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VOL. 9, ISSUE 4 (2024)
Snails and Slugs as Silent Witnesses: Exploring the ecological significance of ecosystem engineers and biodiversity indicators
Authors
Madona Mathew
Abstract
Snails and slugs, often overlooked in
terrestrial ecosystems, play crucial roles as ecosystem engineers and
biodiversity indicators. This review paper examines their ecological
significance, focusing on their contributions to decomposition processes, nutrient
cycling, habitat modification, and biodiversity assessment. Through a
comprehensive literature review, this paper highlights the diverse ecological
roles of snails and slugs and discusses their importance in maintaining
ecosystem structure and function. Understanding the ecological significance of
these gastropods is essential for effective conservation and management of
terrestrial ecosystems. This review aims to explore the ecological significance
of snails and slugs, focusing on their roles as ecosystem engineers and
biodiversity indicators in terrestrial ecosystems.
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Pages:137-140
How to cite this article:
Madona Mathew "Snails and Slugs as Silent Witnesses: Exploring the ecological significance of ecosystem engineers and biodiversity indicators". International Journal of Entomology Research, Vol 9, Issue 4, 2024, Pages 137-140
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