# Ecology and biodiversity studies { "id": "T14039", "title": "Ecology and biodiversity studies", "url": "/topics/T14039", "kind": "topic-directory", "aeo_cohort": "topic-directory", "provider": "openalex", "revision": "b0f1767824bd615b", "catalogue_revision": "f050b5d4780b1289", "numeric_address": "38360314853347071", "address_version": "morton4x16-v1", "coordinates": [ 3, 23, 2303, 14039 ], "answer_status": "Directory metadata; local answer requires separate source review", "truth_status": "Subject descriptor, not a factual answer or a demonstrated knowledge gap" } This cluster of papers explores the ecological impact of beavers (Castor fiber and Castor canadensis) on various ecosystems, focusing on their role as ecosystem engineers, the influence of beaver dams on biodiversity and habitat restoration, and the geomorphological and hydrological effects of beaver activities. The papers also investigate the interactions between beavers and other species, such as fish, amphibians, and waterbirds. Directory metadata is not a factual answer or evidence of a global knowledge gap. Source: https://openalex.org/T14039 No owner-reviewed local answer yet.