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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 ... -
The religious use and protection of plants among the Brahmin and Limbu people of Ilam, Nepal
(Master thesis, 2016)It is important to study if religious beliefs and practices in using sacred plants by different ethnic groups influence in the cultivation and protection of these plants. Such knowledge can be used to formulate sustainable ... -
The significance of tree, site and landscape variables on eight saproxylic beetles in hollow oaks
(Master thesis, 2015-08-07)Fragmentation of habitats is a great threat to biodiversity. An especially vulnerable species group is saproxylic beetles. Many of these are associated with hollow oaks, which provide a unique and stable habitat. The number ... -
The soil carbon pool in two spruce forests established on former open grazing land
(Master thesis, 2012-05-18)Forest soils store a substantial amount of carbon and carbon is a key component in soil organic matter. During the stand development of a forest site, a proportion of the carbon sequestrated by trees and other vegetation ... -
The use of camera traps to identify seed removal agents in an East African savanna
(Master thesis, 2017)Camera traps are commonly used to capture vertebrate activity, but remote video recording of invertebrates may now be possible due to new technology. Video motion detection (VMD) technology can be used to record large ... -
Tilbud av norsk vannkraft - En økonometrisk analyse av hvordan ulike faktorer påvirker nasjonalt og regionalt tilbud av regulerbar vannkraft
(Master thesis, 2014-08-05)Denne masteroppgaven analyserer hvordan det nasjonale og regionale tilbudet av regulerbar vannkraft, påvirkes av faktorer som inngår i produsentenes vannverdiberegninger. Dette gjøres ved å analysere den regulerbare ... -
Tilvekst på bestands- og enkelttrenivå ti år etter selektiv hogst etter KONTUS- prinsippet
(Master thesis, 2015-08-06)I årene frem mot årtusenskiftet var det en økende interesse for selektive hogster i Europa, og også her i Norge. I den forbindelse ble KONTUS-prosjektet startet, for å øke kunnskapen og interessen rundt selektive hogster. ... -
Tilvekstrespons på tynning i svartor (Alnus glutinosa (L.) Gaertn) over en sytten-års periode
(Master thesis, 2015-08-04)Svartor (Alnus glutinosa (L.) Gaertn.) er et relativt ubeskrevet treslag i den norske produksjonsforskningen. Det meste av forskningen er blitt gjort i Sverige eller Sentral‐Europa. Formålet med denne studien var å ... -
Tiurens (Tetrao urogallus) habitatbruk og atferd på dagtid under leikperioden
(Master thesis, 2010-12-06)Ved hjelp av GPS-teknologi studerte vi områdebruk og atferd til tiur (Tetrao urogallus) på dagtid under leikperioden (20. april-31. mai 2009). Dette er første gang tiurer har blitt utstyrt med GPS-sendere, noe som ga oss ... -
To migrate or not to migrate - that`s the question : why do rudd (Scardinius erythrophthalmus) in the Storelva system migrate to Sandnesfjorden?
(Master thesis, 2013-09-05)Migration is a common behaviour in many species and the duration and migration distance vary among species. The occurrence of migration has been related to a gain in fitness through feeding, refuge and spawning benefits, ... -
Tourists perception of Recreational Oppertunity Spectrum as a management tool in Fulufjället National Park
(Master thesis, 2015-08-10)At a time where the amount of wilderness is critically declining, while the demand for nature experiences are rising, multi orientated management becomes increasingly important. One management tool for visitor planning is ... -
Trace metals in water and fish (Unga species, Pungu maclareni, catfish Clarias maclareni) from Lake Barombi Mbo, Cameroon
(Master thesis, 2012-09-17)Lake Barombi Mbo is an isolated oligotrophic lake situated in the volcanic range of West Cameroon and home to several endangered endemic cichlids. A fieldwork was carried out at the lake where water and fish samples ... -
Traditional healers as a foundation pillar of medicinal plant conservation in Uganda.
(Master thesis, 2012-09-12)Traditional knowledge (TK) and medicinal plants (MPs) play an important role in Uganda and in Africa in general. It has been estimated that nearly 80% of the population relies on MPs. It is also believed that traditional ... -
Tree seedling establishment along climatic gradients from lowland to alpine areas en western Norway
(Master thesis, 2012-09-14)