Impact of goat browsing on Aloe ferox in a South African savanna
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Publisher
African Journal of Range & Forage Science
Publication Year
2002
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The extent and impact of the utilisation of Aloe ferox by Boer goats during winter in a South African savanna was determined using a plant-based approach. All Aloe plants rooted within the transects were eaten by goats, with small plants utilised more frequently than tall plants. The density of dying and dead Aloe plants was significantly greater than live plants. Mortality of Aloe ferox was a result of extensive browsing by Boer goats. The future survival of Aloe ferox in this savanna system is highly unlikely.
Language
English
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Text
Document Type
Journal Issue/Article
Collection
Southern Africa Collection
Journal Name
African Journal of Range & Forage Science
Keywords
Africa
Journal articles from the Grassland Society of Southern Africa (GSSA) African Journal of Range and Forage Science as well as related articles and reports from throughout the southern African region.