An in-depth dataset of northwestern European arthropod life histories and ecological traits
In response to the ongoing biodiversity crisis among arthropods, it is essential to implement efficient conservation strategies to safeguard both species diversity and the vital ecosystem services they provide. Developing such strategies requires reliable predictive models that can identify the species that are the most vulnerable to current and future threats, including those posed by climate and land-use change. Species life histories are central to these models, as they influence both population dynamics and spread rates. To support this effort, we compiled a dataset with key traits for arthropods based on several literature sources and expert knowledge. The dataset contains data on body size, life history, thermal niche and ecology for 4874 northwestern European species across 10 different orders. By gathering these essential trait data, we aim to create a robust foundation for predicting species vulnerability and anticipating shifts in arthropod communities in response to global change.Competing Interest StatementThe authors have declared no competing interest.
Details
| Type | Preprint |
|---|---|
| Categorie | Onderzoek |
| Tijdschrift | bioRxiv |
| Uitgeverij | Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory |
| Taal | Engels |
Bibtex
@misc{0e5731d6-1479-45d4-970e-07bfabb6d4c7,
title = "An in-depth dataset of northwestern European arthropod life histories and ecological traits",
abstract = "In response to the ongoing biodiversity crisis among arthropods, it is essential to implement efficient conservation strategies to safeguard both species diversity and the vital ecosystem services they provide. Developing such strategies requires reliable predictive models that can identify the species that are the most vulnerable to current and future threats, including those posed by climate and land-use change. Species life histories are central to these models, as they influence both population dynamics and spread rates. To support this effort, we compiled a dataset with key traits for arthropods based on several literature sources and expert knowledge. The dataset contains data on body size, life history, thermal niche and ecology for 4874 northwestern European species across 10 different orders. By gathering these essential trait data, we aim to create a robust foundation for predicting species vulnerability and anticipating shifts in arthropod communities in response to global change.Competing Interest StatementThe authors have declared no competing interest.",
author = "Garben Logghe and Femke Batsleer and Dirk Maes and Tristan Permentier and Matty P. Berg and Dimitri Brosens and Stijn Cooleman and Pallieter De Smedt and Jonas Hagge and Jorg Lambrechts and Marc Pollet and Fons Verheyde and Dries Bonte",
year = "2024",
month = dec,
day = "21",
doi = "https://doi.org/10.1101/2024.12.17.628846",
language = "Nederlands",
publisher = "Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory",
address = "België,
type = "Other"
}
Auteurs
Garben LoggheFemke Batsleer
Dirk Maes
Tristan Permentier
Matty P. Berg
Dimitri Brosens
Stijn Cooleman
Pallieter De Smedt
Jonas Hagge
Jorg Lambrechts
Marc Pollet
Fons Verheyde
Dries Bonte
