Salty Prairie
Scenario model
Current ecosystem state
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Management practices/drivers
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Transition T1A
Absence of disturbance and natural regeneration over time, may be coupled with introduction of non-native species
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Restoration pathway R2A
Reintroduction of fire and regular disturbance return intervals and removal on non-native species
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No transition or restoration pathway between the selected states has been described
Target ecosystem state
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Mechanism
Introduction of invasive species propagules triggers the transition towards the Prairie Shrubland State (2). Species composition of invasive shrub species of more than 15 percent indicates the transition. Inappropriate grazing management combined with lack of fire and brush management drives this transition, especially during extended drought periods.
Mechanism
Treatment of invasive species combined with proper grazing management can drive restoration of the Mid/Tallgrass Prairie Community (1.1). This will require substantial energy input. Mechanical and/or chemical vegetation treatments will be required in conjunction with brush control. The driver of this restoration pathway is proper grazing management combined with fire and brush management.
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