on Pinus mugo in Slovakia Journal Article European Journal of Plant Pathology, 148 (2), pp. 283-294, 2017, ISSN: 0929-1873. |
Hooker’s or warty barberry? Physiological background analysis for choosing the right one into ornamental plantations endangered by drought. Journal Article Acta Universitatis Agriculturae et Silviculturae Mendelianae Brunensis, 65 (2), pp. 411-418, 2017. |
Morphological features of Camarosporium pini – the fungus associated to health state degradation in Austrian and Ponderosa pine Journal Article Folia Oecologica, 44 (1), pp. 54-57, 2017, ISSN: 1336-5266. |
Nucleotide polymorphisms associated with climate, phenology and physiological traits in European beech (Fagus sylvatica L.) Journal Article New Forests, 48 (3), pp. 463-477, 2017. |
Stay or go? Strong winter feeding site fidelity in small woodland passerines revealed by a homing experiment. Journal Article Journal of Ornithology, 158 (1), pp. 53-61, 2017, ISSN: 0021-8375. |
Structural, temporal and genetic properties of social groups in the short-lived migratory bat Nyctalus leisleri Journal Article Behaviour, 154 (7-8), pp. 785-807, 2017, ISSN: 0005-7959. |
Effective rhododendron propagation through stem cuttings Journal Article Journal of Applied Horticulture, 19 (3), pp. 226-229, 2017, ISBN: 1336-5266. |
Drought and frost tolerance in rhododendron collection of the Mlyňany Arboretum (Slovakia): a screening for future climate Journal Article Folia Oecologica, 44 (2), pp. 87-95, 2017, ISBN: 1336-5266. |
First Record of Keeled Plump Bush-Cricket (Isophya costata Brunner von Wattenwyl, 1878) (Orthoptera, Tettigoniidae) in Slovakia Journal Article Travaux du Muséum National d’Histoire Naturelle «Grigore Antipa», 60 (2), pp. 435-440, 2017. |
Historické štruktúry poľnohospodárskej krajiny Slovenska Book VEDA vydavateľstvo Slovenskej akadémie vied, 2017. |
Foraging opportunism and feeding frequency in the red-footed falcon ( Falco vespertinus ) in Slovakia: case study from 2017 Journal Article Slovak Raptor Journal, 11 , pp. 31-41, 2017. |
Food supply (Orthoptera, Mantodea, Rodentia and Eulipotyphla) and food preferences of the red-footed falcon ( Falco vespertinus ) in Slovakia Journal Article Slovak Raptor Journal, 11 , pp. 1-14, 2017. |
Diet composition of syntopically breeding falcon species Falco vespertinus and Falco tinnunculus in south-western Slovakia Journal Article Slovak Raptor Journal, 11 , pp. 15-30, 2017. |
Peculiarities in structure according diameter in stands updet by the hurricane in the West Rhodopes. Journal Article Nauka za Gorata - Forest Science, (1-2), pp. 53-63, 2017, ISSN: 0861-007X. |
Clonostachys rosea associated with ponderosa and Coulter pine needles in Slovakia Journal Article Biologia, 72 (11), pp. 1258—1263, 2017, ISSN: ISSN 0006-3088. |
2016 |
Invasibility of alien Impatiens parviflora in temperate forest understories Journal Article Flora, 224 , pp. 14–23, 2016. |
Circumscription of species in the Hodophilus foetens complex (Clavariaceae, Agaricales) in Europe Journal Article Mycological Progress, 16 (1), pp. 47–62, 2016, ISSN: 1617-416X. |
Denné motýle (Lepidoptera, Papilionoidea) lúk kúpeľov Sliač a okolia (Slovensko) Journal Article Folia Faunistica Slovaca, 21 (1), pp. 63-71, 2016, ISSN: 1335-7522. |
Chránené vtáčie územia Slovenska Book Štátna ochrana prírody Slovenskej republiky, Banská Bystrica, 2016, ISBN: 978-80-89802-16-6. |
Distribution and ecology of the flightless bush-cricket Poecilimon schmidtii at its northern range margin Journal Article Biologia, 71 (9), pp. 1049-1060, 2016. |
Variability in nestling diet of European hoopes: annual and sampling effect Journal Article Folia Zoologica, 65 (3), pp. 189-199, 2016. |
Slizovky a huby (Myxomycota, Ascomycota, Basidiomycota) Prírodnej rezervácie Fabova hoľa v Národnom parku Muránska planina Journal Article Natura Carpatica, (57), pp. 7-24, 2016. |
Stephanitis takeyai and S. rhododendri (Heteroptera: Tingidae) in Slovakia: first record and economic importance Journal Article Plant Protection Research, 56 (2), pp. 193-198, 2016, ISBN: 1899-007X. |
Kosce (Arachnida, Opiliones) Prírodnej rezervácie Šujské rašelinisko (severozápadné Slovensko) Journal Article Folia Faunistica Slovaca, 21 (2), pp. 109-114, 2016. |
Zprávy lesnického výzkumu, 61 (2), pp. 90-99, 2016, ISSN: 0322-9688. |
Circumscription of species of Hodophilus (Clavariaceae, Agaricales) in North America with naphthalene odours Journal Article Botany, 94 (10), pp. 941-956, 2016, ISSN: 1916-2804. |
Cross-dating tree-ring series of living European beech by isochronic weather records Journal Article Geochronometria, 43 (1), pp. 48-58, 2016, ISSN: 1897-1695. |
Plant Protection Science, 52 (3), pp. 199-208, 2016, ISSN: 1805-9341. |
The first record of tulip tree aphid, Illinoia liriodendri (Hemiptera: Aphididae), from Slovakia – Short Communication Journal Article Plant Protection Science, 52 (2), pp. 142-146, 2016, ISSN: 1212-2580. |
Genetic diversity and host range of powdery mildews on Papaveraceae Journal Article Mycological Progress, 15 (4, article 36), pp. 1-18, 2016, ISSN: 1617-416X. |
International Journal of Acarology, 42 (4), pp. 212-217, 2016, ISSN: 1945-3892. |
Biology and temperature requirements of the invasive seed bug Leptoglossus occidentalis (Heteroptera: Coreidae) in Europe. Journal Article Journal of Pest Science, 89 (1), pp. 31-44, 2016, ISSN: 1612-4758. |
The potential for Entomophaga maimaiga to regulate gypsy moth Lymantria dispar (L.) (Lepidoptera; Erebidae) in Europe Journal Article Journal of Applied Entomology, 140 (8), pp. 565–579, 2016, ISSN: 1439-0418. |
Variance decomposition of prediction of stem biomass increment for European beech: Contribution of selected sources of uncertainty. Journal Article Forest Ecology and Management, 361 , pp. 46–55, 2016, ISSN: 0378-1127. |
Distribution of Lepidopteran Larvae on Norway Spruce: Effects of Slope and Crown Aspect Journal Article Environmental Entomology, 45 (2), pp. 436-445, 2016. |
A noteworthy record of Rhinolophus hipposideros nursery roost under a road bridge Journal Article Vespertilio, 18 , pp. 163-166, 2016, ISSN: 1213-6123. |
Journal of Biogeography, 43 (11), pp. 2099-2112, 2016, ISSN: 1365-2699. |
Brown bear winter feeding ecology in the area with supplementary feeding – Eastern Carpathians (Slovakia) Journal Article Polish Journal of Ecology, 64 (2), pp. 277-288, 2016, ISSN: 1505-2249 . |
Chromium and nickel accumulation by plants along an altitudinal gradient in Western Carpathian secondary spruce stands Journal Article Polish Journal of Environmental Studies, 25 (4), pp. 1563-1572, 2016, ISSN: 1230-1485. |
Comparison of fungal endophytes Pestalotia funerea and Truncatella hartigii isolated from some species of genus Pinus in morphological characteristics of conidia and appendages Journal Article Journal of Forest Science, 62 (6), pp. 279-284, 2016. |
Comparison of two Coniochaeta species (C. ligniaria and C. malacotricha) with a new pathogen of black pine needles - Sordaria macrospora Journal Article Plant Protection Science, 52 (1), pp. 18-25, 2016. |
Desiccation and Mortality Dynamics in Seedlings of Different European Beech (Fagus sylvatica L.) Populations under Extreme Drought Conditions Journal Article Front. Plant Sci., 7 (751), 2016. |
Drevokazné makromycéty v smrekových monokultúrach na bývalých nelesných pôdach lokality Vrch Dobroč v minulosti – 1. etapa výskumu Inproceedings Hlaváč, M; Vidholcová, Z (Ed.): Ochrana drevín a dreva 2016, pp. 41-48, TU Zvolen, 2016. |
Effect of altitude and age of stands on physiological response of three dominant plants in forests of the Western Carpathians Journal Article Plant, Soil and Environment, 62 (8), pp. 341-347, 2016, ISSN: 1214-1178. |
First confirmed report on Fusarium sporotrichioides on Pinus ponderosa var. jeffreyi in Slovakia Journal Article Plant Protection Science, 52 (4), pp. 250-253, 2016. |
Foraging strategy of Kuhl's pipistrelle at the northern edge of the species distribution Journal Article Acta Chiropterologica, 18 (1), pp. 215-222, 2016, ISSN: 1508-1109. |
História a perspektívy mykologického výskumu na lokalite Vrch Dobroč Journal Article Sprav. Slov. Mykol. Spol., 44 , pp. 7-16, 2016. |
Kontaminované prostredie ako významný stresor rastlín Book Chapter Rostliny v podmínkách stresu, Chapter Abiotické stresory, pp. 69-93, Česká zemědělská univerzita, Praha, 2016, ISBN: 978-80-213-2680-4. |
Linking habitat specialization with species' traits in European birds Journal Article Oikos, 125 (3), pp. 405-413, 2016. |
Parasites of Harmonia axyridis: current research and perspectives Journal Article BioControl, 62 , pp. 355-371, 2016. |
Phylogenetic status of endemic Chionomys nivalis mirhanreini in the Western Carpathians. Journal Article Folia Oecologica, 43 (1), pp. 3-11, 2016. |
Monitoring mykoflóry smrekových monokultúr na bývalých nelesných pôdach a perspektívy ďalšieho výskumu Journal Article Životné prostredie, 50 (2), pp. 108-117, 2016. |
Phenology of selected broad-leaved forest trees in a submountain beech forest: two decade analysis Journal Article Reports of Forestry Research, 63 (2), pp. 90-99, 2016, ISSN: 0322-9688. |
Response of the dominant rodent species to close-to-nature logging practices in a temperate mixed forest Journal Article Annals of Forest Research, 59 (2), pp. 259-268, 2016. |
The harlequin ladybird, Harmonia axyridis: global perspectives on invasion history and ecology Journal Article Biological Invasions, 18 , pp. 997-1044, 2016, ISSN: 1387-3547. |
The response of intra-annual stem circumference increase of young European beech provenances to 2012-2014 weather variability Journal Article i-Forest, 9 (6), pp. 960-969, 2016, ISSN: 1971-7458. |
Variation in Ecophysiological Traits and Drought Tolerance of Beech (Fagus sylvatica L.) Seedlings from Different Populations Journal Article Front. Plant Sci., 7 (886), 2016. |
State of Carabid assemblages in forest ecosystem previously affected by high levels of heavy metals Cu and Pb Journal Article Folia Oecologica, 43 (2), pp. 208-212, 2016, ISSN: 1336-5266. |
Soil reaction and tick abundance Ixodes ricinus Journal Article Folia Oecologica, 43 (2), pp. 176-182, 2016, ISSN: 1336-5266. |
2015 |
Swarming behaviour associated with group cohesion in tree-dwelling bats Journal Article Behavioural Processes, 120 , pp. 80–86, 2015, ISSN: 0376-6357. |
Native and alien plant species richness response to soil nitrogen and phosphorus in temperate floodplain and swamp forests Journal Article Forests, 6 (10), pp. 3501-3513, 2015. |
Differentiation in phenological and physiological traits in European beech (Fagus sylvatica L.). Journal Article European Journal of Forest Research, 134 (6), pp. 1075–1085, 2015. |
Reciprocal contamination by invasive plants: analysis of trade exchange between Slovakia and Romania Journal Article Biologia, 70 (7), pp. 893–904, 2015. |
Roost site selection by tree-dwelling bats across biogeographical regions: an updated meta-analysis with meta-regression. Journal Article Mammal Review, 45 (4), pp. 215–226, 2015, ISSN: 1365-2907. |
Environmentally driven variability in size-selective females' mating frequency of bush-cricket Pholidoptera griseoaptera Journal Article Evolutionary Ecology, 29 (5), pp. 787–797, 2015. |
Journal of Chemical Ecology, 41 (7), pp. 678-688, 2015. |
Identification of Hymenoscyphus fraxineus, the causal agent of ash dieback in Slovakia Journal Article Biologia, 70 (5), pp. 559–564, 2015. |
Thaiszia - J. Bot., 25 (2), pp. 121-142, 2015. |
K poznaniu koscov (Arachnida,Opiliones) vybraných lokalít na strednom a východnom Slovensku Journal Article Folia Faunistica Slovaca, 20 (1), pp. 31-35, 2015. |
Harvestmen (Arachnida: Opiliones) of open biotopes in the Poloniny National Park (north-eastern Slovakia) Journal Article Fragmenta Faunistica, 58 (1), pp. 51-58, 2015. |
Beech (Fagus sylvatica L.) bark necrotic damage as a serious phytopathological problem in Central and Southeastern Europe Journal Article Journal of Forest Science, 61 (1), pp. 7-17, 2015. |
Structure and antimicrobial activity relationship of royalisin, an antimicrobial peptide from royal jelly of Apis mellifera. Journal Article Peptides, 68 , pp. 190–196, 2015. |
Applicability of a vegetation indices-based method to map bark beetle outbreaks in the High Tatra Mountains Journal Article Annals of Forest Research, 58 (2), pp. 295-310, 2015. |
Spatial and temporal variations in O3 concentration in Western Carpathian rural mountain enviornments Journal Article Polish Journal of Environmental Studies, 24 (5), pp. 2003-2008, 2015. |
Tree species diversity change in natural regeneration of a beech forest under different management Journal Article Forest Ecology and Management, 342 , pp. 93–102, 2015. |
Assessing seasonal drought stress response in Norway spruce (Picea abies (L.) Karst.) by monitoring stem circumference and sap flow Journal Article Ecohydrology, 8 (3), pp. 378–386, 2015. |
Molecular characterization of 'Candidatus Rickettsia vini' in Ixodes arboricola from the Czech Republic and Slovakia Journal Article Ticks and Tick-Borne Diseases, 6 (3), pp. 330–333, 2015. |
Are the moth larvae able to withstand tree fall caused by wind storm? Journal Article Annals of Forest Research, 58 (1), pp. 185-190, 2015. |
Symphyotrichum ciliatum in Romania: trends of spread and invaded plant communities. Journal Article Open Life Sciences, 10 (1), pp. 159–176, 2015. |
New discoveries on the ecology and echolocation of the heart-nosed bat Cardioderma cor with a contribution to the phylogeny of Megadermatidae Journal Article African Zoology, 50 , pp. 53-57, 2015. |
Photosynthetic response of beech seedlings of different origin to water deficit Journal Article Photosynthetica, 53 (2), pp. 187–194, 2015. |
Environmental impact of the Al smelter on physiology and macronutrient contents in plants and Cambisols Journal Article Plant, Soil and Environment, 61 (2), pp. 72-78, 2015. |
Distribution and population structure of the chestnut blight fungus in Romania Journal Article Plant Protection Science, 51 (3), pp. 141-149, 2015. |
Ústav ekológie lesa, Slovenská akadémia vied, Zvolen, 2015, ISBN: 978-80-89408-22-1. |
Biological control in winter: novel evidence for the importance of generalist predators. Journal Article Journal of Applied Ecology, 52 (1), pp. 270-279, 2015, ISBN: 978-80-224-1618-4. |
Fungi associated with a decline of Pinus nigra in urban greenery Journal Article Acta Fytotechnica et Zootechnica, 18 (2), pp. 36-43, 2015. |
Habitat-conditioned feeding behaviour in Barbitistes constrictus (Orthoptera: Tettigoniidae). Journal Article Open Life Sciences, 10 (1), pp. 1-6, 2015. |
Physiological reaction of forest plants: Physiological reaction of dominant plant species in forest ecosystem Abieti-Fageta inferiora affected by air pollution Book Saarbrücken: Scholars' Press, 2015. |
Lynx, 46 , pp. 19-28, 2015. |
Ústav ekológie lesa, Slovenská akadémia vied, Zvolen, 2015, ISBN: 978-80-89408-21-4. |
Škodcovia gaštana jedlého [Pests of European chestnut] Book Chapter Cagáň, Ľ (Ed.): Choroby a škodcovia záhradníckych rastlín, pp. 301-307, SPU v Nitre, Nitra, 1, 2015, ISBN: 978-80-552-1448-1. |
Škodcovia moruší [Pests of mulberries] Book Chapter Cagáň, Ľ (Ed.): Choroby a škodcovia záhradníckych rastlín, pp. 437-445, SPU v Nitre, Nitra, 1, 2015, ISBN: 978-80-552-1448-1. |
Škodcovia orecha kráľovského [Pest of walnut] Book Chapter Cagáň, Ľ (Ed.): Choroby a škodcovia záhradníckych rastlín, pp. 293-299, SPU v Nitre, Nitra, 1, 2015, ISBN: 978-80-552-1448-1. |
Sordaria fimicola (Ascomycota, Sordariales) on Acer palmatum Journal Article Folia Oecologica, 42 (1), pp. 67-71, 2015. |
The Relationship of Plant Phenology to the Activities of Bees Journal Article Životné prostredie, 49 (1), pp. 48-52, 2015, ISSN: 0044-4863 . |
Vegetation dynamics of herb layer in managed submountain beech forest Journal Article Folia Oecologica, 42 (1), pp. 35-45, 2015, ISSN: 1336-5266. |
Standards of quality for outdoor recreation in Tatra National Park: a contribution to integrated visitor monitoring and management Journal Article Ecologia Montana, 7 (1), pp. 56-65, 2015. |
VI.I. Gleby - Pôdy - Soils [28 mapových listov] Book Chapter Atlas Tatr-przyroda nieozywiona - Atlas Tatier-neživá príroda - Atlas of the Tatra Mts.-abiotic nature, Tatrzański Park Narodowy, Zakopane, 2015, ISBN: 978-83-61788-91-1. |
Význam starostlivosti o dreviny vo verejnej zeleni Proceeding Ústav ekológie lesa SAV Zvolen, Pobočka biológie drevín Nitra, Nitra, 2015, ISBN: 978-80-89408-19-1. |
2014 |
Strong matrilineal structure in common pipistrelle bats (Pipistrellus pipistrellus) is associated with variability in echolocation calls Journal Article Biological Journal of the Linnean Society, 113 (4), pp. 1115–1125, 2014. |
Establishing a leaf proteome reference map for Ginkgo biloba provides insight into potential ethnobotanical uses Journal Article Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, 62 (47), pp. 11547–11556, 2014. |
Host and site factors affecting tree mortality caused by the spruce bark beetle (Ips typographus) in mountainous conditions Journal Article Forest Ecology and Management, 331 , pp. 196–207, 2014. |
Neozygites species associated with aphids in Chile: current status and new reports Journal Article Mycotaxon, 129 (2), pp. 233-245, 2014, ISSN: 2154-8889. |
Species richness pattern along altitudinal gradient in central European beech forests Journal Article Folia Geobotanica, 49 (3), pp. 425–441, 2014. |
Temporal shifts of climate–growth relationships of Norway spruce as an indicator of health decline in the Beskids, Slovakia Journal Article Forest Ecology and Management, 325 , pp. 108-117, 2014. |
Structure of tree vegetation may reduce costs of territory defence in Eurasian Nuthatch Sitta europaea Journal Article Bird Study, 61 , pp. 413-420, 2014. |
Identification of interconnections between landscape pattern and urban dynamics – case study Bratislava, Slovakia Journal Article Ecological Indicators, 42 , pp. 104–111, 2014. |
Actual status of beech bark necrotic disease in south-west Bulgaria Journal Article Nauka za Gorata - Forest Science, (1/2), pp. 63-73, 2014. |
Fungi of the genus Nectria s.l. (Bionectriaceae, Nectriaceae, Hypocreales, Ascomycota) in Bulgaria and their phytopathological significance Journal Article Silva Balcanica, 15 (2), pp. 5-13, 2014. |
Kosce (Opiliones) fragmentárnych spoločenstiev vo vinohradníckej krajine Svätý Jur (Malé Karpaty) Journal Article Folia Faunistica Slovaca, 19 (1), pp. 9-14, 2014. |
Carinostoma elegans new to the Slovakian harvestmen fauna (Opiliones, Dyspnoi, Nemastomatidae) Journal Article Arachnologische Mitteilungen, (48), pp. 16-23, 2014. |
Global distribution of Erysiphe platani: new records, teleomorph formation and re-examination of herbarium collections Journal Article Cryptogamie, Mycologie, 35 (2), pp. 163-176, 2014, ISSN: 0181-1584. |
Zookeys, 412 , pp. 89–112, 2014. |
Genetic diversity of a successful colonizer: isolated populations of Metrioptera roeselii regain variation at an unusually rapid rate Journal Article Ecology and Evolution, 4 (7), pp. 1117–1126, 2014. |
Geographic variation in relict populations: genetics and phenotype of bush-cricket Pholidoptera frivaldskyi (Orthoptera) in Carpathians Journal Article Journal of Insect Conservation, 18 (2), pp. 257–266, 2014. |
The changes of energy and carbon in top soil and above-ground part of Dryopteris filix-mas species along the succession of beech forest. Journal Article Polish Journal of Ecology, 62 (3), pp. 467-478, 2014. |
Co-localization of insect olfactory sensory cells improves the discrimination of closely separated odour sources Journal Article Functional Ecology, 28 (5), pp. 1216–1223, 2014. |
The lily magnolia powdery mildew Erysiphe magnifica found in Slovakia Journal Article Mycotaxon, 127 , pp. 51-57, 2014, ISSN: 0093-4666. |
Female bush-crickets, Pholidoptera griseoaptera, that have received smaller ejaculates show a higher mating rate in the field Journal Article Journal of Insect Behavior, 27 (3), pp. 411–418, 2014. |
First record of Entomophaga maimaiga (Entomophthorales: Entomophthoraceae) in Slovakia Journal Article Biocontrol Science and Technology, 24 (6), pp. 710-714, 2014, ISSN: 1360-0478. |
Czech Mycology: publication of the Czech Scientific Society for Mycology, 66 (2), pp. 193-207, 2014, ISSN: ISSN 0009-0476. |
Accumulation of Ct and Nt in humus and mineral soil layers: the effect of change of tree species composition in nudal beech forests Journal Article Folia Oecologica, 41 (1), pp. 82-91, 2014, ISSN: 1336-5266. |
Age estimation of Norway spruce using incomplete increment cores: testing new and improved methods Journal Article Dendrochronologia, 32 (4), pp. 327–335, 2014. |
Gaštan jedlý na Slovensku a v Európe : pestovanie, ochrana, variabilita a využitie [European chestnut in Slovakia : growing, protection, use and genetic variability] Book Garamond, Nitra, 2014, ISBN: 978-80-89408-18-4. |
Birch necrotic leaf spots caused by fungal pathogens Journal Article Folia Oecologica, 41 (2), 2014. |
Energy production of poplar clones and their energy use efficiency Journal Article iForest, 7 , pp. 150-155, 2014. |
Evaluating similarity of radial increment around tree stem circumference of European beech and Norway spruce form Central Europe Journal Article Geochronometria, 41 (2), pp. 136-146, 2014. |
Factors influencing the wind-bark beetles’ disturbance system in the course of an Ips typographus outbreak in the Tatra Mountains Journal Article Forest Ecology and Management, 312 , pp. 67–77, 2014. |
Morphogenetic soil classification system of Slovakia: basal reference taxonomy Book 2nd edition, Societas pedologica slovaca, Bratislava, 2014, ISBN: 978-80-8163-005-7. |
Phylogeographic analysis and genetic cluster recognition for the conservation of Ural Owls (Strix uralensis) in Europe Journal Article Journal of Ornithology, 155 (1), pp. 121–134, 2014. |
Physiological reaction and energy accumulation of dominant plant species in fir-beech ecosystems affected by air pollution Journal Article Folia Oecologica, 41 (1), pp. 53-61, 2014, ISSN: ISSN 1336-5266. |
Príčiny hromadného hynutia gaštana jedlého [Causal agent of European chestnut blight] Journal Article Zahradnictví : časopis profesionálních zahradníků, 13 (7), pp. 48-51, 2014, ISSN: 1213-7596. |
Spread of chestnut blight in Slovakia in relation to the site topography and climatic characteristics Inproceedings Acta Horticulturae: Proceedings of the second European congress on chestnut : Debrecen, Hungary, Baia Mare, Romania, Modry Kamen, Slovakia, October 9-12, 2013. , pp. 35-42, ISHS, 2014, ISBN: 978 94 6261 032 3. |
Space-time patterns of soil pH and conductivity in submountain beech ecosystems in the West Carpathians Journal Article Folia Oecologica, 41 (2), pp. 141-145, 2014, ISSN: 1336-5266. |
Analysis of ambient ozone in a foothill area in the Western Carpathians Journal Article Folia Oecologica, 41 (2), pp. 146-152, 2014, ISSN: 1336-5266. |
Fungi and slime molds of alder and willow alluvial forests of the upper part of the Muránka river (central Slovakia) Journal Article Folia Oecologica, 41 (2), pp. 153-172, 2014, ISSN: 1336-5266. |
Using noninvasive DNA sampling to estimate abundance and some genetic properties of the Brown bear (Ursus arctos) in the Western Carpathians Journal Article Folia Oecologica, 41 (2), pp. 184-194, 2014, ISSN: 1336-5266. |
Screening resistance to chestnut blight in young chestnut trees derived from Castanea sativa × C. crenata hybrids Journal Article Folia Oecologica, 41 (1), pp. 1-7, 2014, ISSN: 1336-5266. |
Physiological reaction and energy accumulation of dominant plant species in fir-beech ecosystems affected by air pollution Journal Article Folia Oecologica, 41 (1), pp. 53-61, 2014, ISSN: 1336-5266. |
Effect of altitude on phenology of selected forest plant species in Slovakia (Western Carpathians) Journal Article Folia Oecologica, 41 (1), pp. 75-81, 2014, ISSN: 1336-5266. |
Accumulation of Ct and Nt in humus and mineral soil layers: the effect of change of tree species composition in nudal beech forests Journal Article Folia Oecologica, 41 (1), pp. 82-91, 2014, ISSN: 1336-5266. |
2013 |
Dawn swarming in tree-dwelling bats – an unexplored behaviour Journal Article Acta Chiropterologica, 15 (2), pp. 387-392, 2013, ISSN: 1508-1109 . |
Differences in transpiration of Norway spruce drought stressed trees and trees well supplied with water Journal Article Biologia, 68 (6), pp. 1118–1122, 2013. |
The soil hydrogel improved photosynthetic performance of beech seedlings treated under drought Journal Article Plant Soil and Environment, 59 (10), pp. 446-451, 2013. |
Seasonal changes in food composition of the brown bear (Ursus arctos) from the edge of its occurence – Eastern Carpathians (Slovakia) Journal Article Folia Zoologica, 62 (3), pp. 221-231, 2013. |
Landscape of Danube inland-delta and its potential of poplar bioenergy production Journal Article Biomass and Bioenergy, 55 , pp. 68–72, 2013. |
The effect of age on height growth in even-sized saplings of Fagus sylvatica L. Journal Article Trees, 27 (6), pp. 1821–1825, 2013. |
Phenology of common beech (Fagus sylvatica L.) along the altitudinal gradient in Slovakia (Inner Western Carpathians) Journal Article Journal of Forest Science, 59 (4), pp. 176-184, 2013, ISSN: 1212-4834. |
A powdery mildew (Pseudoidium sp.) found on Chelidonium majus in the Czech Republic and Slovakia Journal Article Czech Mycology, 65 (1), pp. 125-133, 2013, ISSN: 1211-0981. |
A review of distribution and ecology of three Orthoptera species of European importance with contributions from their recent north-western range Journal Article North-Western Journal of Zoology, 9 (1), pp. 185-190, 2013. |
Diet composition of the scops owl (Otus scops) in central Romania Journal Article Slovak Raptor Journal , 6 , pp. 17–26, 2013, ISSN: 1337-3463. |
The challenges of policy convergence: The Europeanization of biodiversity governance in an enlarging EU Journal Article Environment and Planning C: Government and Policy, 31 (3), pp. 401-413, 2013. |
Response to Orthoptera to clear-cuts in beech forests Journal Article European Journal of Entomology, 110 (2), pp. 319-326, 2013. |
On variation of polyandry in a bush-cricket, Metrioptera roeselii, in northern Europe Journal Article Journal of Insect Science, 13 , pp. 1-10, 2013. |
Neozygites osornensis sp. nov., a fungal species causing mortality to the cypress aphid Cinara cupressi in Chile Journal Article Mycologia, 105 (3), pp. 661 – 669, 2013, ISSN: 1557-2536. |
Coniochaeta prunicola – first record for Slovakia and Europe Journal Article Central European Journal of Biology, 8 (2), pp. 195–200, 2013. |
Altitudinal variation of plant traits: morphological characteristics in Fragaria vesca L. (Rosacea) Journal Article Annals of Forest Research: journal of forestry and environmental sciences, 56 (1), pp. 79-89, 2013, ISSN: ISSN 1844-8135. |
Anatomic-morphological characteristic of fungus Coniochaeta prunicola isolated from Prunus cerasus leaves Journal Article Folia Oecologica, 40 (1), pp. 28-33, 2013. |
Beech bark necrosis: partitioning the environmental and spatial variation of the damage severity in Central and South-Eastern Europe Journal Article Annals of Forest Research, 56 , pp. 317-338, 2013. |
Colonization history of Metrioptera roeselii in northern Europe indicates human-mediated dispersal Journal Article Journal of Biogeography, 40 (5), pp. 977–987, 2013. |