Tag: iEcology
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Carpobrotus Invasion Tracked by iEcology: Longer Bloom
Tracking an invasive coastline plant with social media A recent study led by researchers at the University of Galway shows how a bright, holiday-photo staple—the carpobrotus plant—plays to its advantage in invaded regions by flowering for a longer period than in its native South Africa. Using more than 1,700 photos from Instagram and citizen science…
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Carpobrotus blooms longer where invaded, study reveals
New insights into a coastal invader A recent study led by researchers from the University of Galway and international partners reveals a surprising edge for the colorful coastal plant carpobrotus. By analyzing more than 1,700 photos from social media and citizen science platforms, the team found that carpobrotus flowers for a longer period in regions…
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iEcology Reveals How Invasive Carpobrotus Blooms Longer Abroad, Helping Coastal Invasions
Introduction: A New Look at Coastal Invasions Through iEcology Scientists at the University of Galway, collaborating with researchers across Ireland, the Czech Republic, Spain, Australia, and the United States, have unveiled a striking pattern in the spread of the colourful carpobrotus. By analyzing more than 1,700 Instagram photos and citizen science records, they show that…