Mittelbach and McGill, Community Ecology, 2e

Community Ecology, 2nd Edition offers a comprehensive and accessible introduction to modern community ecology, reflecting the field’s expansion beyond local interactions to include metacommunity dynamics, niche vs. neutral theory, eco-evolutionary processes, and regional influences on biodiversity. While embracing these cutting-edge developments, the text maintains a strong foundation in species interactions, food webs, and ecological networks. Designed for advanced undergraduates, graduate students, and researchers, this research-driven textbook balances emerging perspectives with unresolved questions, equipping readers with the tools to critically engage with current ecological theory and practice.