In the realm of ecological research, understanding the dynamics of species interactions is of paramount importance to me. One such interaction that has garnered significant attention is herbivory, which refers to the consumption of plants by animals. Herbivory plays a crucial role in shaping plant communities, influencing population dynamics, and ultimately impacting ecosystem functioning. In this blog post, I delve into the theoretical basis of my research project, which focuses on investigating the herbivory damage inflicted on invasive Daphne and native Salal across different ground elevations. The ideas underpinning my research project revolve around invasive species ecology, native plant conservation, plant-herbivore interactions, and the ecological implications of habitat variation. The keywords I would use to describe my research include:
- Enemy Release Hypothesis
- Plant Defense Strategies
- Habitat Heterogeneity
Overall a good start of the theoretical basis that will form your introduction. I would choose simpler key words. Shouldn’t herbivory be one and what about invasive?