Lead researcher(s)
Markus Franzen
Status
Active
This project investigates the intricate timing of life cycle events (phenology) and their alignment with food web interactions in oak forests across Sweden. We examine how the timing of oak budburst and senescence influences, and is influenced by, the activity patterns of herbivores and predators. Through field observations and ecological modelling, we aim to understand how these dynamics contribute to oak ecosystems’ overall health and stability, offering insights that can guide future conservation efforts. In collaboration with Ayco Tack, Tomas Roslin