Towards a new trait-based framework bringing together terrestrial and marine ecosystems in Earth system models.

• DOI: 10.5194/egusphere-egu2020-11248
• Publication Date: 2020-03-09T22:43:21Z
• Authors: Felix Pellerin; Philipp Porada; Inga Hense
• Keywords: Trait; Earth system science; Terrestrial ecosystem; Marine ecosystem

<p>The climate on Earth arises from multiple interactions between the different spheres, including biosphere. Within biosphere, organisms composing various types of ecosystem are characterized by a set traits involved in biological processes that can influence system. Identifying and integrating these into models such as earth system (ESM) is thus crucial to predict future climate. While an important number similar, amount type considered represent vary considerably among current ESMs. Such inconsistencies could bias our perception global biosphere dynamics. Here we first list have been included terrestrial oceanic modules CMIP5 models. By comparing associated processes, reveal consistencies trait representation both types. Based critical evaluation propose new conceptual framework allows describe relevant consistent way This also be used identify characterizing and/or marine ecosystems, integrate them ESMs.</p>