The Ecology of Soil: From communities to ecosystems

Soil organisms are largely out of sight and mind. Yet, soil is home to a staggering 59% of all species on Earth; species that act as major drivers of the structure and functioning of our vital terrestrial ecosystems. Our understanding of this hidden diversity still lags on what is known about biodiversity above-ground, and it is largely ignored by international biodiversity conventions. But interest in soil biodiversity is booming, reflecting a growing awareness of the importance of soil li...