Ecological Stoichiometry in Streams

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

1-1-2022

Abstract

Ecological stoichiometry (ES) is the study of how the availability of multiple elements, including carbon, nitrogen, and phosphorus, constrain ecological interactions. Since its inception, ES has provided an integrative framework to advance the science of stream ecology across organismal to ecosystem levels. Here, we review principles of ES in streams, focusing on homeostatic regulation among stream organisms, patterns of elemental imbalances within stream food webs, and scaling from organismal processes to community and ecosystem levels using the concept of consumer-driven nutrient dynamics. We close with a list of knowledge gaps and future directions for ES to continue advancing stream ecology.

Publication Source (Journal or Book title)

Encyclopedia of Inland Waters, Second Edition

First Page

335

Last Page

349

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