Willow ecology and beaver in mountain wetlands

Two willow species dominate Colorado mountain wetlands

In these mountain wetlands:

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Questions addressed

Community description

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Summary of willow relationships

Abiotic conditions show how the two species differ in adaptation

Sexual reproduction was addressed two ways:

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Can willows grow asexually?

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Conclusions:

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Questions

ANOVA results for all statures of S. planifolia and S. monticola

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