Title:
A conceptual model of vegetation dynamics in the semiarid Highland savanna of Namibia, with particular reference to bush thickening by Acacia mellifera
Publication Year:
2008
Abstract:
Namibian rangelands are encroached with Acacia mellifera, partially resulting from a poor understanding of vegetation dynamics. A conceptual state-and-transition model of vegetation dynamics in the semiarid Highland savanna in central Namibia, emphasising bush thickening by A. mellifera, is described. Two main states, a grassy and a bushy state, are identified. Keywords: fire, hazards, management, opportunities, state-and-transition.
Publication Title:
Journal of Arid Environments
Volume:
72
Issue:
12
Pages:
2201 - 2210
Item Type:
Journal Article
Language:
en