This chapter explores the complex process of constructing food webs within ecosystems, particularly in marine environments. It underscores the crucial inclusion of humans in these studies, examines the evolution of food web research, and showcases methodologies that combine ecological and archaeological data. The discussion highlights the intricate dynamics of species interactions and the significant ecological impact of humans as generalist omnivores over thousands of years.
In this episode, Professor Jennifer Dunne, the Vice President for Science at the Santa Fe Institute, explains how you build a food web, focusing on her ecological work in the Gulf of Alaska.
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