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The article describes a 150 ha grazing system near Tbilisi (Georgia). The impact of cattle grazing on habitat quality for selected species of Orthoptera is analysed.
Different cattle densities in time and Space as a result of the large-scale grazing lead to dynamic mosaic of grassland, scrub and trees. As the research clearly shows, grazing haspositive effects on the Orthoptera fauna in the study area. The diversity of habitat structuresoffers suitable habitats for a high number of specialized Orthoptera species.
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Bontjer, A., Plachter, H. (2002). Effects of large-scale cattle grazing on Orthoptera (Saltatoria et Mantodea) on pastures in Georgia (Caucasus). In: Redecker, B., Härdtle, W., Finck, P., Riecken, U., Schröder, E. (eds) Pasture Landscapes and Nature Conservation. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-642-55953-2_27
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