Invasion Ecology: Echoes of Elton in the Twenty-First Century (original) (raw)

2001, Conservation Biology

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The paper explores the foundations and advancements in invasion biology since the publication of Charles Elton's influential work "The Ecology of Invasions by Animals and Plants." It discusses the relevance of Elton's ideas in contemporary conservation efforts and highlights the evolution of methodologies in the field, such as mathematical modeling, controlled experiments, molecular techniques, and the integration of global databases. The paper advocates for a deeper understanding of historical biogeography and modern invasions to better address current conservation challenges.