| Impact ID |
Scientific Name
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Impact Type
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Study Type
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Study Location
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Impact Description
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Geographic Location
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Reference
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8113
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Juncus gerardii
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Other Ecological Benefits
|
Anecdotal
|
N/A
|
Numerous animals feed on the seeds of black-grass rush (Juncus gerardii), including waterfowl, songbirds, quail, cottontail, muskrat (which also feeds on roots and rhizomes), porcupine, and other small mammals.
|
|
25711
|
|
8114
|
Juncus gerardii
|
Other Ecological Benefits
|
Anecdotal
|
N/A
|
Juncus spp. provide habitat for amphibians and various wetland birds, as well as a spawning ground for some fish species.
|
|
25699
|
|
8115
|
Juncus gerardii
|
Other Ecological Benefits
|
Anecdotal
|
N/A
|
The dense root and rhizome system of Juncus spp. enables them to survive periods of stress (drought, flood, etc.), accumulate soil, and provide erosion control.
|
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25699
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