@article {Abeli201266,
	title = {A cost-effective model for preliminary site evaluation for the reintroduction of a threatened quillwort},
	journal = {Aquatic Conservation: Marine and Freshwater Ecosystems},
	volume = {22},
	number = {1},
	year = {2012},
	note = {cited By (since 1996)4},
	pages = {66-73},
	abstract = {The choice of suitable sites for establishment of a new population of a species is the first step in a translocation programme. However, evaluation of a large number of sites can be demanding of time and money; practitioners need time- and cost-effective evaluation tools. A predictive model for the preliminary evaluation of potential reintroduction sites was developed using the endangered quillwort Iso{\"e}tes malinverniana as a case study. The reliability of three water habitat variables (pH, conductivity, and clarity) as predictors of the presence/absence of I. malinverniana was tested. Three sets of logistic models were produced on the basis of the mean values of pH and conductivity measured over 3, 4 and 6months to understand whether frequency of measurement affected the reliability of the models. Models of each set were ranked according to AIC and their reliability was then tested using data from the literature. The conductivity of water and pH were the most effective predictors of the suitability of sites for the reintroduction of I. malinverniana. In particular there was a negative relationship between the presence of I. malinverniana and these variables. Because of seasonal fluctuations in the variables considered, at least 4months monitoring are required to obtain reliable results. Despite this, the method is still advantageous in terms of costs, compared with repeated measurements of a wide range of chemical characteristics at a large number of sites. The main goal of this method is to limit expensive chemical analysis to a few sites chosen after the exclusion of unsuitable sites, through application of the model. Considering the similar ecophysiological features of quillworts from oligotrophic waters, the same model or conceptual framework could be applied to other quillworts and isoetid species growing in degraded areas and needing active conservation. {\textcopyright} 2012 John Wiley \& Sons, Ltd.},
	url = {http://www.scopus.com/inward/record.url?eid=2-s2.0-84857030721\&partnerID=40\&md5=633d0f32c1ac448751ee631478663b50},
	author = {Abeli, T.a and Barni, E.b and Siniscalco, C.b and Amosso, C.a and Rossi, G.a}
}
@article {9,
	title = {Sensitivity of ephemeral wetland swards with Isoetes histrix Bory to environmental variables: Implications for the conservation of Mediterranean temporary ponds},
	journal = {Aquatic Conservation: Marine and Freshwater Ecosystems},
	volume = {23},
	year = {2013},
	note = {Export Date: 11 November 2013Source: Scopus},
	month = {2013///},
	pages = {277 - 290},
	abstract = {Small-scale landscape elements such as freshwater ponds and pools remain poorly characterized and vulnerable to destruction, despite their significant contribution to regional aquatic biodiversity. Ephemeral wetland swards supporting Isoetes histrix, which are considered priority interest habitats by the European Habitats Directive on the conservation of wild fauna and flora (codex 3170* - Mediterranean temporary ponds), typify concave pond shorelines (Habitat A) and very shallow flat temporary ponds (Habitat B). It is hypothesized that although this sward type is highly specialized for growth in waterlogged soils, it is highly sensitive to changes in composition and seasonal dynamics related to varied environmental conditions. The present study was aimed at comparing plant assemblages, and successional processes and dynamics during the growing season between different habitat types; and identifying the key factors influencing spatial variability. Vegetation was sampled three times during the growing season in the two habitat types (i.e A and B). At each site a range of environmental variables was also recorded. PERMANOVA analysis indicated that plant assemblages differed between the two habitat types throughout the growing season. The different hydroperiod length was the main factor responsible for the specificity of the two habitats, revealed by CCA. However, the pattern of successional processes and seasonal dynamics was similar between the two habitats. The results confirmed the hypothesis, and strengthened the understanding of the relevance of hydroperiod length to plant assemblages in ephemeral ponds. The two habitats exhibit unique characteristics, and represent different aspects of priority habitat 3170*; therefore, to ensure that the highest level of biodiversity is maintained, measures must be taken to protect both sward habitats. {\textcopyright} 2012 John Wiley \& Sons, Ltd.},
	keywords = {Biodiversity, Drought, Habitat management, Habitats directive, Vegetation, Wetlands},
	url = {http://www.scopus.com/inward/record.url?eid=2-s2.0-84876416806\&partnerID=40\&md5=33df98f00634e6a39ea2b422ff6f78de},
	author = {Bagella, S. and Caria, M.C.}
}
