Deer slow down litter decomposition by reducing litter quality in a temperate forest
S. Chollet, M. Maillard, J. Schorghuber, S. Grayston, J.-L. Martin
This study shows that deer reduce litter decomposition rates by lowering litter quality, with a greater impact on carbon loss than decomposer ability.
bioRxiv · Oct 6, 2019 · PreprintEcology