Ants are abundant in most of the world's terrestrial environments. They are energetic, strong
for their size, numerous, and socially cooperative. They play many geomorphologically …

Human land uses, such as agriculture, can leave long‐lasting legacies as ecosystems
recover. As a consequence, active restoration may be necessary to overcome land‐use …

Context Landscape-scale studies of ecosystem services (ES) have increased, but few
consider land-use history. Historical land use may be especially important in cultural …

Human land use, including agriculture, is a leading contributor to declining biodiversity
worldwide and can leave long‐lasting legacies on ecosystems after cessation. Ecological …

Regrowing secondary forests dominate tropical regions today, and a mechanistic
understanding of their recovery dynamics provides important insights for conservation. In …

Ecological restoration is a global priority, with potential to reverse biodiversity declines and
promote ecosystem functioning. Yet, successful restoration is challenged by lingering …

Research into geographical invasions of red imported fire ants (RIFAs) by anthropogenic
disturbances has received much attention. However, little is known about how land-use …

Agricultural land use is a leading cause of habitat degradation, leaving a legacy of
ecological impacts long after agriculture has ceased. Yet the mechanisms for legacy effects …

Hydrological studies in small basins are essential for investigating the role of distinct
processes on water resources conservation and to assess the impact of the natural …

Increased droughts and variable rainfall patterns may alter the capacity to provide
ecosystem services, such as biomass production and clean water provision. The impact of …