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C.S.I. PhenoBiota – Research with Plant Newcomers from all over the World – A citizen science project to study the phenology of invasive plant species under aspects of climate change

    Martin Gebeshuber, Renate Mayer, Alina Jenšac, Christina Remschak, Thomas Hübner, Ulrike Mittermüller, Klaus Wanninger

Eco.mont Vol. 16 Nr. 1, pp. 25-30, 2023/12/28

Journal on Protected Mountain Areas Research and Management

doi: 10.1553/eco.mont-16-1s25

doi: 10.1553/eco.mont-16-1s25


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doi:10.1553/eco.mont-16-1s25



doi:10.1553/eco.mont-16-1s25

Abstract

In a unique Europe-wide approach, students and other citizen scientists in Styria (Austria) were involved in researching and documenting the phenological development of invasive plant species under the influence of climate change. Supported by experts, they tested modern field research instruments and educational tools, laying the foundation for a long-term, nationwide Citizen Science network. The observations could be used to help make the management of invasive plant species more efficient and to raise awareness about their effects.

Keywords: citizen science, invasive plant species, phenology, climate change