Eur. J. Entomol. 93 (3): 461-466, 1996
The multiple stressor approach in ecophysiology as exemplified by studies on temperate Collembola
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Focussing on one stressor in ecophysiological research, such as low temperature or water shortage, may be practical but is unrealistic, and extrapolation based on these data e.g. to biogeographical distribution patterns, may fail. Ecophysiological research on temperate Collembola during estivation and overwintering serve as an example to show the importance of multiple stressor studies, including the simultaneous effects of food and water shortage and those of food shortage and low temperature. it is advocated to perform multiple stressor studies including toxic substances, such as heavy metals and organic toxicants.
Keywords: Ecophysiology, multiple stressor approach, combination effects, food shortage, water shortage, low temperature, population dynamics, Collembola
Accepted: June 10, 1996; Published: September 30, 1996 Show citation
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