Changes in topography and vegetation near gaps in a protective foredune

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

10-15-2007

Abstract

Data gathered on a foredune on a nourished beach reveal the relationships between topography and plant communities at gaps in the dune crest. Sand inundation at gaps allows plants in some portions of the dune to rejuvenate to earlier successional stages, while an increase in richness occurs in other portions. Ammophila breviligulata can create an initial dune ridge, colonize new areas of bare sand within the dune field, facilitate growth of other species, and provide a natural alternative to fencing in managing gaps. Foredune mobility can be considered a positive factor if beach width and dune volume provide adequate protection. © 2007 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.

Identifier

35148871256 (Scopus)

Publication Title

Ocean and Coastal Management

External Full Text Location

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ocecoaman.2007.04.004

ISSN

09645691

First Page

945

Last Page

959

Issue

11-12

Volume

50

Fund Ref

U.S. Department of Commerce

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