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In a study led by Katie Driscoll, two stream restoration techniques were evaluated for their effectiveness in recovering degraded riparian ecosystems. The research focused on the use of Beaver Dam Analogs and plug-in ponds to address issues caused by channel incision and lowered water tables due to livestock overgrazing. By analyzing plant traits, the study aimed to assess changes in community composition and the overall success of the restoration efforts. While both techniques showed promise in raising water tables and enhancing plant cover, they alone may not fully restore ecosystem functions. The findings highlight the importance of trait-based analysis as a cost-effective method for monitoring stream restoration.
| Date Taken: | 09.08.2025 |
| Date Posted: | 09.30.2025 15:44 |
| Category: | Interviews |
| Audio ID: | 88630 |
| Filename: | 2509/DOD_111336087.mp3 |
| Length: | 00:05:03 |
| Location: | US |
| Web Views: | 1 |
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