Changes in topography and vegetation near gaps in a protective foredune

Karl F. Nordstrom; Jean Marie Hartman; Amy L. Freestone; Mark Wong; Nancy L. Jackson

doi:10.1016/j.ocecoaman.2007.04.004

Changes in topography and vegetation near gaps in a protective foredune

Karl F. Nordstrom, Jean Marie Hartman, Amy L. Freestone, Mark Wong, Nancy L. Jackson

Chemistry and Environmental Science

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Abstract

Data gathered on a foredune on a nourished beach reveal the relationships between topography and plant communities at gaps in the dune crest. Sand inundation at gaps allows plants in some portions of the dune to rejuvenate to earlier successional stages, while an increase in richness occurs in other portions. Ammophila breviligulata can create an initial dune ridge, colonize new areas of bare sand within the dune field, facilitate growth of other species, and provide a natural alternative to fencing in managing gaps. Foredune mobility can be considered a positive factor if beach width and dune volume provide adequate protection.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	945-959
Number of pages	15
Journal	Ocean and Coastal Management
Volume	50
Issue number	11-12
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ocecoaman.2007.04.004
State	Published - 2007

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Oceanography
Aquatic Science
Management, Monitoring, Policy and Law

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