Hydrologic effects of mountain pine beetle in the interior pine forests of British Columbia: Key questions and current knowledge

摘要: The mountain pine beetle ( MPB ) Dendroctonus ponderosae Hopkins) could have a large effect on hydrologic regimes in British Columbia watersheds. Given the recent increase size of infestation, many questions around forest management, particularly salvage harvesting, emerged. Unfortunately, information to address these is limited handful research studies. Although local initiatives knowledge gaps are under way, it important use best available science guide current management decisions related . This article highlights some key associated with epidemic, identifies effects watershed hydrology, shows where lacking, and comments future directions for research. stream channel stability, water quality, hillslope processes, riparian function, fisheries not discussed. We hope this brief will stimulate further discussion amongst hydrologists foresters Columbia.