Skip to main content

functional diversity

Definition Source References

The range, actual values, relative abundance and distribution of functional trait attributes in a given community.

Europe and Central Asia assessment

Value, range and relative abundance of functional traits in a given ecosystem.

Global assessment (1st work programme), Land degradation and restoration assessment

The range, actual values and relative abundance of functional trait attributes in a given community.

Harrington, R., Anton, C., Dawson, T.P. et al. Biodivers Conserv 2010 19: 2773. doi:10.1007/s10531-010-9834-9; Diaz and Cabido 2001; Diaz et al. 2007