Grassland irrigation and fertilisation alter vegetation height and vegetation within temperature and negatively affect orthopteran populations
J.-Y. Humbert, S. Delley, R. Arlettaz
This study shows that intensifying grassland management through irrigation and fertilization reduces orthopteran populations, particularly Caelifera, while increasing vegetation height and cooling microclimates.
bioRxiv · Jan 17, 2020 · PreprintEcology