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The effect of selective logging on the community of chewing lice and feather mites associated birds in Sabah, Malaysia
(Master thesis, 2016-09-02)Selective logging is degrading tropical rainforests worldwide at high rates altering its microclimate and structure. Hence, changes in the assemblages of some taxa have been recorded after selective logging. This is the ... -
The effect of sheep (Ovis aries) on the abundance of ticks (Ixodes ricinus) on the West coast of Norway
(Master thesis, 2012-08-06)The prevalence of ticks is increasing in many parts of the world, including Norway. There are uncertainties why this is happening, but the suggested main three drivers are climate, encroachment and increased abundance of ... -
The effect of ticks (Ixodes ricinus) on early survival of roe deer (Capreolus capreolus) fawns
(Master thesis, 2017)Parasites can be a burden for many animals and may in some cases affect the survival and reproduction of their hosts. The effect ticks may have on the early survival of roe deer (Capreolus capreolus) fawns is less known. ... -
The Effects of Red Deer (Cervus elaphus) herbivory and forestry on bilberry (Vaccinium myrtillus) and on regeneration of understory trees
(Master thesis, 2015-07-03)Herbivory and forestry activities are two drivers that affect forest vegetation structure. Increased cervid populations is a cause of concern as they have a substantial impact on vegetation structure. In addition, forestry ... -
The effects of UV radiation on the content of phenolic acid and flavonoid, stomatal conductance and taste in red lettuce 'Lollo Rosso'
(Master thesis, 2016-08-31)The use of supplementary light to improve the quality of red lettuce is common practice in today’s greenhouse production. Fluorescent lamps that emit Ultraviolet (UV) radiation have been shown to increase the synthesis of ... -
The expansion of red foxes (Vulpes vulpes) into alpine areas - Effects of human-induced subsidies along roads, and consequences for ground-nesting birds
(Master thesis, 2016-08-15)During the past century, the red fox (Vulpes vulpes) has gradually increased its presence in alpine habitats, threatening endangered species such as the arctic fox (Vulpes lagopus). Several factors have been suggested ... -
The fffects of changes in livestock grazing and agricultural land use on an endangered orchid, Herminium monorchis, in Norway : a correlative and experimental approach
(Master thesis, 2016-08-31)Changes in agricultural practices and land use, with abandonment of low-intensity grazing and the transformation of semi-natural meadows into cultivated agricultural areas, have shown negative impacts on several plant ... -
The forest Carbon Certification Project in Iceland : a case study
(Master thesis, 2011-11-11)This study is a part of a bigger project aimed to develop a certification system for carbon stock changes due to afforestation in Iceland. This is interesting because carbon credits created by removals of CO2 from the ... -
The fungal factor : male spider mites prefer fungally killed females to healthy live ones
(Master thesis, 2016-07-27)The two-spotted spider mite, Tetranychus urticae, is a serious pest in a wide variety of crops worldwide, and can negatively affect the production of strawberries. Males of T. urticae approach and guard quiescent deutonymph ... -
The future importance of short term markets: An analyse of intraday prices in the Nordic intraday market; Elbas
(Master thesis, 2017-05-15)The intraday market allows market participants to trade energy nearer to the period of delivery, and will play an essential role in enabling the expected increase of renewable energy in the European energy mix. This thesis ... -
The helminth fauna of brown trout (Salmo trutta) in the lake, Øvre Heimdalsvatn, before and after the establishment of a large population of the invasive species, European minnow (Phoxinus phoxinus)
(Master thesis, 2012-06-18)The objective of this thesis is to compare the parasite fauna of brown trout (Salmo trutta) in the lake, Øvre Heimdalsvatn, before and after the establishment of a large population of the invasive species, the European ... -
The impact of litter on soil quality and regeneration of Norway spruce (Picea abies (L.) H. Karst) and European beech (Fagus sylvatica (L.) : an experimental approach
(Master thesis, 2016-08-31)During the next decades, the climate in Scandinavia is predicted to become wetter and warmer. This change will alter the ecosystems, and implies a possible transformation from Norway spruce (Picea abies) to European beech ... -
The importance of flower resources and habitat configuration for bumblebees (Bombus) in a fragmented agricultural landscape
(Master thesis, 2013-08-23)Bumblebees are important pollinators of crops and wild flowers, and the observed decrease in natural bumblebee populations are therefore an increasing cause of concern. The aim of this thesis was to evaluate how ... -
The importance of weather for abundant saproxylic beetles : an indication of responses to climate change
(Master thesis, 2015-08-07)The effects of climate change are expected to be seen across the globe, as well as impact many different species, including saproxylic beetles. Considering their importance for both biodiversity and as providers of ecosystem ... -
The influence of invasive alien plant control on the foraging habitat quality of the Mauritian flying fox (Pteropus niger)
(Master thesis, 2017)The last surviving Mauritian fruit bat species, Pteropus niger, although endangered, provides essential seed dispersal and pollination services for the threatened native flora. However, their foraging habitats in native ... -
The place of National Park and ecotourism in Norway
(Master thesis, 2015-08-10)T ourism is a big and growing business all over the world. In recent decades, Norway promotes tourism in general and ecotourism in particular, as a product, as well as the improvement of quality and the development ... -
The predictive accuracy of two Swedish nitrogen forest fertilization functions evaluated on norwegian fertilization experiments, and preliminary analyses of economic return
(Master thesis, 2012-09-19)This thesis paper addresses the accuracy of two Swedish predictive functions for the impact of nitrogen (N) fertilization on tree growth, in relation to the Norwegian fertilization data on Norway spruce (Picea abies (L.) ... -
The present and future resource situation in larch (Larix sukeczewii) and lodgepole pine (Pinus contorta) stands in Eyjafjördur, Northern Iceland
(Master thesis, 2012-09-07)Abstract The study took place at Eyjafjördur, Northern Iceland. In this area an afforestation project called “Nordurlandsskogar” started in year 2000 comprising an area of 936.5 hectares. There were three main objectives ... -
The public perceptions of the value of "Muránska planina national park" and the regional environmental policy
(Master thesis, 2012-09-07)The Conservation of the biodiversity has become an important topic. The established protected areas bring alongside positive and negative objects to achieve this aim. This thesis aims to clarify the similarities and ... -
The reaction zone as a defense response in Norway spruce (Picea abies) when infected by the white-rot fungus Heterobasidion parviporum : differentially expressed genes and chemical changes
(Master thesis, 2015-08-11)Heterobasidion parviporum (Fr.) is a pathogenic white-rot fungus that causes root and butt rot in Norway spruce (Picea abies (L.) Karsten), leading to tremendous economical losses in Norway and the rest of Europe. Knowledge ...