Habitat complexity describes a wide array of spatial distribution patterns of physical
structures in habitats. It affects aquatic ecosystems on multiple levels from individuals (eg …

Loss and degradation of wetland habitats are major contributing factors to the global decline
of amphibians. Creation and restoration of wetlands could be a valuable tool for increasing …

Ponds are among the most biodiverse and ecologically important freshwater habitats
globally and may provide a significant opportunity to mitigate anthropogenic pressures and …

Human presence at water bodies can have a range of ecological impacts, creating trade-offs
between recreation as an ecosystem service and conservation. Conservation policies could …

Altered global climates in the 21st century pose serious threats for biological systems and
practical actions are needed to mount a response for species at risk. 2. We identify …

As natural wetlands disappear, constructed wetlands may play vital roles in amphibian
conservation. However, previous investigations have concluded that artificial wetlands do …

A massive decline of biodiversity is caused by land-use changes. Efforts must therefore be
made to better understand the factors that govern organismal distribution, especially for …

Phenotypic plasticity has been studied intensively in experimental settings but infrequently
in nature, and therefore the relevance of experimental findings is poorly known. This is …

The prevention of biodiversity loss in agricultural landscapes to protect ecosystem stability
and functions is of major importance in itself and for the maintenance of associated …

Since the first documented declines of amphibian species, researchers have learned how
nonnative species can depress amphibian populations and lead to local extinctions. Here …